Since the release of The Dark Knight in 2008, Batman has become one of the world’s most popular and recognizable superheroes. One of the main reasons why the Dark Knight has been so successful is because of the acting talents of Christian Bale, whose portrayal of Batman was so memorable that it even earned him a spot in the Guinness World Records as “The Most Memorable Character Created by a Actor.”

However, after eight years, Batman may finally be facing his twilight years. While some fans may be happy to see the end of Batman as we know it, it would be a mistake to assume that this development means that the superhero will disappear from the big screen. To the contrary, it seems as though Warner Bros. is hard at work developing a new Batman film and are already looking for actors to join them in theaters in 2021.

While there’s no confirmation as to who will play the next installment of Batman, several names have been linked to the role. Perhaps one of the most popular prospects is actor Robert Pattinson. Not only has Pattinson been mentioned as a potential Batman several times over the years, but he has also starred in several films that were directly inspired by the World’s Greatest Detective. As such, it seems only natural that fans would want to see what will happen to Batman when Pattinson takes the lead role.

Why Should You Care About The Next Batman?

Whether or not you’re a fan of Batman, there’s no denying that the character has become a worldwide phenomenon. Since the success of The Dark Knight, several other prominent superheroes have been released to theaters, including Captain America: Civil War, Doctor Strange, and Black Widow. As a result, there’s a good chance that you’re already familiar with the other popular superheroes out there.

Unfortunately, none of these characters are as unique as Batman, which makes him that much more significant. While many superheroes can be characterized as white and male, Batman is the first prominent superhero who is a reflection of the diversity in America. For this reason, it’s important to see what happens to Batman when new actors take on the role in years to come.

In addition to being a figure that appeals to audiences around the world, Batman is also one of the most important superheroes in terms of comic book sales. Since the inception of the character in 1939, more than 400 issues of Batman have been published, along with approximately 150 different animated series and films. As a result, it’s easy to see why Warner Bros. would be reticent to let the world’s most famous detective age gracefully. The Dark Knight won’t be the last film made about Batman, but it will be the last film that Warner Bros. as a whole will make for some time.

What Do The Critics Say About The Next Batman?

While it’s important to keep an open mind when it comes to casting, it’s also critical to stay abreast of the current state of the media. Since the beginning of this year, several prominent publications have published their takes on who should play Batman in the near future. For the purpose of this article, we’ll focus on the critics’ views regarding Robert Pattinson.

According to the reviewers, Pattinson is the best candidate for the role to date. Since the beginning of this year, four prominent publications – Rolling Stone, Screen Crush, The New York Times, and Variety – have all discussed Pattinson in relation to Batman. In fact, Variety’s Peter Debruge proclaimed that he was “officially” the best choice for the role.

The Pros And Cons Of Robert Pattinson As Batman

Although it’s still early in the game (or rather, mid-game), it’s critical to take a close look at the pros and cons of casting Robert Pattinson in the role of Batman. First and foremost, it should be pointed out that these publications (and several others) are simply expressing their opinion, and it should not be assumed that their assessment is fact. Nevertheless, it’s a good idea to examine the pros and cons of each candidate so that you have a clearer picture as to which one is best suited for the role.

On the plus side, Pattinson has plenty of acting experience. After all, he’s already starred in several critically acclaimed films, including the aforementioned Dirty Roleplay and High Life. As mentioned above, these films are directly inspired by the character of Batman, so it’s not so much that he’s never acted before, but he’s never portrayed a character quite like Batman. As a result, he may bring something new to the role that the character has not seen before.

On the downside, Pattinson does have some shortcomings which could make it hard for him to embody the stoic and calculating Batman. To begin with, he’s not particularly tall. At 6’1″, he’s not exactly the same height as Christian Bale, who at 6’2″ was the perfect match for Batman. Moreover, it should be noted that while Bale won numerous awards for his portrayal of Batman, including the Academy Award for Best Actor, he’s not always been comfortable in large groups. As such, having a shorter or slimmer actor could prove to be advantageous.

Who Else Should You Consider For The Role?

While it’s still early in the game (or mid-game), let’s take a quick look at some of the other prominent contenders. Just as with Pattinson, these are simply opinions shared by the publications, so take them for what they’re worth. Here’s a summary of the other prominent actors and actresses who have been linked to the role of Batman over the years.

While we’re on the subject of other prominent characters inspired by Batman, let’s not forget the most notable of them all: Barbara Gordon. It seems as though all of Batman’s allies and many of his enemies were inspired by Barbara. When she was first mentioned as a potential candidate for Batman in the 60s, it was initially met with skepticism. After all, she was best known as Batgirl at that time, and she had only recently stopped using that alias. Nevertheless, she persisted, and soon became one of the most prominent candidates for the role.

As it turned out, Barbara didn’t just play Batgirl – she was Batgirl. For the bulk of the 70s and into the early 80s, Barbara Gordon starred in her own series of TV movies that were inspired by the character of Batman. In addition to starring in several films and TV shows, including the short-lived 1978 series, The New Batman – who else could play the part but Al Pacino since it was the 80s – Barbara also wrote several screenplays that were later turned into films, including The Dark Knight Returns. In short, she was the perfect choice for Batman, and she went on to play the role in five feature films and several video games, most recently in 2016’s Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders.

The Current State Of Affairs

With all the above in mind, it’s time to bring everything together and examine the current status of this prestigious pursuit. Since the beginning of this year, there has been a lot of conjecture surrounding who will play Batman, and it seems as though there’s no end in sight. Nevertheless, let’s examine the current state of affairs.

At the moment, it appears that Warner Bros. is fully committed to producing a new Batman film. According to insiders, it has already begun shopping for potential starring and supporting roles as well as negotiating the contracts that will make the movie happen. Moreover, it seems that they’re already looking for casting announcements as soon as possible so that they can begin work on the film as soon as possible. As the producer put it, they want to “make this movie now, before anyone else realizes what’s happening.”

Whether or not you’re a fan of Batman, there’s no denying that the character has become a worldwide phenomenon. Since the release of The Dark Knight in 2008, several other prominent superheroes have been released to theaters, including Captain America: Civil War, Doctor Strange, and Black Widow. As a result, there’s a good chance that you’re already familiar with the other popular superheroes out there.

Unfortunately, none of these characters are as unique as Batman, which makes him that much more significant. While many superheroes can be characterized as white and male, Batman is the first prominent superhero who is a reflection of the diversity in America. For this reason, it’s important to see what happens to Batman when new actors take on the role in years to come.