Ritchson’s DCU tease is it about Batman

The comic book fandom is buzzing with anticipation, desperately hoping that fellow actor Alan Ritchson will finally step into the cowl and answer the call for the Bat Signal within James Gunn’s expansive DC Universe. While fans hold their breath waiting for official confirmation, signs are emerging that the possibility of cinematic collaboration between the star and the DC powerhouse is very real.

Last year, director James Gunn had advised patience, suggesting that everyone should simply wait and see what unfolds in the cinematic landscape. However, the wait has paid off; Ritchson has recently rekindled the flame of interest, confirming that substantive conversations about his potential involvement in the DC cinematic universe are actively taking place.

When pressed for details on these burgeoning discussions, Ritchson offered a candid glimpse into the process during a recent appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast. He admitted that he and James Gunn have spoken extensively about potential projects, though he noted there is so much to unpack that the details are still evolving.

“There’s so much to unpack here that you don’t even know. You don’t know what you’re asking for,” Ritchson shared. “I really respect James. I would like to do something with James. James would like to do something with me.”

Beyond the excitement of potential roles, Ritchson made it clear that any collaboration would be rooted in professional standards. He emphasized that he has a defined approach to developing projects and insisted that any endeavor involving DC must meet his high expectations.

“I know how to develop a project and anything I do with DC will still meet my standards. It’ll have to meet my standards. And I hope that we work on something that feels like we’re all making this movie that I would be proud of,” he stated, setting a clear tone for the future direction.

When asked if there was any specific character in the DC roster that caught his eye, Ritchson offered a playful tease. While leaving the door open to possibilities, he ultimately pointed toward an unexpected candidate:

“Look, the future is bright, the horizons are broad, and anything is possible for any of us. Mister Mxyzptlk it is,” he concluded.