Earlier this month, while appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ben Affleck confirmed – despite rumours – he would be directing the next Batman film, much to the delight of DC fans.
However, Affleck has now withdrawn from directing the reboot, titled The Batman, but will still star and produce the Warner Bros. film.
“It’s one of those things that’s really frustrating because Live By Night took a year and a half to get ready.
In November last year, Affleck’s Batman film was rumoured to be ‘in serious trouble,’ something that has been denied.