Was Val Kilmer Going to Make Special Appearance in Upcoming Batman Movie Before His Tragic Demise? REPORT

Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of death. 

Tragically, Val Kilmer, a legendary actor, passed away on April 1st. Although he is gone, his memory lives on through the many legacies he left behind. One of Kilmer’s most enduring and iconic roles was as Batman in the 1995 film Batman Forever.

According to reports by Radar Online, it’s said that the actor is planning a comeback to the DC universe, potentially appearing in an unspecified role in the upcoming Batman sequel, Batman Part II, as suggested by industry sources.

In 2027, the upcoming film will serve as a continuation of the 2022 movie starring Robert Pattinson titled “The Batman.” This new chapter in the Batman series is scheduled for release.

As per reports, Kilmer was rumored to take on a mature, war-torn portrayal of the main DC character, revisiting the role he initially played in the series. It’s said that he planned to utilize the voice box he had been using since his battle with throat cancer, which he relied on extensively over the years.

It’s been speculated, though not officially confirmed, that the Top Gun actor may have suggested a return as Batman through a cryptic social media post. Previously, he posted a video where he wore a symbol resembling the character’s, and even shared an image of a battered and scarred Batman drawing.

In the video, I proudly announced my readiness, perhaps subtly suggesting an upcoming appearance. Regrettably, the iconic figure took his last breath at the age of 65. On April 1st, his daughter Mercedes shared the heartbreaking news with American media, confirming that he had succumbed to pneumonia.

Despite the fact that Kilmer’s full comeback to the DC universe wasn’t realized, he made a striking return to the big screen with Top Gun: Maverick. He took on his legendary role once more as Admiral Iceman Kazansky, appearing in a special cameo for the sequel.

This event also brought about a meeting between him and Tom Cruise once again, who had acted alongside him in the original film. In 2023, during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, the actor publicly discussed his encounter with Kilmer. “I’d just like to say it was quite emotional,” Cruise reminisced, “I’ve known Val for a long time.

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2025-04-02 18:23