Batgirl 2 Is Already Being Discussed, Says Leslie Grace
Even though Batgirl has yet to hit HBO Max, lead star Leslie Grace says that there are already talks about a potential Batgirl 2. Since the launch of the HBO-branded streaming service, Warner Bros. has begun to expand its DCEU properties onto the small screen while still tying it to the cinematic universe. Following The Suicide Squad, John Cena got a Peacemaker spinoff series that scored a season 2 pick-up earlier this year. In addition to the DC TV shows with ties to the films, Warner Bros. is also producing original DCEU films for HBO Max, with Batgirl being one of them.
While Michael Keaton's Batman will play a part in the DCEU-based film, Barbara Gordon will be jumping from panel to screen in her own solo film. Directed by Ms. Marvel directors, Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, Batgirl focuses on Barbara's origin story in how she becomes one of Gotham City's fierce protectors. Even though most of the story details are being kept under wraps, Batgirl will face off with the villainous Firefly, played by Doom Patrol star Brendan Fraser. Filming for Batgirl recently wrapped at the beginning of April as post-production for the film is currently underway.
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Even though HBO Max has yet to reveal a release date for Batgirl, it appears that discussions are already happening for sequels. In a new interview with Variety, Grace spoke about her experience shooting Batgirl and becoming one of DC's most popular heroines. When jokingly asked by the interviewer when they will start filming Batgirl 2, Grace actually did offer some intriguing answers about the future of the franchise. Without stating that a Batgirl sequel is 100% set in stone, the actress confirmed that they have started
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