Clayface Confirms Batman Villain's R-Rated Powers In Upcoming DC Movie

Published Sep 24, 2026, 9:04 AM EDT Andy Behbakht has worked as an entertainment journalist since 2010, covering all the latest in Hollywood on both the big and small screens, from staying on top of the biggest breaking news, analyzing movies and television shows in Hollywood, to in-depth interviews with actors and storytellers. Andy's career includes having worked for publications such as FanSided, KSiteTV, TV Fanatic, It's Just Movies, Heroic Hollywood, TV Overmind, and more. Outside of his career as an established reporter, Andy is the host and producer of The Showrunner Whisperer, The Flash Podcast, the editor-in-chief of Multiverse of Color, and the network director of DC TV Podcasts. Sign in to your ScreenRant account This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.The DC Universe has its next theatrical story ready for the fall, as the audience will be visiting Gotham City. While the DCU's Chapter 1: "Gods and Monsters" is actively working on its Batman reboot, the Caped Crusader's mythology is being explored through other projects in James Gunn's franchise. Even though the Gotham legend has yet to be cast, one of his most famous villains is about to make his big-screen debut. With the fall season getting closer, the DCU is nearing its next big release, with Clayface, starring Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen. As the famous Batman foe is about to get his own solo feature, DC Studios has released the final trailer for James Watkins' upcoming R-rated release. Check it out below: Clayface debuts in theaters on October 23. Developing... Release Date October 23, 2026 Director James Watkins Writers Mike Flanagan, Hossein Amini, Bill Finger, Bob Kane Cast Tom Rhys Harries Matt Hagen / Clayface Naomi Ackie Dr. Caitlin Bates