‘Talk About Not Wanting to Fumble the Football’ The Boys…

Summary

Jensen Ackles is open to playing Batman but views it as a challenging honor, relying on director and script guidance.
Ackles, a fan favorite for Batman, has already voiced the character in DC animated hits, showcasing his understanding.
Fans support Ackles as Batman, suggesting he could be a smart move for DC Studios with his leading man appeal.

Jensen Ackles has finally addressed fan hopes and longtime speculation about the possibility of playing The Dark Knight in The Brave and the Bold. The Boys actor shared whether he'd be game to join the DC Universe as its next Batman.

The Brave and the Bold seems to be stuck in development limbo, with DC Studios boss James Gunn admitting that finding the right script for the DCU Batman has been more difficult than expected. As casting delays continue, questions have resurfaced about whether Matt Reeves’ The Batman, currently part of DC’s Elseworlds, might be absorbed into the main continuity. However, DC leadership remains firm that the DCU will feature its own separate Dark Knight. Meanwhile, longtime fan favorite Jensen Ackles, known for The Boys, has finally shared his thoughts on stepping into the cape and cowl.

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By Fletcher Bailey

While promoting Countdown with Collider, The Boys star Jensen Ackles revisited the buzz around him possibly playing Batman in the DCU. When asked what version of the Caped Crusader he’d bring to life, Ackles admitted that bringing something fresh to the iconic role would be a major challenge, especially with so many legendary performances before him. He emphasized that he'd rely heavily on James Gunn, the director, and the script to guide his portrayal if given the chance. Ackles also acknowledged the weight of the role, stating, "You talk about not wanting to fumble the football – that's one that I would be nervous as hell to carry. Still, he views the opportunity to wear the cape and cowl as a true badge of honor, something every actor would be lucky to call their own.

Long admired by fans as a potential Marvel hero, Ackles continues to spark buzz as a top contender to play Batman in James Gunn’s DCU. The Supernatural alum and current The Boys standout has long shown interest in donning the cape and cowl, with fans rallying behind him across Reddit threads and social media posts. As calls for Ackles to take on Bruce Wayne grow louder, the actor remains humble yet hopeful about stepping into Gotham’s shadows, especially if Superman director James Gunn and DCU’s The Brave and the Bold filmmaker ever came knocking with the Bat signal.

Furthermore, Ackles already has a strong connection to Batman, having voiced the Caped Crusader in several DC animated hits. His performances in Tomorrowverse titles like Batman: The Long Halloween, Crisis on Infinite Earths, and Justice League: Warworld have made him a fan-favorite modern version of The Dark Knight, showcasing his deep understanding of the character’s grit and complexity.

James Gunn may be eyeing a more established name for Batman, but Jensen Ackles is quickly rising through the ranks with serious leading man appeal. Casting someone like Ackles could be a smart move for DC Studios, especially with fans already on his side. Whoever takes the role will inevitably face comparisons to The Batman’s Robert Pattinson, so winning over audiences early is key.