Overview
- Ritchson told Screen Rant he is in conversations with DC Studios and asked to play a character who is “messier” and “dirtier” than a clean-cut protagonist.
- He has previously acknowledged exchanges with James Gunn about Batman but said he strongly does not think Batman is in his future.
- Reporters note Gunn has described Batman as a “maniac,” a framing that echoes Ritchson’s preference without confirming any casting.
- No specific role has been announced, and industry reporting indicates a DCU Batman film would not arrive before 2028, making near-term casting unlikely.
- Ritchson is a popular fan pick for Batman and has past DC credits as Aquaman on Smallville and Hawk on Titans.