Summary
DC Universemastermind James Gunn has further clarified his comments regarding the newBatman’s age. Batman will make his DCU debut inThe Brave and the Boldmovie. Casting for the character has not yet started, and details on this version of Bruce Wayne are scarce at the moment. After having previously commented on Batman’s age in the DCU a couple of times, Gunn once again reiterates what he meant by his comments regarding Bruce Wayne and Clark Kent’s ages.
On Threads,James Gunnrevealed that the intent of his past comments was that he is not bound to Batman and Superman having the same age in the DCU, instead of confirming a specific age for Bruce Wayne.
There has been some confusion regarding Batman’s age in the DCU after Gunn initially commented (viaCollider) on Batman and Superman’s ages, saying, “So, does that mean Batman might be a couple years older than Superman? Yes, it could be.” A month later,Gunn clarified his comments about Batman’s DCU age, confirming there is no set range for the nextlive-action Batman.
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How Old Will Batman Be In The DCU?
There Are Some Clues
While not saying that Batman will be a couple of years older than Superman, Gunn’s past comments mention that could happen. With Gunn not tied to Batman and Superman being the same age, a Bruce Wayne who is older than Clark Kent would make sense for the DCU. The DCU’s Superman actor, David Corenswet, is 30 years old. Gunn has confirmed that Superman will be the same age as Corenswet in the DCU.
With Superman being 30, it would be okay for Batman to be in his late 30s or early 40s. The character certainly cannot be younger than Corenswet’s Superman, as a key detail fromThe Brave and the Boldwould make that impossible. The DCU’s Batman movie will feature Damian Wayne, Bruce’s biological son, who is the fourth male Robin in the comics, as well as other members of the Bat-Family. In order to have a fully functional Bat-Family, Batman would need to be in his late 30s at least.
That would allow for one of the most popular Batman fancasts for the DCU to happen. Among the fan-favorites to play Batman in the DCU are Jensen Ackles, Alan Ritchson, and Jake Gyllenhaal. All three actors are in their 40s, making them perfect for a Batman who is the leader of an established Bat-Family in the DCU. Nightwing could be the second-oldest character in the Bat-Family, with Dick Grayson in his 20s, making him Robin when the DCU’sBatmanwas at the start of his career.
The Brave and the Bold
The Brave and the Bold will introduce audiences to a new Batman in the DC Universe, focusing on the unique dynamic between the Dark Knight and his son, Damian Wayne, who takes on the mantle of Robin. This film marks yet another reboot for the iconic vigilante superhero.
