Screenwriter and director David S. Goyer is a frequent contributor to films based on comic books, with credits on all three Blade films and The Crow franchise. He is credited with co-writing the story for the 2008 smash hit The Dark Knight.

David S. Goyer sat on the panel for The Dark Knight at the 2008 San Diego Comic-Con. When asked about the possibility of The Joker appearing in the next Batman film, Goyer acknowledged that it would be a "no-brainer" if Heath Ledger were still alive. Goyer would not comment on any further usage of the character under current circumstances.YouTube: David S. Goyer on Dark Knight Sequel (Time: 1:12)

• "I think one of the distinctions that needs to be made between what The Joker is doing and the terrorists of today, is that The Joker doesn't have a cause. He's not trying to get the people of Gotham to do anything to release someone."—on The Dark KnightRope of Silicon: Interview with David S. Goyer (July 16, 2008)

• "Both Movies still feel complete. I think if there was not a third one, it’s not like ‘Oh my God, these things haven’t been answered.'"—on future Batman filmsSlashfilm: Dark Knight Cast and Crew Tease Third Batman Film (July 9, 2008)