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Geek Vibes Nation
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
Jeffrey Dean Morgan's Lost Shot At Playing Batman In A Flashpoint Movie
When Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice hit theaters in 2016, fans were intrigued—and a bit puzzled—by the casting of Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Lauren Cohan as Thomas and Martha Wayne. These were big-name actors, known for gritty roles in projects like The Walking Dead , yet their screen time was limited to a brief, tragic flashback. Almost immediately, speculation swirled: was this a sneaky setup for a future Flashpoint film, with Morgan stepping into the cowl as a darker, alternate-universe Batman? Fast forward nearly a decade, and those fan theories have been both validated and dashed. In a recent interview on the Den of Geek YouTube channel, Morgan, alongside Cohan, confirmed that there were plans for him to play Thomas Wayne as Batman in a Flashpoint adaptation. Sadly, the project never materialized, leaving fans to mourn yet another missed opportunity in Zack Snyder's DC Universe. A Tease That Sparked Hope The Flashpoint storyline, based on the 2011 DC Comics event, flips the Batman mythos on its head. In this alternate timeline, it's Thomas Wayne, not Bruce, who becomes Batman after a tragedy reshapes the Wayne family. Morgan's casting in Batman v Superman seemed like perfect foreshadowing. Fans imagined him as a grizzled, morally complex Batman, a role that would've leaned into his knack for intense, layered characters like Negan in The Walking Dead . Cohan as a twisted Martha Wayne—potentially the Joker in this universe—only fueled the excitement. But as the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) evolved, those dreams fizzled. The 2023 Flash movie, while loosely inspired by Flashpoint , sidelined Thomas Wayne entirely, opting instead to bring back Michael Keaton as Batman. Many assumed Snyder had simply tossed Morgan and Cohan into Batman v Superman as a favor to old pals, with no bigger plan in mind. More on The Flash. Photo Credit: DC Comics Morgan Confirms the Scrapped Plan Turns out, the fans were onto something. While promoting The Walking Dead: Dead City , Morgan dropped a bombshell during the Den of Geek interview. He revealed that Snyder had indeed envisioned a Flashpoint film where Thomas and Martha Wayne would play 'a much bigger role.' 'Truthfully, Zack was gonna do more movies,' Morgan said. 'And I think there was a time when Flashpoint Batman would have seen these two characters in a much bigger role. And that was part of the Zack world of all of it, and then I never got a chance to do that, unfortunately.' The collapse of this project ties directly to Snyder's gradual exit from the DCEU. After creative differences and personal challenges, Snyder stepped away from Justice League , and his broader vision for the DC Universe—including films like Flashpoint —was shelved as Warner Bros. pivoted to new directions. Why It Hurts For fans, this revelation stings. Morgan as Thomas Wayne's Batman could've been electric—a chance to see a darker, more vengeful take on the Caped Crusader, clashing with Ben Affleck's weathered Bruce Wayne. The Flashpoint comics are beloved for their bold twists, and Morgan's intensity would've been a perfect fit. Pair that with Cohan's potential as a chaotic Martha/Joker, and you've got a recipe for a game-changing superhero movie. The DCEU's history is littered with what-ifs, from Affleck's unmade Batman solo film to the scrapped Justice League sequels. Morgan's Flashpoint joins that list, a casualty of a franchise that struggled to capitalize on its stellar casting and ambitious ideas. Affleck himself has spoken about his frustrations with the DCEU, particularly the grueling experience of playing Batman, which he detailed in interviews about the physical and creative toll. What's Next for DC? While Morgan's Batman dream didn't pan out, the DC Universe is far from done. Under James Gunn and Peter Safran's leadership, the rebooted DCU is taking shape, with projects like Superman (2025) and The Brave and the Bold on the horizon. Could Morgan still don the cowl in a future multiverse story? Never say never—DC loves its alternate realities, and fans would lose their minds for it. For now, you can revisit Snyder's vision with Zack Snyder's Justice League , streaming on HBO Max. And keep an eye on Morgan and Cohan in The Walking Dead: Dead City , where they're still kicking zombie butt.
