Randy Orton is throwing his name into the mix for James Gunn’s DCU Batman, hinting at interest in taking on the iconic role in the upcoming reboot — especially as Gunn’s Superman gains early momentum.

But, there is also another Batman movie in the works – one that will be part of the DCU rather than an Elseworlds project like Reeves'. That movie is titled The Brave and the Bold, and it was unveiled as part of James Gunn and Peter Safran's Chapter One: Gods and Monsters announcement. Since then, though, news on the project has been scarce.

James Gunn has commented on Batman’s possible DCU suit. Gunn and Peter Safran’s DCU officially launched in December 2024 with the animated Creature Commandos series. The first DCU movie, Superman, is now releasing in United States theaters in less than two weeks. That will be followed by Peacemaker Season 2 in August 2025 and Supergirl […]