Ben Affleck might be taking up the role of the Caped Crusader in 2016's Batman vs Superman, but it sounds like there's another Batman film in the works - albeit one that's a little bit different.

The Hollywood Reporter suggests that, following on from the character's appearance in The Lego Movie, an entire film dedicated to Lego Batman is in the works. Will Arnett is said to be reprising his voice role as a more comedic take on the comic hero.

The report also says that the film is being fast-tracked, and that the full sequel to The Lego Movie - which was due in 2017 - is likely to be pushed back to make room for Batman instead.

Another Lego film - focused on the company's Ninjago line - is due for release in 2016.

If the Lego Batman movie does appear, this is the sort of thing you can likely expect (gravelly voice, dramatic flying, and some hand-holding):