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Ben Affleck is officially out for Warner Bros.' upcoming superhero movie The Batman, a project Affleck was once set to star in, write and direct.

There had been rumors for months that Affleck was leaving the franchise, but now Deadline reports that The Batman will focus on a 'younger Bruce Wayne.'

Took him long enough to finally say it to fans faces.

About time. I wanted a younger Batman anyway.

Murderous snake!

I'm sad, but I'm confident that Matt Reeves can find someone good to pass the torch onto.

byyeeeeee

Only issue now is that this further screws up any future crossovers

Great. I was so tired of Ben Affleck being indecisive every other minute and keeping fans waiting for an actual answer.

It's a shame to see Affleck go, as he was my favorite live action Batman since Keaton (Bale is fine, I just don't have that strong of an opinion about his Batman). But I'm never going to demand that an actor stay in a role that they don't want to be in anymore so I still wish him the best in his future endeavors.

I think people really overblow how confusing or messy it'll be. Not that I want to see Affleck or Cavil go but we've had actor replacements before, not just in superhero movies but other film series as well (the Bond series is the first that comes to mind). Heck, the Keaton, Kilmer, and Clooney Batman were all supposed to be the same Batman and they don't look a thing alike, but people still accepted it. As long as the world and most of the supporting cast around the character is still the same, people I think will be easily able to adjust to the fact that it's still supposed to be the same version of the character.

...Or maybe they'll just whine about it. Fans have a tendency to do that a lot too. I think the MCU has spoiled us all a bit and that people have trouble remembering that there was a time before when actors didn't typically sign on for 6+ movies as the same character. I'm still worried what happened to Adam West will happen to Chris Evens and Robert Downey Jr.

Jake would make a great Batman IMO but he's Mysterio.

I wonder who they'll pick?

Its a shame, but as long as the new Batman movie deliver, I be fine.

On one side I’m glad to get some concrete news, but on the other I am a bit disappointed we are going back to a “younger” Batman. I feel like some interesting things could’ve been done with a Batman that’s a bit older and a vet in crime fighting.

@vummax: Jake could be better as Joker, Armie Hammer can be Batman.

@mazahs117: Me neither, I don't want to see another origin story as many are already familiar with The Dark Knight's beginnings. I want to see Batman at his prime and in his early 30's when he's already battled most of his numerous villains. My choice for playing Bruce is Armie Hammer, he definitely has the look.

Bring back the Bateman lol

Hilarious, this is just a pathetic look for DCEU, their biggest actor just quits in the middle of the series

That's not good, that's not good at all.

Knew it was coming, but it's still a bummer.

Ben Affleck is great and I think he could do a good Batman but I will admit that I like the idea of a younger different version.

I also like the idea of a more detective type super intelligent Batman.

the middle of what series?

Hmm, correct me if I'm wrong, but there's no actual indication that Ben Affleck has quit Batman, right?

This just states that he won't be portraying Batman in upcoming solo Batman movie, which most likely features a young Batman way before the events of BvS anyway.

We probably weren't going to get a crossover anytime soon after what happened to Justice League.

Lol wants his fault but his Batman has been one of the worst non comic versions. If he had a better script in bvs or JL it would of bee good

I honestly can't envision a better Batman, performance wise.

This is wonderful news for DCEU. Yes, having to recast Batman is a blow to the continuity of the DCEU, but sometimes that's just the way it is. Sometimes you have to cut your losses.

Ashes to ashes, fun to funky.

Don't see how this is him not playing batman anymore. It only states he won't be playing the younger version of himself (which I think is a good thing). It could still mean he would be playing the older version. But, on the off chance the new actor does an excellent job, I hope they'll keep him. Just let someone else direct the action sequences (and not Matt Reaves).

Man Affleck was the best actor in their franchise.

They have made a mistake.

@jayc1324: It’s really not that big of a Deal. He’s really not their work horse, the public didn’t even like Batman v Superman or JL. It would be a HUGE deal if Gal or Momama quit, then crap ? would hit the fan...

@theamazingspidey: Keaton >>>>>Emo Batfleck

Now to replace him with a much better actor; Jake Gyennhal. Unless Marvel screws DC over by signing him up for a Sinister 6 series post Far from home...

Maybe not soon, but I'm still keeping hope. I need to live to see Hal Jordan and Barry Allen together on the big screen!

God, I despise Keaton's Batman.

Sad. But as long as the new Batman and possible Justice League films deliver I can take it.

At least we know for sure now.

Good, his batman was terrible.

This. It wasn't entirely his fault. Too bad he left.. Damn it. You either die a hero or long enough live to see yourself to become a villain.

YES! Rejoice

Old man Batman is never a good idea especally when no other family members were around. The only time I want to see old man Batman is in a Batman Beyond movie.

Dammit.

First Cavill, now Affleck.

Nice going, WB!

Well shit...

At least the next Batman film isn't for a couple of years. At least the general audience won't be questioned as to the different actor in the role.

How are they going to make Justice League 2?

Not going to lie, Battfleck was pretty damn good, especially in BvS. This is a bummer. But I’m game for a younger Bats.

I didn't hate his portrayal of the character. Anyway curious to see who is going to be the new Batman.

Goodbye Grandpa

Wont be Gyllenhall, Bet he'll already be in talks for the Sinister 6. Armie hammer maybe?

Okay.

Are people retarded? Where does it say in this that Ben is quitting Batman? We already knew Matt Reeves wanted to make a young Batman film, so Ben wasn't going to play Batman in that film. There still isn't any conformation that Ben won't play future Batman.

Also how are there still people that believe Henry Cavill left Superman? Besides rumors that were never confirmed, Henry is still Superman.

@mickey-mouse: that’s the funny thing though, both Cavil and Affleck are better overall actors than Momoa and especially Gal Gadot.

@trapezoid: That’s true, but good and even great acting doesn’t nessicarly translate into Box Office Success. Look at Ryan Gosling; arguably the greatest actor of his generation and outside of Lala Land and the notebook he continually flops at the box office.

He's not done. He just won't be in the Matt Reeves movie.

Amazing how so many people get this wrong.