Actor Who Almost Played Superman in DCU Could Be Batman Now

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A short statement by James Gunn has sparked discussion about the future of Batman in the DC Universe. The comment references someone involved in the recent search for a new Superman, leading to more questions about DCU’s plans.

James Gunn says Tom Brittney ‘is a great f—ing actor’

James Gunn recently shared high praise for Tom Brittney, calling him a “great f—— actor” on Threads. He responded to a fan post mentioning Brittney—and jokingly referring to him as “Bruce”—which led to online speculation that Brittney might be in the running to play Batman in the new DC Universe. Brittney was also a contender for the role of Superman in Gunn’s recent Superman film, showing the two have worked together before.

James Gunn recently commented on storyboards for the upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow. He surprisingly responded to a fan suggesting Brittney as Batman, sparking excitement among fans. This is unusual for Gunn, who rarely engages with fan casting suggestions. As a result, speculation is growing about who will be cast in The Brave and the Bold, a Batman-focused film that currently doesn’t have a release date.

Brittney once auditioned for a Superman role while fully dressed in a costume – specifically, she wore and accidentally damaged Henry Cavill’s suit from the movie Man of Steel during her screen test, as director James Gunn revealed in 2024. Gunn also expressed his high regard for Brittney, calling her “one of my favorite actors” and praising her incredible talent, which underscores her strong relationship with the director.

James Gunn has a habit of remembering actors he enjoys, even if they don’t get a particular role. He recently cast Nicholas Hoult, who was once considered for Superman, as Lex Luthor in his upcoming film. Gunn has also announced that filming will start in April 2026.

James Gunn recently told The Ringer-Verse that he had a shortlist of actors he considered for the role of Batman, but ultimately none of them were chosen. He explained, “I had my favorites, but it wasn’t David Corenswet,” referring to the actor who ultimately landed the role of Superman. Because Superman and Batman are often drawn with similar physiques in comic books, it’s not unusual for casting directors to consider actors who could potentially play both parts.

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2025-11-25 13:56