More possible candidates to replace Ben Affleck as the director of "The Batman" have surfaced. George Miller ("Mad Max: Fury Road") and Denis Villeneuve ("Prisoners", "Sicario", "Arrival", "Blade Runner 2049") are among them, AceShowbiz reports.

According to Forbes, Warner Brothers are also setting their eyes on Gavin O'Connor who has just completed his work with Affleck in "The Accountant" and Matt Ross ("Captain Fantastic"). Another name joining the list of contenders is Matt Reeves ("War for the Planet of the Apes").

Affleck was originally slated to direct, produce and star in the upcoming Caped Crusader movie before he decided not to helm the project. "Performing this role demands focus, passion and the very best performance I can give. It has become clear that I cannot do both jobs to the level they require," he reasoned.