Fan-favorite actor Jake Gyllenhaal, once touted for the role of Batman, has opened up about the excitement of portraying the iconic Dark Knight. It’s unlikely to happen any time soon, but his comments on this particular character hint at his possible future in the DC universe.
For many fans, Gyllenhaal has long been the top choice to don the mantle of the Caped Crusader. Now, as the Road House star himself expressed his interest of playing such an iconic role, in acknowledgment of his legacy, fans are hopeful and excited to see him play that character in the foreseeable future.
Currently, Robert Pattinson is playing the Elseworlds Batman, and Michael Keaton could likely return in a brief cameo in the DCU. But the franchise, which is heading for a fresh take on the character with James Gunn and Peter Safran’s The Brave and the Bold, is looking to cast someone new. Only time will tell, despite his strong will, if Gyllenhaal gets the opportunity or not.
Jake Gyllenhaal Opens Up About His Interest in Playing The DCU’s Batman
With a new Batman movie, The Brave and the Bold, on the DCU slate, speculation swirls around who will portray the iconic Dark Knight. While Robert Pattinson takes on the role in a separate “Elseworlds” project, the casting for The Brave and the Bold remains a mystery. In a recent interview with Screenrant, actor Jake Gyllenhaal was asked about his potential interest in becoming the DCU’s Batman.
Gyllenhaal acknowledges the weight of the role, calling it “a classic” and “an honor.” He reflects on the legacy of actors who have embodied Batman before him, mentioning his upcoming role as Iago alongside Denzel Washington in Othello as another example. “There’s a history of actors” who have played these iconic parts, Gyllenhaal admits, “and that’s intimidating.”
“Oh, man. That’s a classic. It’s an honor,” he tells the site. “Speaking of playing roles that other incredible actors have played in the past, to me actually roles that other incredible actors have played in the past, which, to me, actually, when I think about it, I’m going to play Iago in Othello with Denzel Washington, and I think about like the history of actors that have played that role throughout time, and I’m intimidated by that.“
“So that’s the first level. That’s what I’m working on right now. But of course. It would be an honor always,” Gyllenhaal adds. “Those types of things and those roles are classics.“
Gyllenhaal was previously in contention for the role of Bruce Wayne in Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins. Despite writer David S. Goyer’s advocacy for him, Gyllenhaal, ultimately lost the role to Christian Bale.
Fans Are Hyped Following This Remark by Jake Gyllenhaal
After Jake Gyllenhaal spoke his mind to play this iconic role, fans seemed to be very excited. They think he would be a perfect fit for the role.
The 43-year-old Gyllenhaal finally could get the scope to don the mantle of the Caped Crusader. Though we don’t know when, fans took to X, formerly Twitter, to share their thoughts.
He could pull it off.
— Matt Jarbo (@mjarbo) March 19, 2024
Honestly… yes.
— Ravi Vora (@RaviVora) March 19, 2024
It would be nice
— Vere_da_warri_girl🥰🤩😍 (@Pweshiouz13) March 19, 2024
This is the best news for DCU 🔥🔥
— Unbelievable ™️ (@Unbelievable_cl) March 19, 2024
He might be a good Batman🦇 and his age suits for the Brave and the bold.
He's also one of the finest actors in the Industry. pic.twitter.com/GIF2NSMvLl— White knight 🦇 (@santhoshtiger14) March 19, 2024
Jake is a great actor. Batman worthy.
— Earl (@earlbtc_) March 19, 2024
Road House is set to release on Prime Video on the 21st of March. The Brave and the Bold does not have a release date.