Geek Tyrant
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Jeffrey Dean Morgan Confirms He Was Meant to Play Flashpoint Batman in the DCEU — GeekTyrant
There was a point where DC fans held out hope that Jeffrey Dean Morgan would one day play Flashpoint's Batman, and it turns out, it almost happened! Morgan has officially confirmed that he was in line to play the brutal Thomas Wayne version of the Dark Knight in the DCEU. In Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice , Zack Snyder kicked things off with the Wayne murders in Crime Alley and Morgan played Thomas Wayne and Lauren Cohan plays Martha. You don't cast these two die and never see them again. Fans instantly started speculating about Flashpoint and alternate timelines. Thomas as Batman. Martha as Joker. The pieces were all there. In a new interview promoting The Walking Dead: Dead City , Morgan confirmed what many had long suspected: "Truthfully, Zack was gonna do more movies, and I think there was a time when Flashpoint Batman would have seen these two characters in a much bigger role. And that was part of the Zack world of all of it, and then I never got a chance to do that, unfortunately." Snyder had a broader vision, and Flashpoint Batman was part of it. But like so many things in the ever-shifting sands of the DCEU, that vision never materialized. Snyder stepped away and the projects he was developing just faded away. The Flash project was handed off to a rotating door of directors and writers. What we got in the end was a multiverse mashup that leaned into nostalgia, with Michael Keaton returning as Batman and a CGI blur of cameos. Morgan's co-star Lauren Cohan didn't weigh in during the interview, but it's long been rumored that if Morgan's Thomas became Batman, Cohan's Martha would've become a Joker twisted by grief. This was such a wild version of the Batman story. This is now one of those DC 'what ifs' that will sting fans of the DCEU a little more now, knowing how close we were to something potentially wild and different.
Daily Mirror
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Power Rangers Kimberley star - from Netflix snub to comics return
Amy Jo Johnson shot to fame as the original pink ranger in the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers in 1993, but she has since gone on to a very different life Those who spent their childhood in the '90s will undoubtedly recall the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, with their vibrant costumes and thrilling showdowns against the likes of Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd. Amy Jo Johnson, who debuted as the original Pink Ranger Kimberly Hart in 1993, graced the screen in 138 episodes and three movies until her exit in 1995. Reflecting on her first encounter with the iconic pink spandex to Entertainment Tonight last year, she said: "I think at the time it was like, 'Oh my God! I'm gonna be wearing pink spandex on national television. What have I gotten myself into?'," Bleeding Cool reported. Her character eventually left the show after passing on her powers to the new pink ranger, Katherine Hillard, though Amy did make a few special returns. Nowadays, Amy's life might not involve morphin' battles, but it's certainly full of action. She's made her mark on TV series such as ER, Felicity, and Flashpoint, and has ventured into directing with short films like Bent in 2013 and Lines in 2014. Her directorial debut for a feature film came with The Space Between in 2016, followed by the dark comedy Tammy's Always Dying in 2019. On top of her acting and directing pursuits, she's also a singer-songwriter, having released an EP titled Still Here just last year. In a nostalgic nod to the past, Netflix dropped a special Power Rangers reunion episode in 2023, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once and Always, bringing back fan-favourite characters from the franchise's three-decade legacy. However, Amy was noticeably absent from the line-up, reports the Mirror US. Despite rumours suggesting she declined the offer due to financial disagreements, she insisted this wasn't true. On X, formerly Twitter, she said: "Please stop saying I didn't do reunion because of money Simply not true. Maybe I just didn't want to wear spandex in my couldn't go to NZ for a month. Or none of ur beeswax." She also mentioned that both she and the late Jason David Frank, known for his role as the White Ranger, who died in November 2022, chose not to participate "for our own reasons". Earlier in the year, she had already tackled similar speculation, stating: "For the record I never said no... I just didn't say yes to what was offered. But other fun stuff is in-store!". Despite stepping away from the on-screen action, Amy did make a comeback to the Power Rangers universe later in the year, albeit through a different medium. She penned a four-part comic book series called Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Return, which she described as a "heartfelt love letter" to the dedicated fanbase. She continues to engage with enthusiasts at conventions, sharing experiences from her days donning the iconic pink suit. Reflecting on her impact as a childhood hero to many, she expressed a newfound appreciation, saying: "I didn't understand what Kimberly represented until more recently." She added: "Kimberly wasn't Amy Jo, but it's really cool to have played a character that inspired so many girls in that way. It's probably one of the biggest blessings in my life."
