The cast for the project is taking shape with actor Christian Bale confirmed to return in the title role. Phillipe, the husband of actress Reese Witherspoon, will play Harvey Dent/Two-Face in the film.
Only days earlier, it was announced that Heath Ledger would play the Joker, while Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman have also confirmed their participation.
There are rumours circulating in Hollywood that Oscar winner Philip Seymour Hoffman is currently in discussions to play the Penguin.
The next Batman film, entitled The Dark Knight, is expected to begin filming in January, with a release slated for June, 2008. Christopher Nolan will be in charge of the production.