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Tom Brittney Rumored as New DCU Batman, Studios Stay Silent

6/30/2026

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Tom Brittney (actor) is being considered to play Batman in the DC Universe (DCU).
James Gunn and Peter Safran, DC Studios co-heads, have neither confirmed nor denied the rumor as of June 29, 2026.
John Campea reported that multiple sources identified Brittney as the actor.
Leaker MyTimetoShineHello also named Brittney as a possible Batman.
The June 30–July 1, 2026 Wirral shoot for Clayface may include Brittney if cast as Batman.

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Story summary

Tom Brittney (actor) is being considered to play Batman in the DC Universe (DCU).
James Gunn and Peter Safran, DC Studios co-heads, have neither confirmed nor denied the rumor as of June 29, 2026.
John Campea reported that multiple sources identified Brittney as the actor.
Leaker MyTimetoShineHello also named Brittney as a possible Batman.
The June 30–July 1, 2026 Wirral shoot for Clayface may include Brittney if cast as Batman.