
Robert Pattinson Says Stunt Work On The Batman 2 Is Wrecking His 40-Year-Old Body
The Dark Knight is back filming in London, but Robert Pattinson admits fighting in the cowl hits a lot harder now that he has turned 40.
By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read
The Dark Knight is returning to the streets, but the iconic suit might feel just a little bit heavier this time around. Hollywood star Robert Pattinson is opening up about the grueling physical realities of filming the long-awaited superhero sequel *The Batman: Part II*, admitting that the combat sequences are proving far more taxing on his body than his previous outings in Gotham City. Having celebrated his milestone 40th birthday right before cameras officially began rolling on the project, the British actor revealed that the relentless stunt work is taking a real toll. According to trade reports, Pattinson acknowledged that the film's intense fight scenes are noticeably more difficult to execute now, confessing that he is undeniably feeling his age whenever he steps into the grueling fight choreography.
Who is in The Batman Part 2 cast Filming for the massive blockbuster officially got underway in London back in June, bringing the atmospheric DC universe back to production. Pattinson is back in the lead role as Bruce Wayne, but the set has become even more star-studded for this second chapter, welcoming some of the biggest names in Hollywood into the fold. Joining the high-profile sequel are former Marvel Cinematic Universe stars Scarlett Johansson and Sebastian Stan. While their involvement has sent shockwaves through the fan community, executive producers are maintaining total secrecy around their characters. Reports confirm that their specific roles are being kept strictly under wraps, leaving die-hard comic book fans to speculate on which iconic villains or shadowy allies the newcomers will bring to life.

How old is Robert Pattinson in The Batman 2 Reaching 40 while headlining an action-heavy comic book franchise presents a brand-new set of physical obstacles for the former *Twilight* star. The exhausting night schedules and heavy armor required to play Batman make recovery times much longer, and Pattinson noted that the action set pieces in this follow-up are significantly harder to pull off compared to the 2022 original. Despite the brutal bumps and bruises that come with wearing the cowl at 40, anticipation for the sequel continues to soar. With a stacked supporting cast, high-octane set pieces, and a lead actor pushing his body to the limit for the role, the gritty follow-up is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about movie events in recent years.
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