Jake Gyllenhaal Says He Won’t Play The Next Batman

Sorry fans, Jake Gyllenhaal is definitely not the next Batman.

After rumors began swirling that the actor might star in Matt Reeve’s upcoming solo ‘Batman’ film, fans have been clamoring for an answer to the question of whether or not Gyllenhaal was going to be the next Bruce Wayne. In an interview about his recent campaign as the face of Cartier luxury watches, Gyllenhaal was asked point-blank if he’d play Bruce Wayne, aka Batman. His answer was short and sweet.

“Wow, that’s a very difficult question,” said Gyllenhaal. “The answer to that question is ‘no’.”

Don’t be fooled by the “difficult question” comment, as the “Nightcrawler” actor was clearly smiling as he answered. It seems as if we’ll have to find the next actor to anoint as the Caped Crusader.

Though it hasn’t been officially announced, it’s widely speculated (and pretty much fact, at this point) that Ben Affleck is done as Batman in the DC Film Universe. After starring in “Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice” and “Justice League,” it was announced that Affleck would spearhead his own series of ‘Batman’ films. However, after Affleck relinquished writing and directing duties, Matt Reeves stepped in to helm the new solo adventures. And with that news, names started to get thrown around as who the next Batman might be, including actor James Gyllenhaal.

Now, with Gyllenhaal out of the picture, who is next to be rumored to play Batman? Better question, with the rate that these DC films get leaked, announced, and then canceled, will there ever be a Matt Reeves ‘Batman’ film?

At this point, it’s way too early to tell. Last we heard, Reeves told everyone on social media that he was still writing the script. That would leave casting as a future bridge to cross. There’s no way that Warner Bros. or DC would want to announce another actor to play Affleck’s current role if there wasn’t a definite plan for the film.

And now, we wait.