Key Takeaways:
– Glen Powell, known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Anyone But You, may be the next Batman.
– Powell had a minor role in The Dark Knight Rises.
– Speculation about Powell's potential Batman role increased after he hinted at the possibility.
– The actor's recent box-office hit, Twisters, earned $74 million in its opening weekend.
Actor Glen Powell: From Small Roles to Stardom
Hollywood actor Glen Powell is on a high right now. After starring alongside Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick and playing opposite Sydney Sweeney in Anyone But You, Powell is basking in the success of his recent blockbuster hit, Twisters. However, many fans might be surprised to know that the actor had a minor role in a Christopher Nolan's film before these achievements.
In The Dark Knight Rises, Powell portrays a stockbroker who interacts with Bane, the villain of the story. He has been speculated as one of the frontrunners for the role of Batman in James Gunn's DC Universe (DCU). This rumor intensified when Powell seemingly dropped hints about taking on the mantle of the Dark Knight.
Revisiting Glen Powell's Role in The Dark Knight Rises
Before his rise to prominence, Powell juggled roles in various films. One of which was in Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises. His character, listed as Trader #1 in the film, has a brief yet memorable interaction with the antagonist, Bane, played by Tom Hardy.
In a now-infamous scene, Bane smashes Powell's character's head into a keyboard after being told that there is no money to be stolen at the Gotham Stock Exchange. Despite the short screentime, Powell remembered his work on The Dark Knight Rises with pride and fondness as he shared in an interview with DiscussingFilm.
Powell's Recent Success and Potential Future Roles
Powell's recent success with Twisters, which raked in a whopping $74 million dollars in its opening weekend, has made it his highest-grossing film to date. As his career continues on an upward climb, the speculation about him taking on more high-profile roles, such as Batman, is intensifying.
According to fan discussions and several DC fan pages, Powell began following DC CEO James Gunn and director Andy Muschietti on social media, adding fuel to the rumor fire. Moreover, David Corenswet, who stars in Powell's Twisters, is also a part of James Gunn's Superman.
Challenges of Being the Next Batman
Assuming the role of Batman would be a huge feat for Powell, not just because of the iconic caped crusader's status, but because Powell would be stepping into the shoes of revered actors like Michael Keaton, Christian Bale, and most recently, Robert Pattinson, who portrayed the character in Elseworlds' The Batman.
Despite the challenges that come with embodying an iconic character like Batman, Powell's rising status in Hollywood, combined with his evident passion for the complexities of the DC Universe, suggest that he could be well-suited for the role. Fans will eagerly await any official announcements regarding the future of Batman and whether Glen Powell will join the ranks of actors who have portrayed the esteemed superhero.
