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Interestingly, the concern over competition seems to be selectively applied. While Superman & Lois is being canceled to clear the way for Gunn’s Superman film, the presence of multiple Batman projects—such as Robert Pattinson’s The Batman and the upcoming Batman: The Brave and the Bold—appears to be less problematic for the studio. This inconsistency raises questions about the motivations behind the cancellations and whether they are purely strategic or more rooted in branding and licensing issues.