If you've been following reports and rumors from DC's movie studio, you'd know that they've thrown up plenty of ideas in the works. Not many of them are set in stone, so it's basically a "see whats sticks on the wall" type situation. Two of their many of projects that comes to mind is Nightwing and Batgirl.
While the Nightwing film doesn't have a confirmed release date right now,
The Lego Batman Movie director Chris McKay will reportedly helm it. As for Batgirl, her movie isn't tagged with a release date either. In fact, that film doesn't even have a director anymore, since Joss Whedon stepped down not too long ago.
So as you can see, both of these movies are in the early development stage. Which means anything and everything could change in a short amount of time. So here's my proposed idea on the matter... Why not just make a Nightwing movie that also stars Batgirl? Instead of making two separate films of these characters, just put them in one richly filled story. Both Nightwing and Batgirl have had plenty of history in the comics side by side, so it's not like this is something brand new.
So considering all that, let's move on to the reasons why this could work.
First things first, you'd be killing two birds with one stone. It seems a bit unnecessary to give either of these characters their own film. That's not saying they couldn't carry their own movie, but Nightwing isn't the household name Batman or Wonder Woman is. Same goes for Batgirl. However, when you put these two former sidekicks together, that ensures more than enough story to work off of.
Also, it would be nice to see a duo/tag-team superhero movie. It wouldn't be like
Batman v Superman where they hate each other the first hour and a half, and rush to team up for the third act. No, it would be the complete opposite actually. Dick Grayson and Barbara Gordon could begin the movie as great friends, or even boyfriend and girlfriend. So when it comes time to suit up, they already have a pre-made chemistry and reason to work with each other.
Another reason why this could work is it could have a little bit of everything. Action, comedy, romance, and some mystery as well. In other words, this movie could have a somewhat light hearted tone in a dark setting. Think of
Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Only instead of Cap and Black Widow, you have Nightwing and Batgirl fighting crime. It's a formula that has a proven track record, something that DC should take a look at.
Last but not least, DC should be willing to try anything at this point. Be creative, but keep the quality afloat. It's not entirely out of the question one day Warner Bros completely scraps the Batgirl film, and makes Chris McKay add Batgirl into his Nightwing film. Not saying it will happen, but it's just a thought.
On that note, what are thoughts on this? Would you rather Nightwing and Batgirl stay separate, or could a film collaboration be the way to go?