'We both tried to kill Batman': 'Twins' stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito steal Oscars spotlight with hilarious skit

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA: 'Twins' co-stars Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger took center stage at the 2024 Academy Awards, marking thirty-six years since their iconic 1988 film.

The duo, known for their comedic chemistry, delighted the Oscars audience with a humorous Batman skit that garnered a well-deserved standing ovation.

Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger's playful banter on iconic Batman villain roles

As the applause echoed through the venue, DeVito exclaimed, "Look at that, it’s so beautiful. Look at everybody. Look at that, very nice. Well, Arnold and I are presenting together, for a very obvious reason." Schwarzenegger chimed in, adding, "We both tried to kill Batman."

Reflecting on their respective Batman roles, DeVito, who portrayed the villain Penguin in 1992's 'Batman Returns', engaged Schwarzenegger, who played Mr Freeze in 1997's 'Batman & Robin', featuring George Clooney as Batman.

The banter continued with DeVito asking, "How did Batman beat you?" to which Schwarzenegger humorously responded, "He used my one weakness against me...." DeVito playfully inquired, "Heat?" only for Schwarzenegger to reply, "Love. Oh. He threw me out a window. Really." DeVito quipped, "Batman, that son of a bitch," and Schwarzenegger responded with a laugh.

Adding to the entertaining exchange, DeVito pointed to Michael Keaton, who portrayed Batman and was present in the audience. The camera captured Keaton, who maintained a straight-faced demeanor, having joined a reunion of his own earlier in the ceremony with 'Beetlejuice' co-star Catherine O'Hara.

"You have a lot of nerve to show your face here," said Schwarzenegger, addressing Keaton from the stage. DeVito added, "You’re a real beak-breaker. I'm gonna see you after the Governors Ball, pal!"

Netizens cheer Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger's banter

A user tweeted, "Finally something good out of the Oscars." "Keaton could still play Batman-just look at him!" another added. "Definitely one of the best moments at the Oscars," a user stated. "Keaton the whole time," read a tweet.

"Keaton was the best Batman and he loved this!!!" claimed a user. "Desperately need more Keaton as batman before it's too late. Come on Hollywood, the Flash wasn't nearly enough," tweeted another.

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