David Corenswet Makes Pitch to be in 'Batman' Movie in BTS 'Superman' Clip
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"Superman" has had a strong outing as the first live-action film of the new DCU under James Gunn. The film has grossed over $579 million at the global box office, according to BoxOfficeMojo.
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The $331 million that "Superman" grossed domestically beats out "Man of Steel," which grossed $291 million. Simply put, Gunn's first foray with the Last Son of Krypton is a hit.
Now, Gunn is set to build out his DCU even more. The current DC landscape is without its Batman, which is set to be showcased in "The Brave and the Bold."
That is not to be confused with DC Elseworlds Batman, which is portrayed by Robert Pattinson and is under the direction of Matt Reeves. Batman is the more popular character in terms of live-action films, and even "Superman" star David Corenswet knows it.
David Corenswet in "Superman".
David Corenswet in "Superman".
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A new behind-the-scenes video from "Superman" shared by ComicBook showcases Corenswet getting ready to film, and engaging in a Batman chant. He also states how badly he wants to be in the "Batman film."
'1, 2, 3, BATMAN! ….I'm just trying to end up in that movie. I REALLY wanna be in that movie 🤞' -David Corenswet pic.twitter.com/8W0uvrIUO1 — ComicBook.com (@ComicBook) August 12, 2025
""1, 2, 3, BATMAN! ....I'm just trying to end up in that movie. I REALLY wanna be in that movie 🤞," Corenswet states in the clip.
Now, it would be believed that Corenswet is actively trying to pitch his way into "The Brave and the Bold," but he might also be campaigning to have a role in "The Batman 2."
The issue with the latter would mean that Pattinson would end up being the DCU's Caped Crusader, which might confuse everyone. The safer bet could mean that Corenswet wants to be in the new "Batman" film that will fully belong to the DCU.
Gunn has already begun to showcase his DCU in shows and movies. The Suicide Squad introduced the world to Amanda Waller, Bloodsport, Peacemaker, and more.
Peacemaker has his own show, and the second season is set for release very soon. The "Creature Commandos" were also introduced in animated form, but the idea is that the voice actors will also play their live-action counterparts.
"Superman" helped bring in Mister Terrific, Guy Gardner's Green Lantern, and Hawkgirl, and the upcoming "Lanterns" show is set to bring in Hal Jordan.
Gunn is slowly but surely bringing in characters that are sure to intertwine in his grand universe. With many characters appearing in "Superman" that are guaranteed for other properties, it would not be shocking that Corenswet appears in the DCU "Batman" film.
Considering the ties that Batman and Superman have in the comics, along with previous live-action iterations, the pair is surely going to be fighting side-by-side very soon. How soon has yet to be divulged.
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