Glen Powell’s rumored DCU role just took a surprising turn away from the hero fans expected. A new report breaks down why the actor might suit up as one of Batman’s deadliest enemies instead.
Glen Powell rumored for Deathstroke in DCU’s Savage Hunters movie
Glen Powell may not play Batman in the DCU after all. Murphy’s Multiverse reports that the actor could instead take on Slade Wilson, aka Deathstroke, in DC Studios’ upcoming film Savage Hunters. Insider Jeff Sneider previously revealed Powell was in “active discussions” for a “big role that requires a major commitment/multiple options.”
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has clarified that Batman casting for The Brave and the Bold has not started yet. Gunn recently confirmed that official auditions for the Dark Knight will begin soon. Scooper @CartierFilms also claimedPowell has been in talks with DC but had no details on the specific role.
The Deathstroke theory gains traction because Savage Hunters is reportedly next in DC Studios’ production queue. Screenwriter Matthew Orton (Captain America: Brave New World, Moon Knight) has been developing the Bane and Deathstroke team-up movie. ATL DC exclusively reported that the two villains will share a mentor/mentee dynamic in the film.
Murphy’s Multiverse describes Slade Wilson as a battle-hardened mercenary in his early-to-mid 40s. The character mentors an aggressive, raw, 20-something Bane in the film. Powell, at 38, fits closely within that age range for the role.
The multi-picture contract element strengthens this theory significantly. Playing Deathstroke would commit Powell to Savage Hunters and potential appearances in The Brave and the Bold. The character could also appear in Teen Titans, which remains in active development at DC Studios.
Powell has previously expressed hesitation about joining superhero franchises. He stated that he prefers “Man Against the System movies, these David and Goliath stories where no one’s super.” Fans had also pitched Powell for Booster Gold, a comedy series still in development for Max. However, a villainous role like Deathstroke could align better with Powell’s preference for grounded characters.
