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New Batman Search Intensifies as Gyllenhaal Expresses Interest

11/2/2025

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The DC Universe seeks a new Batman as The Brave and the Bold script nears completion.
Alan Ritchson, an actor, has ruled himself out for the role.
Penn Badgley (actor), Jonathan Bailey (actor), Jake Gyllenhaal (actor), Andrew Lincoln (actor), and Jensen Ackles (actor) are contenders.
Jake Gyllenhaal has expressed interest in playing Batman.
James Gunn advances The Batman Part II, slated for October 1, 2027, focusing on production design and casting.

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Story summary

The DC Universe seeks a new Batman as The Brave and the Bold script nears completion.
Alan Ritchson, an actor, has ruled himself out for the role.
Penn Badgley (actor), Jonathan Bailey (actor), Jake Gyllenhaal (actor), Andrew Lincoln (actor), and Jensen Ackles (actor) are contenders.
Jake Gyllenhaal has expressed interest in playing Batman.
James Gunn advances The Batman Part II, slated for October 1, 2027, focusing on production design and casting.