Batman 1989 Sequel Batman: Revolution to Introduce the Burton-Verse's Riddler

Tim Burton's iconic Batman universe expands once more with Batman: Resurrection, a new novel by John Jackson Miller, published by Penguin Random House. This book introduces the Burton-verse's interpretation of The Riddler, and is available for pre-order on Amazon.

As revealed by ComicBook.com, Batman: Revolution follows 2024's Batman: Resurrection, also penned by Miller. Both novels are set between the events of 1989's Batman and 1992's Batman Returns, drawing inspiration from Burton's unrealized third Batman film, which was rumored to feature Robin Williams as The Riddler.

Here's the official summary for Batman: Revolution:

It’s summer in Gotham, and a city-wide celebration is underway. The Joker's lingering chaos has subsided, paving the way for a grand Fourth of July event orchestrated by the mayor and retail tycoon Max Shreck. Yet, beneath the surface, unease simmers. Batman remains vigilant against escalating gang violence and masked criminals, while growing protests erupt against the city's opulent displays.

Norman Pinkus, a humble copy boy at the Gotham Globe, secretly masterminds the newspaper's wildly popular "Riddle Me This" puzzles. Unknown to all, Norman is Gotham's most brilliant mind, anonymously solving crimes via the police tip line—often before Batman even realizes a crime has been committed. Though unheralded, Norman believes in Gotham's potential until his faith is eroded by the city's indifference to his contributions. Feeling overlooked, he devises a plan: using his intellect and newfound allies, he manipulates the simmering tensions of the summer to challenge the Dark Knight in a volatile game of riddles, aiming to crown Gotham's true savior. This clash will unearth dark secrets about Gotham's past, with devastating consequences for its future, as Norman, now known as The Riddler, and Batman collide.

Batman: Revolution will be released October 28, 2025. Pre-order your copy on Amazon.

Batman '89: Echoes & Superman '78: The Metal Curtain Cover Gallery

DC Comics continues to expand the Burton-verse, having published Batman '89 (a sequel to Returns featuring a Billy Dee Williams-inspired Two-Face and a Marlon Wayans-inspired Robin), followed by Batman '89: Echoes (introducing a Jeff Goldblum-inspired Scarecrow and a Madonna-inspired Harley Quinn). They've also released two volumes of Superman '78, serving as sequels to the Christopher Reeve Superman films.

For more on Burton's Batman 3 and other canceled DC projects, explore the DC movies that never made it to the screen.