The Bat Family is going to join the DCEU eventually, which means Warner Bros. will have to start looking at potential actors and actresses to fill those parts. At the moment, the studio is currently in development on The Batman, Nightwing, and Batgirl, not to mention all the movies based on Batman's rogue's gallery. It seems that, within the next few years, DC fans are going to have their fill of Gotham's finest superheroes. And considering that most of those roles are for iconic characters that go back decades, it won't be easy finding the right people. So, we've decided to help out with that.Note that all the actors and actresses on this list have been chosen for their plausibility of being cast in their respective roles. The simple fact is, no studio can go for top-billing stars for each and every role. Otherwise, production budgets on those movies would far exceed what they are now. It's about finding the right people who can embody all of their characters' traits without breaking the bank.
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Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Batgirl/Oracle
Barbara Gordon is a tough character to cast. She's not only intelligent and possesses an inquisitive mind, but she can also beat bad guys to a pulp with her bare hands, just like Batman. After all, she has been both Batgirl and Oracle. So, whoever portrays her on the big screen will need to convincingly embody all those traits, not just someone who spouts out random words hoping audiences will find the actress believable in the end. It doesn't work that way.
With all that in mind, Mary Elizabeth Winstead is arguably the perfect person to bring Barbara Gordon to life on the big screen since... Batman & Robin (if Barbara Wilson even counts). She's an exceptional actress who's proven that she can always shine in a role even if the movie itself isn't that good. Thankfully, she doesn't come in that many bad movies. Plus, she already has strong clout with certain fandoms thanks to her roles in both Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and 10 Cloverfield Lane.
Finn Wittrock as Dick Grayson
In the DCEU, Dick Grayson is already Nightwing. So, it's not about casting Batman's sidekick as much as it is about casting a fully-established superhero with enough star power to lead his own solo movie (whenever the Nightwing movie happens). And since Affleck's Batman is presumably in his mid-40s in the DCEU, the best person that can comfortably portray Grayson and still check off all the boxes is The Big Short and La La Land actor Finn Wittrock.
Wittrock is tailor-made to play Grayson based on his built and facial looks alone, and he's a well-rounded actor. The only thing holding him back - and it's a big one - is the character's acrobatics. Of course, seeing as Warner Bros. prides themselves on bulking up their superheroes through vigorous training regimens, it's certainly possible that Wittrock could learn on how to move like Nightwing in the comics and animated movies, at least to an extent that it will be believable for audiences, through some sort of crash course.
Max Thieriot as Jason Todd/Red Hood
Jason Todd is supposed to be dead in the DCEU, despite Zack Snyder casting some doubt recently on that particular plot point from Batman V Superman. Whether or not the Robin suit displayed in Bruce's Batcave is Jason's or not, comic book fans know all too well that Jason Todd doesn't exactly stay dead in the comics. Eventually, he returns to the fold as the enigmatic Red Hood - one of the best characters to join the Bat Family in recent years.
Getting Red Hood into the DCEU is on many fans' wish lists, and while it would be great to get top-billing actors like Dane DeHaan for the role, perhaps someone like Max Thieriot would be better suited for the role in a much-wanted Red Hood movie. He's shown that he's capable of depicting complex and conflicted characters with his time on A&E's Bates Motel. Plus, by appearing on CBS' SEAL Team TV series, he's already shown that he can handle the required weaponry to portray a comic accurate Red Hood.
Aramis Knight as Damian Wayne
Not everyone likes Damian Wayne - and for good reason. He's the youngest of the Robins and, although he's intelligent and expertly trained in various forms of combat, he doesn't understand authority and come off as rather immature. But what's important is that Damian appear as a skilled fighter.
While it can be difficult to find someone who can truly look like Damian and emulate all of his characteristics, perhaps the best person for the job is Aramis Knight, who's best known for his role as M.K. on AMC's Into the Badlands. In addition to showing off his fighting skills in that series, Knight has quite an extensive filmography under his belt already, which would certainly help in landing a major role like this one.
Also, for this particular casting, we're assuming that Bruce Wayne spent some time training with the League of Assassins in the DCEU prior to becoming Batman, which could be about the time Damian was conceived, that's why the casting choice is a bit older than what comic book fans might expect.
Eva Green as Catwoman
When attempting to find the perfect Catwoman for the DCEU, it's not just about finding someone who can physically look the part - though that is, admittedly, still a significant factor - but it's also about finding someone who can personify all of her unique traits; from her cunningness to her willingness to provide for the impoverished. Bottom line, Selina Kyle isn't just another woman to Bruce Wayne, she's the only person who can truly get under his skin. And one person comes to mind when taking all of that into account: Eva Green.
Green has had a variety of roles over the years, but one of her most well-known parts that also makes her a prime candidate for Catwoman is Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale. While that film had its fair share of Bond Girls, Green took her role to a whole new level and convincingly played someone who got under James Bond's skin, all while keeping a major secret close to the vest. Moreover, she's also demonstrated the playfulness that would be needed to challenge Batman on the silver screen. So, there's really no one better to play the DCEU's Catwoman than Eva Green.
Ryan Potter as Tim Drake/Red Robin
Tim Drake, the third Robin, is arguably the best sidekick Batman has ever had - and for good reason. After the Caped Crusader turned down a dark path following Jason Todd's death, it was Tim (not Nightwing) that brought him back to the light. The guy practically forced Batman to make him a Robin. A person like that has initiative, so someone with a similar amount of initiative should play him, like Ryan Potter, who's best known for voicing Hiro in Big Hero 6.
While all the people in this article are proposed prospects for their respective roles, DC fans already know that Potter wants to play Tim Drake specifically in the DCEU. Back in 2016, Potter posted an audition tape for Tim Drake on YouTube that shows off some of his martial arts skills as well as his clear interest in the character. Sure, he's already slated to play Beast Boy in DC's Titans, but that series doesn't exist within the DCEU and plenty of actors have played multiple superheroes before. Plus, it certainly looks like he's got what it takes to wield a fighting staff based on that video alone.
Rebecca Ferguson as Batwoman
Whereas Catwoman typically displays a more mischievous attitude that can combat Batman's brooding persona, whoever plays Batwoman would need to have a certain level of gravitas to complement Bruce Wayne's crime-fighting alter ego. She's calculating, yet decisive and respectful, even of her enemies... from time to time.
After seeing Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation, Rebecca Ferguson might be the perfect actress cut out for such a role. The opera sequence from that film alone showcases her acting range as well as her ability to handle all the physical requirements with playing one of Gotham's superheroes. Sure, she's not a natural redhead, but that shouldn't matter all too much since she could just wear a wig.
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