Overview

• Ritchson said he met James Gunn and that “words have been exchanged” about Batman, but he “strongly” does not think the role is in his future.
• He indicated he expects to join DC in another capacity, saying there is likely “something” ahead for him within the DCU.
• Gunn has called himself a fan of Ritchson yet previously noted Batman casting has not begun and that the project is not among the DCU’s most advanced.
• The Brave and the Bold has no release date, and Gunn has emphasized avoiding overlap with Matt Reeves’ The Batman Part II, which is slated for 2027.
• Ritchson, a frequent fan pick for Batman, has past DC credits as Hawk in Titans and Aquaman in Smallville, and Andy Muschietti is attached to direct The Brave and the Bold.