Sebastian Stan, widely known for his role as Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has seemingly confirmed his involvement in Matt Reeves' upcoming film, The Batman Part 2. In a recent interview with French outlet Le Journal du Dimanche, Stan stated that he is playing Harvey Dent in the next Batman installment.
Stan, discussing his inability to reveal details about the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, drew a parallel to his obligations regarding The Batman Part 2. "I also can't say anything about The Batman: Part 2, by Matt Reeves, where I play Harvey Dent," Stan told the publication, as translated by Google. This statement follows months of speculation surrounding his casting.
While Stan's participation in The Batman Part 2 was reportedly confirmed in May, alongside MCU co-star Scarlett Johansson, their specific roles have yet to be officially announced by director Matt Reeves. The prevailing rumor has been that Stan would portray Harvey Dent, a character who becomes the disfigured villain Two-Face. Johansson is rumored to be playing Gilda Dent, Harvey's wife, with Charles Dance potentially cast as Harvey's father, Charles Dent.
The character of Harvey Dent, or Two-Face, has a significant history in Batman media, having been portrayed by actors such as Billy Dee Williams, Tommy Lee Jones, Aaron Eckhart, and Harry Lawtey in various film and television projects. Typically an ally to Bruce Wayne, Dent's descent into villainy is a consequence of a disfigurement, often caused by acid, which leaves him both physically and mentally scarred.
The Batman Part 2 is set to feature the return of Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobb/The Penguin, Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Gordon, and Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth. There are also reports that Barry Keoghan may reprise his role as the Joker. The film's release date has been moved to February 18, 2028, from its previously scheduled October 2025 slot.