Ben Affleck not interested in directing for James Gunn’s DC Universe

Affleck discusses upcoming appearance as Batman in The Flash

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Affleck’s portrayal of Batman criticized in Batman v Superman

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Affleck’s interpretation of Batman appreciated after release of Justice League and Zack Snyder’s Justice League

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New actor expected to take on role of Batman with appointment of Gunn and Safran as co-heads of DC Studios

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Speculation arises after Gunn’s comments that Affleck could potentially direct a DC movie

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Affleck was slated to direct “The Batman” before Matt Reeves took over the project

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Affleck expresses no interest in directing another DC movie in the future

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Affleck to bid farewell to Batman in The Flash alongside Michael Keaton’s iteration of the character

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The Flash set to be released on June 23, 2023, marking Affleck’s final appearance as Batman

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