Andy Serkis Teases 'Emotional' Story for Alfred in 'The Batman 2'

The actor will return as Bruce Wayne's butler and surrogate father later in the film's production.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:35pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of a shattered, high-contrast surface with a subtle red glow, conveying a sense of emotional intensity and personal stakes within the world of 'The Batman'.The upcoming 'The Batman: Part II' promises to delve deeper into the emotional relationship between Bruce Wayne and his trusted ally Alfred Pennyworth.Gotham Today

Andy Serkis, who played Alfred Pennyworth in Matt Reeves' 'The Batman', has teased that the upcoming sequel 'The Batman: Part II' will feature an 'emotional' story for his character. While Serkis won't be immediately available for filming due to his work on another project, he confirmed he will join the production by the end of the year. The actor praised the script and the continued relationship between Alfred and Bruce Wayne, saying it will be 'a very emotional film'.

Why it matters

The first 'The Batman' film had several emotional beats, from Bruce Wayne dealing with the loss of his parents to Selina Kyle confronting the man who murdered her loved ones. Serkis' comments suggest the sequel will further explore the personal and emotional journey of the characters, particularly the bond between Alfred and Bruce.

The details

Serkis, who is currently busy with his next directorial project 'The Hunt for Gollum', acknowledged that he won't be able to join the 'The Batman: Part II' production immediately when filming begins in May. However, he affirmed that he will be on set by the end of the year. While Serkis couldn't share specifics about the film's story, he praised the script written by Matt Reeves and Mattson Tomlin, and teased that the relationship between Alfred and Bruce will continue to be 'a very emotional' one.

  • Filming for 'The Batman: Part II' is set to begin in May 2026.
  • Serkis will join the production by the end of 2026.

The players

Andy Serkis

An acclaimed actor who played the role of Alfred Pennyworth, Bruce Wayne's butler and surrogate father, in Matt Reeves' 'The Batman'.

Matt Reeves

The director of 'The Batman' and the upcoming sequel 'The Batman: Part II', who co-wrote the script with Mattson Tomlin.

Robert Pattinson

The actor who portrays the titular hero, Bruce Wayne/Batman, in Reeves' 'The Batman' films.

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What they’re saying

“I obviously can't say too much about the film other than that I am really excited about going back into the world and working with Matt Reeves again, who I've now worked with a number of times, and he's a dear friend, and Rob. And the script and the story and the new story really does speak to Matt as a human being and what he feels about life. Rob and he got on brilliantly. And I can't say any more than that, but yeah, the relationship continues to be one of a very close, slightly at odds, but beautiful relationship.”

— Andy Serkis, Actor

What’s next

If the production of 'The Batman: Part II' follows a similar timeline to the first film, it could take at least six to seven months to shoot, giving Serkis ample time to wrap up his work on 'The Hunt for Gollum' before joining the sequel's cast.

The takeaway

The emotional bond between Bruce Wayne and his loyal butler Alfred Pennyworth will continue to be a central focus in 'The Batman: Part II', as the sequel promises to further explore the personal journeys of the characters and the deeper corruption within Gotham City.