The Flash Director Sparks Outrage Among Grant Gustin Fans

Fans of Grant Gustin are expressing their discontent with The Flash movie director's recent remarks that no one but Ezra Miller can portray Barry Allen. The upcoming DC Universe film, The Flash, will see Miller return as the fastest man alive and delve into the larger multiverse while loosely adapting DC's Flashpoint saga. However, director Andy Muschietti's comments regarding the irreplaceability of Miller as The Flash has sparked controversy among Gustin's supporters, who have taken to social media to voice their opinions on the matter.

Why Grant Gustin Fans Are Upset With The Flash Movie Director's Comments

The timing of Muschietti's comments couldn't have been worse, considering they came just a week after The Flash series finale, which marked the end of the Arrowverse franchise that has been running for longer than the DCEU. Gustin has been a key figure in the franchise, having played the titular character for nine seasons and becoming synonymous with The Flash for many fans. It's understandable why Muschietti's remarks have received backlash, particularly given that Gustin and Miller's Flashes have even shared the screen in Arrowverse's Crisis on Infinite Earths. While it's unlikely that Muschietti intended any malice towards Gustin, the timing of his comments has been upsetting for many fans.

It likely didn't improve the situation when he disclosed that they were unable to incorporate Gustin's portrayal of The Flash in The Flash movie, despite the fact that he is the most logical actor to appear. It would be preferable if Muschietti would clarify his statements and recognize that Gustin has spent the last decade embodying The Flash. Despite whether or not The Flash director offers any further remarks, Gustin's impact will endure, with the entire series accessible to revisit on Netflix and home media.