Edinburgh Live
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Power Rangers' Kimberly actress Amy Jo Johnson's life now and why she'll never return
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Those who spent their childhood in the '90s will undoubtedly recall the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, with their vibrant costumes and thrilling confrontations with villains like Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd. Amy Jo Johnson graced our screens as the original Pink Ranger Kimberly Hart in 1993, featuring in 138 episodes and three movies until her departure in 1995. Reflecting on her first glimpse of the iconic pink spandex with Entertainment Tonight, she said: "I think at the time it was like, 'Oh my God! I'm gonna be wearing pink spandex on national television'," Bleeding Cool reported. "'What have I gotten myself into?'" Her character eventually passed on her powers to Zordon's new recruit, Katherine Hillard, though Amy did make a few special returns to the show. Nowadays, Amy's life may not involve morphin' battles, but she's just as busy. She's made appearances in hit series such as ER, Felicity, and Flashpoint, and has explored directing with short films like Bent and Lines. Her directorial debut in feature films came with The Space Between in 2016, followed by the dark comedy Tammy's Always Dying in 2019. Additionally, she's showcased her musical talents, releasing an EP titled Still Here just last year. (Image: 1995 Ron Galella, Ltd.) In a thrilling 2023 release, Netflix brought together iconic characters from the past three decades in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once and Always. Although many familiar faces returned, Amy was noticeably absent, reports the Mirror US. Although there were rumours of a pay dispute, Amy said this wasn't true. Taking to X (previously known as Twitter), she said: "Please stop saying I didn't do reunion because of money Simply not true. Maybe I just didn't want to wear spandex in my couldn't go to NZ for a month. Or none of ur beeswax." She also revealed that she and the late White Ranger actor Jason David Frank independently chose not to participate "for our own reasons". Earlier that year, she had responded to similar speculation, remarking: "For the record I never said no... I just didn't say yes to what was offered. But other fun stuff is in-store!" (Image: Getty Images) Nonetheless, Amy embraced the Power Rangers legacy from another angle, penning a four-part comic series called Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Return, which she hailed as a "heartfelt love letter" to supporters. A familiar figure at conventions, Amy continues to engage with enthusiasts, reflecting on her impact as the original Pink Ranger. With a reflective view on her influence, she said: "I didn't understand what Kimberly represented until more recently." She added: "Kimberly wasn't Amy Jo, but it's really cool to have played a character that inspired so many girls in that way. It's probably one of the biggest blessings in my life."
Daily Record
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Power Rangers Kimberley's life now from very different career to future comeback
Amy Jo Johnson played the Pink Power Ranger, Kimberley Hart, in the first series of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers in the 1990s - but has since turned away from the superhero show For those who grew up in the '90s, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers was an essential part of childhood. The adventures of the multicoloured superheroes and their thrilling confrontations with villains like Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd had youngsters glued to the TV. Amy Jo Johnson graced our screens as the original pink ranger Kimberly Hart when the show first aired in 1993, appearing in 138 episodes and three films until her departure in 1995. Reflecting on her iconic role with Entertainment Tonight last year, she recounted the first time she laid eyes on her legendary costume. "I think at the time it was like, 'Oh my God! I'm gonna be wearing pink spandex on national television'," Bleeding Cool reported. "'What have I gotten myself into?'" Her character's journey ended when Kimberly handed over her ranger duties to new recruit, Katherine Hillard. Amy has since led a vibrant but less action-packed life. Her acting career continued with appearances in series such as ER, Felicity, and Flashpoint, and she transitioned into directing, debuting short films like Bent in 2013 and Lines in 2014. Her directorial prowess expanded with The Space Between in 2016 and the dark comedy Tammy's Always Dying three years later. Amy's creative talents extend into music; she's a singer-songwriter who released an EP called Still Here last year, reports the Mirror US. In 2023, Netflix premiered a special Power Rangers reunion episode called Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once and Always, which celebrated the show's storied 30-year legacy and featured several original characters. However, notably absent was Amy. Although there were rumours she had declined participation over financial disputes, she disputed these claims. Addressing the speculation on X, formerly Twitter, she said: "Please stop saying I didn't do reunion because of money Simply not true. Maybe I just didn't want to wear spandex in my couldn't go to NZ for a month. Or none of ur beeswax." She shared that both she and the late White Ranger actor Jason David Frank, who passed away in November 2022, chose not to return "for our own reasons". She had earlier deflected similar conjectures that year by stating: "For the record I never said no... I just didn't say yes to what was offered. But other fun stuff is in-store!" Despite stepping away from her Power Ranger roots on screen, Amy did make a comeback by penning a four-part comic series entitled Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Return, which she described as a "heartfelt love letter" to fans. Additionally, she continues to engage with enthusiasts at conventions, recalling her renowned tenure in the pink ranger suit. Reflecting on her impact, she acknowledged: "I didn't understand what Kimberly represented until more recently." She added: "Kimberly wasn't Amy Jo, but it's really cool to have played a character that inspired so many girls in that way. It's probably one of the biggest blessings in my life."
