If you have been following my DC Nation Fan Cast you will see that I suggested Batman be introduced in the MoS sequel to start the Justice League phase. My 2nd phase was to have Flash with his own feature film which will not only introduce Wally West (Future JL Movie), but it will also kill off the Hal Jordan Green Lantern. This Batman movie (Phase 3) will follow Man of Steel sequel, Flash, and Justice League first movie. This movie will pick up after Batman’s JL adventure allowing him to warm to the idea of working with a team. Bats will need all the help he could get because a few of his favorite villains escaped from prison.
Jim Caviezel as Bruce Wayne/Batman
I have expressed why I choose Caviezel (see Justice League Cast) as Batman. To recap, he already plays a similar character on Person of Interest and has range as an actor. He looks the part and possesses the ideal skill set. People will bash this pick because it’s “original” but he is who I think will play the best Batman.
Liam Cunningham as Alfred Pennyworth
Cunningham serves as one of many options for Alfred. I chose him because of his role in Game of Throne (recommended MUST WATCH) as Davoa Seaworth as trusted adviser to Stannis Baratheon. One the show he is loyal yet outspoken, he is gentle yet tough which are all the qualities I want Alfred to have in order to keep Bruce Wayne in line.
Denzel Washington as Lucius Fox
Bruce Wayne’s trusted business manager known to have the Midas touch when it comes failing businesses. Fox unknowingly supplies weaponry for cape crusader and runs Wayne Enterprises alongside Bruce Wayne. In this film I want Fox to know exactly what Bruce does but does not tell him kind of an unspeakable understanding, similar to Morgan Freeman’s character on TDK. I want him to be as smooth talking as Bruce himself and have a strong personality. Enter the smooth walking, slick talking Washington. No need to get into his history.
Bryan Cranston as James Gordon
Commissioner Gordon is either with Batman and depends on his vigilante acts or somewhat skeptical, that is dependent upon which comics and sources you read. For this movie I want Gordon to speculate that Batman is Bruce Wayne but does not seek to find out for 100% keeping plausible deniability. Gordon along with Fox will give Batman a realistic feel to how he is able to go around undetected because of their protection. Cranston was an easy choice though not original I think he is a tremendous actor who will bring out the best parts of Com. Gordon. Cranston is amazing in every movie and show he has been on. His range is great Breaking Bad, Argo, Total Recall, Malcolm in the Middle, and Driver to name a few.
Joseph Morgan as Harvey Dent/Two-Face
Harvey Dent had a kind heart, was a law abiding citizen, and close ally to Batman until he was scared by Sal Maroni. Maaroni in a fit of rage tossed acid at Dent scarring the left side of his face and hand, also damaging his psyche. This movie won’t show the origin of two face just his escape from Arkham Asylum along with a few others. Morgan was selected because of his role as Klause on Vampire Diaries. As Klause he is smooth, slick talking, vindictive, and psychotic. He also shows his vulnerability and nice side which plays well to the Harvey Dent side of two-face.
Rose Leslie as Poision Ivy
Poision Ivy one of Batman’s first criminal encounters. She enjoys showing her power over men as well as using her abilities to wreak havoc over Gotham City. She develops an obsession for Batman because she can’t control him. Leslie was the choice because of her role as Ygritee on Game of Thrones she is tough, gritty, beautiful and seductive. She is not a popular choice but I think she is a great choice. She is a young actress that I think will be a great choice for Ivy.
Johnny Depp as The Riddler
The Riddler is a character I wanted to see during the TDK series. He is one of the more popular villains Batman faces. For this movie I want the Riddler to not only be sadistic but have a funny element to him a well keeping him dark, edgy, and funny. Who is more capable of that than one of the greatest actors of our time Johnny Depp? No need to explain his history.
Jason Staham as Mr. Freeze
Mr. Freeze aka Dr. Victor Fries was a fantastic scientist who’s wife became ill with a degenerative disease needed his help to figure out a way to save her. He freezes her in a cryogenic state while searching for a cure. He gets into a freak accident after the company supporting his projects and ultimately his wife’s life pulled the plug. The accident caused him to become cold blooded literally he must always be kept at below zero temperatures. Jason Statham is perfect for the type of Mr. Freeze I want to see. I want a realistic, non- robotic, tough guy, who wants vengeance on Batman.
Olivia Wilde as Catwoman
Catwoman is sometimes bad and sometimes good. She and Batman have a love/hate relationship. She is more of an anti-hero in this movie. She will do whatever it takes for her survival. She is sexy, beautiful, cunning, and smart. In this movie she will look to join Batman to help make Gotham a safe place and besides she can’t rob banks if they have already been cleaned out. Wilde is making a name for herself. She starred in Tron Legacy, The Change Up, and Cowboys vs. Aliens respectively putting on good performances and showing she is perfect for this role. Her sexiness and toughness is exactly what I look for in Catwoman.
Emma Watson as Barbara Gordon/Baatgirl
Barbara Gordon an highly skilled young officer of Gotham City and the daughter of Commissioner Gordon. She is one of many women to team up with Batman to go by the Batgirl alias but Gordon’s Batgirl is one of the more recognizable. Batgirl will not only serve as helping hand but the eventual love interest of Nightwing. This movie will be her introduction to the Batman family. Emma Watson is a fantastic beautiful young actress known widely as Hermione but her talents well exceeds that. Watson is an actress who would bring out the best in Barbara Gordon.
Josh Hutcherson as Dick Grayson/Robin
Dick Grayson is the first Robin who eventually goes solo as Nightwing. This film will introduce Robin into the Bruce Wayne family. Hutcherson is the perfect fit for a Robin who could transition to Nightwing. Hutcherson was excellent in Hunger Games as a heroin Peeta and as Robert in Red Dawn. This role could continue to propel Hutcherson into superstardom.
Dennis Cleveland as Young Grayson
Shake it Up’s Davis Cleveland will play a young Dick Grayson because of his funny fun loving demeanor. I think he will be fine playing the orphan that Bruce Wayne adopts.
This Batman will not be an origin story for Batman but an introduction for Robin and Batgirl. The villains would have escaped from Arkham Asylum with the help of Anti Monitor to set the stage for the 2nd JL movie which will feature him as the main antagonist. This movie will also serve as a connection for my upcoming Young Justice cast. Please leave your comments good or bad. Stay tuned and as always THANKS FOR READING.