Alan Ritchson is overqualified to become the DCU‘s Batman, but in case you need more proof, these are some movies and shows you need to see. One of the most H๏τly debated castings for the DCU has to be who will play the new Batman.

While Robert Pattinson is already playing a novice version of the hero who is just starting on his vigilante journey, the DCU is preparing to showcase a more experienced Dark Knight with a young Robin by his side in the DCU’s Batman, aka The Brave and the Bold.

However, while the film remains in the earliest stages of production, one thing everyone wants to know is who will play Batman. But the perfect actor is already prepared to tackle the role, with many of his earlier projects training him to become the perfect Batman.

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Reacher

Ritchson is the star of Reacher, an Amazon Prime Video series based on a set of books. In the show, Jack Reacher is this incredible veteran hero who has taken to solving crimes on his own terms and serving justice. Sounds like another vigilante hero we all know and love, right?

Well, Ritchson has completely made this role his own, and over the course of three seasons (with a fourth on the way), he has refined the character. This is the perfect preparation to become a dark detective in Gotham, putting the bad guys away.

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Smallville

But, if you need something a little more comic book than crime novel, then Ritchson has that covered too. Back in 2005, Ritchson appeared in Smallville, the prequel Superman show that starred Tom Welling, where he played Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman.

Evidently, there are differences between the God of the Sea and the Gotham Guardian, but both of these heroes are pulled straight from the pages of the comic books, and Ritchson proved that he can take that inspiration and bring it to live-action.

Ritchson has the skills necessary to do this story and the comics’ justice, and to play the line between the hero and their alias. He was also good enough in the role that he returned several times between that 2005 appearance and when the show wrapped in 2010.

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Fast X

But fair enough, maybe he needs to go bigger than a CW show in terms of action and fantasy. Ritchson has also starred in the Fast and Furious series, which is well known for evolving from a grounded street racing series into a superhero franchise past the fifth film.

So, well into that transformation in Fast X, Ritchson plays Aimes, the new leader of the Agency, and an adversary to Dominic Toretto and his crew. This role gives Ritchson a chance to dig into his darker side in a movie that costs hundreds of millions to produce. With that scale, Ritchson continues to deliver and excel.

And tapping into the dark side of his characters provides a unique opportunity for Ritchson to acknowledge that characters are more than good or bad. The motivations, the shortfalls, and everything in between make up the whole. This is extremely important when considering the duality of Batman and his alter ego, Burce Wayne.

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Legends Of Tomorrow

Beyond his stint on Smallville, Ritchson has had several interactions with the world of stories built around DC Comics. And one of the most interesting comes in the form of an unnamed Hooded Vigilante from Earth-9 who shows up in season 5, episode 1 of Legends of Tomorrow.

This was during the Crisis on Infinite Earths story arc that happened across several Arrowverse shows. However, this moment is brief, and it could be missed. Regardless, it once again sees the actor partake in a DC show, and this time during a large-scale crossover event.

If he were to play the role of Batman in the DCU, a large interconnected world of stories, it’s almost certain he would be crossing over on a frequent basis with other characters and stories. And Ritchson has the experience and skill to do just that.

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тιтans

Building on that last entry, the figure that Ritchson was playing during Crisis On Infinite Earths is actually known as Hank Hall, aka Hawk. This character was established in the series тιтans, which sees Ritchson tackle the role in a prominent part of the show.

Once again, he dons a cape, and he wears a mask to dole out vigilante justice. This character also has several striking similarities to Batman which further prove why Ritchson is perfect for the part. From his intense aggression, his flawed nature, his cape, and his brutal fighting style.

Ritchson clearly has what it takes to play the part, and all of these comic book roles further prove that he has been tried and tested to an extreme degree in adapting these types of characters. But if more evidence is still needed, there are some other characters that highlight other virtues that could contribute to making him the perfect DCU Batman.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

In 2014, Alan Ritchson played Raphael in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a live-action adaptation of a popular animated cartoon. Raphael is by far the most broody and cool character on the team, which resembles how Batman fits into teams like the Justice League.

On top of that, Raphael is more aggressive and stronger than his brothers. While Superman may have the upper hand with his Kryptonian physiology in DC, Batman is by far the most aggressive and intense member of the team.

However, Raphael is also just as much a hero as his brothers, and he is well respected for what he brings to the team. Ritchson also reprized this role for the sequel in 2016, which again indicates how strong and well-received his earlier performance was.

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The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare

Next up, Ritchson recently starred in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare alongside an absolutely stacked cast. Henry Cavill, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Cary Elwes, Alex Pettyfer, Eiza González, and more came together to create an unforgettable action flick, and Ritchson took on a leading role.

It takes a lot to be surrounded by incredible, enormously talented individuals and hold your own, much less take on a leading role. However, standing next to the literal Superman of the DCEU, Ritchson stands tall and maintains his position of influence and prominence.

If Ritchson were to be cast as Batman, that would put him in a similar situation in the Justice League as a leading member, alongside David Corenswet’s Superman. Clearly, Ritchson can take on that pressure and deliver an outstanding performance.

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Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Finally, one thing that could be missing from some or most of the above is a touch of humor. Now, Ritchson has also proven he can take on a comedic role and still be heroic. In Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Ritchson plays the role of young Scully, back when the detective was a superstar of the precinct.

While Scully, in the contemporary setting of the show, is kind of a slob, his glory days on the force saw him prove a very capable and impressive detective, while still having fun with his partner, Hitchcock. This feels like the last piece of the puzzle for Batman in the DCU.

As a more seasoned Bats, with a son whom he is training to fight crime, Bruce Wayne will need to have a sense of humor. And the DCU is already proving to be a much more upbeat era for these characters than what occurred in the DCEU. As a result, Alan Ritchson feels like the perfect choice to bring on board to play the part of Batman.