Despite the mixed reception, "Justice League" marked an important step in the DCEU, setting the stage for future films and TV shows. The movie's success paved the way for the development of solo projects, including "The Batman," which is currently in production.
Here’s a useful, concise write-up for Batman in 2017—factoring in the major releases, context, and takeaways from that year. Batman 2017
Ben Affleck’s Batman appeared in (November 2017). However: Despite the mixed reception, "Justice League" marked an
"Justice League" had a significant impact on the DCEU, introducing new characters and setting the stage for future films. The movie's events laid the groundwork for the development of the franchise, including the upcoming "The Flash" and "Aquaman" films. Ben Affleck’s Batman appeared in (November 2017)
"Justice League" takes place after the events of "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice." The film follows Batman, who, after Superman's death at the hands of Doomsday, seeks to recruit a team of metahumans to save the world from the impending threat of Steppenwolf, a powerful alien warlord.
While 2017 saw no live-action solo Batman film (Ben Affleck’s version was still in development flux), the year was remarkably strong for the Dark Knight across animation, comics, and gaming. For fans, it was a transitional but rewarding period.
Ben Affleck reprised his role as Bruce Wayne in the first-ever live-action Justice League movie . Moving away from the extreme cynicism seen in 2016's Batman v Superman , this version of the character was more heroic and traditional. Fueled by Superman’s sacrifice, Batman took on the role of recruiter and leader, assembling Flash, Aquaman, and Cyborg to face the cosmic threat of Steppenwolf.