Jensen Ackles suits up as the next live-action Batman for James Gunn’sDC Universethrough a newThe Brave and The Boldconcept trailer. While it may be some time until the Caped Crusader shows up,the DCU’s Chapter 1: “Gods and Monsters"is actively working onThe Brave and The Bold, which will focus on Bruce Wayne as he discovers the existence of his biological son, Damian Wayne. Even though casting has yet to begin, many fans have made it clear who some of their top candidates are for the titular role inThe Brave and The Bold.
As Ackles continues to be one of the top fan choices to play Batman in the DCU franchise,Smasherrecently shared a new concept trailer for the upcomingThe Brave and The Boldfilm. In the concept trailer,Ackles is imagined as the DCU’s Batman, and the video also provides glimpses of who some of his supporting characters could be. Check it out below:
Andy Muschietti is attached to directThe Brave and The Bold, with a script currently being worked on at DC Studios. While it remains to be seen who is writingThe Brave and The Bold,DC Studios currently has no set release date for the Batman reboot.
What The Brave & The Bold Concept Trailer Means For Jensen Ackles' Batman Casting
Ackles is one of many actors who have said they want to playthe DCU’s Batman, as he is himself a big fan of the DC icon, and has also had the chance to voice the character in the animated Tomorrowverse. As Ackles' popularity has only increased over the last few years, especially through his run onSupernatural,it’s not shocking that fans are showing their support for him to play Batman in Gunn’s new DCU franchise.The Brave and The Boldconcept trailer is just one of many ways the fandom has shown that this is a casting they would get behind.
In Ackles' case,The Boysstar was also really close to playing Batman in live-action, asThe CW’sGotham Knightshad initially looked at trying to get Ackles as their Dark Knight for a storyline. HavingAckles be cast as Batman in live-action for Gunn’s DCUwould rectify that missed opportunity while also bringing in a popular actor who is on the record about wanting the opportunity. Given that the DCU will also focus on an established version of Batman, Ackles would be a solid fit for what DC Studios is going with regarding the franchise’s take on the hero.
Our Take On The Brave & The Bold Concept Trailer
Not only does the DCU concept trailer make a solid case for Ackles' fan-casting, it makes the wait forThe Brave and The Boldmovieeven more challenging, as it’s clear there is so much territory that Gunn’s franchise will be able to explore with Batman’s mythology in this continuity. Whether or not DC Studios is getting closer to casting their new Batman remains to be seen, but it seems Ackles will at least be considered for the role whenever this casting begins to be approached. Hopefully, more updates onThe Brave and The Boldwill start to emerge sooner rather than later.
The Brave and the Bold
The Brave and the Bold will introduce audiences to a new Batman in the DC Universe, focusing on the unique dynamic between the Dark Knight and his son, Damian Wayne, who takes on the mantle of Robin. This film marks yet another reboot for the iconic vigilante superhero.
