The Rebooted Batman: What We Know So Far

The Rebirth of Batman

The rumor of Reacher's Alan Ritchson playing Batman in the new DC Universe has sparked excitement among fans, especially after incredible fan art depicting the actor in the iconic role surfaced on Instagram.

Bruce and Damian Wayne in The Brave and the Bold promo comic book art

Ritchson, known for his previous roles as Aquaman in Smallville and Hawk in Titans, has become a fan favorite to lead DC's upcoming movies as the Batman of James Gunn's DC Universe. The gritty fan art showcases Ritchson with a broken cowl and comic book-accurate white eyes, hinting at the level of physicality he could bring to the role.

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The Brave and the Bold: A New Chapter for Batman

The Brave and the Bold, DC's reboot movie, will mark the return of Robin to the big screen after more than two decades. This time, Damian Wayne will make his live-action debut, adding a fresh dynamic to the Bat-Family lore.

Directed by The Flash director Andy Muschietti, The Brave and the Bold promises an exciting story centered around Bruce Wayne's journey to learn about and connect with Damian. The movie is set to feature other members of the Bat-Family, creating anticipation for a new era of Batman storytelling in the DC Universe.

The Search for the New Batman

While The Brave and the Bold has a director in Andy Muschietti, the role of Batman is still up for grabs. Several actors, including Jensen Ackles, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Jake Gyllenhaal, have been fancast as potential candidates for the iconic role. However, Ritchson has emerged as a popular choice, expressing his enthusiasm to play Batman.

With the confirmation that there is no script for The Brave and the Bold yet, fans eagerly await the casting of the new Batman, adding to the anticipation surrounding the rebooted DC Universe.