The Flash star Ezra Miller's protective order from a family in Massachusetts has officially expired, one year after the incident occurred. Miller faced controversy after being arrested multiple times in Hawaii and being accused by a family of harassing their 12-year-old child. The mother of the child claimed that Miller visited their house unexpectedly, wearing a bulletproof vest and brandishing a gun, and "pestered" the child by touching their hips inappropriately.
According to Deadline, the temporary protective order against Miller has been lifted as the family who filed it failed to appear in court. The actor expressed their relief at the outcome and criticized the media for spreading false claims, urging journalists to improve their reporting. Miller's statement can be seen below.
Can Miller Bounce Back From Their Controversies?
With the expiration and lifting of the protective order, a brighter spotlight awaits the actor as they strive to overcome the challenges brought about by their mental health issues. Prior to the release of The Flash, Miller engaged in multiple meetings with Warner Bros. to mend their relationship. Their efforts seemed to have paid off, as they were able to participate in additional filming and garnered public support from James Gunn, the co-CEO of DC Studios. The question now remains whether Miller can fully recover from the controversies and make a successful comeback.
Gunn mentioned that The Flash would lay the groundwork for his upcoming plans for Superman: Legacy, alongside this year's Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. He also confirmed that Xolo Maridueña's Blue Beetle would be the first superhero to continue in the franchise. There have been hints from Jason Momoa that he and Gunn have discussed his future in the DCU, and with Gunn's statement about actors only playing one character, it appears that Aquaman's future is secure.
As for Miller's future in the DCU, it remains uncertain, especially after the first two weeks of The Flash's release. The movie has received mixed reviews from critics and has been struggling at the international and domestic box office, earning only $217 million against its reported $220 million production budget at the time of writing. Reports suggest that WB is facing a $200 million loss due to the film's underperformance, partially attributed to Miller's controversies. It may take some time for audiences to be ready to see them back on screen.
Source: Deadline