Fans were sent into a frenzy after reports suggested that Sebastian Stan had confirmed his role as Harvey Dent in Matt Reeves’ The Batman: Part II. The claim gained attention because Stan is already closely associated with superhero cinema through his role as Bucky Barnes, aka the Winter Soldier, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Did Sebastian Stan Confirm He Is Playing Harvey Dent?
No. Stan has not confirmed that he will play Harvey Dent in The Batman: Part II.
Le Journal du Dimanche initially reported that Stan had said, “I play Harvey Dent,” while discussing his upcoming projects. The statement spread online which led many fans to believe that DC and director Matt Reeves had finally found their Harvey Dent.
But two insiders told the publication that Stan had been misquoted. The French outlet subsequently updated the online version of the interview which changed the section that had sparked the casting speculation.
The corrected version makes it clear that Stan did not confirm his involvement in the film or reveal the identity of any character he might play.
What Did Sebastian Stan Actually Say About The Batman Part II?
In the updated interview, Stan was asked about Avengers: Doomsday and his work with directors Anthony and Joe Russo. He then addressed questions about Matt Reeves’ The Batman: Part II.
The relevant portion of the interview reads:
“Honestly, I have absolutely no idea. Because we didn’t have a script. We were just shooting scattered scenes. It’s a different way of working, continuous, constantly evolving. The producers didn’t want us to read it in its entirety, to avoid journalists asking us questions. (Laughs.) I’ve been following that rule for fifteen years now, I’m used to it. I also can’t say anything about “Matt Reeves’ The Batman: Part II.” The beauty of this profession also lies in participating in projects of this scale, which I love as a viewer. Right now, I’m really keen to see Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey”; it looks incredible.”
There is no confirmation of Harvey Dent in the corrected version.
How Did The Sebastian Stan Harvey Dent Rumour Start?
The confusion appears to have come from the incorrectly reported quote in the original version of the French interview.
Once the line “I play Harvey Dent” began circulating, fans naturally connected it to the long-running speculation about who could portray the character in The Batman: Part II.
But the corrected interview tells a different story. Rather than confirming a role, Stan specifically said that he could not say anything about The Batman: Part II.
When Will The Batman Part II Release?
While Stan’s involvement remains unconfirmed, the release date for The Batman: Part II has been confirmed. Last month, Reeves made the announcement by sharing the film’s new release date alongside the first camera test footage of Robert Pattinson returning as Batman on social media.
The sequel is scheduled to arrive in theatres on February 28, 2028.
What Is Sebastian Stan’s Next Marvel Film?
Sebastian remains firmly connected to Marvel. He first appeared as Bucky Barnes, the Winter Soldier, in Captain America: The First Avenger in 2011 and has since reprised the character across several Marvel films and series.
He most recently appeared as Bucky in Thunderbolts* and is also set to return in Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday.
The film, directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, is scheduled for release on December 18.
