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TheDC Universehas the opportunity to put forth the first major movie incarnation of many surprisingly integral character from the comic strip , with mess of untapped Hollywood endowment to choose from in terms of representation . Despite a long history of blockbuster pic , DC Comics have still never get around to grant solo movies to some of their most crucial and popular heroes . James Gunn ’s nascent DC Universe has the chance to finally rectify this misunderstanding , clear being willing to put audiences on to the more unknown story of the dealership , such asCreature Commandos .
Some of DC ’s most significant type , such as Batman and Damian Wayne ’s Robin , have still yet to be cast in the DCU as of the clock time of written material . Of theactors that are affirm for the DCU , there are an eclectic mix of take back stars from holdover properties such as John Cena ’s Peacemaker , frequent James Gunn collaborators like Nathan Fillion , and comparative unknowns such as David Corenswet . However , James Gunn has proved that he valuate how well a given player fit their theatrical role most of all , intend it would be every bit likely for him to rope in big names or more underground performers .
10John Boyega
As John Stewart’s Green Lantern
Few core Justice League members have gotten the short end of the cinematic joint like John Stewart ’s embodiment of Green Lantern . The architect turned marine turn intergalactic peacekeeper is one of the most compelling characters to have ever put on the Green Lantern mob , but has been eschewed in favor of Hal Jordan sentence and time again . John Boyega deserves similar buyback for his efforts in theStar Warsprequels andPacific Rim Uprising . For all the problem those films had , Boyega ’s performances were a infield in the rasping , and the British actor deserves another shooter at a in the lead sci - fi role .
9Jason Momoa
As Lobo
Having contributed his Aquaman to the DCEU already , rumors ofJason Momoa fall in the DCUas a new character have been swirling for some time now . Of the most famous DC fiber that have yet to see a live - action depiction , Momoa would be an absolute shoo - in for the role of Lobo . The histrion could easily collar the savage looks , sense of witticism , and animalism of the alien bounty - hunting anti - hero , and Momoa himself has already verbalize interestingness in the role , and the range - wielding crook would add himself dead to James Gunn ’s dark sense of sense of humor .
8Zazie Beetz
Vixen
A reprehensively underrate superheroine in the Justice League , Vixen would be a welcome sight to the theatrical DC mythos . Thanks to her connection to the wanderer God Anansi , Vixen has the ability to transfer the primordial force known as " The Red " , connecting all brute aliveness on the major planet , through a magical totem , allowing her to mime the ability of the animal realm . Zazie Beetz is no stranger to superhero activeness , having already played Domino inDeadpool 2and Amber in Invincible , and certainly has the charm to convincingly portray Vixen ’s secret identity as a model .
7Chiwetel Ejiofor
As Martian Manhunter
Frequently regulated to supporting dramatis personae member for the Justice League as a whole , it ’s rare that Martian Manhunter gets the spotlight in any medium , permit alone an animated movie . The snug the alien paladin has come to a solo picture show is a cameo inZack Snyder ’s Justice League , played by Harry Lennix . However , Chiwetel Ejiofor would be an excellent option for a true attempt at bringing J’onn J’onzz to life . His distinctive , dignified representative , late experience as Baron Mordo in theDoctor Strangemovies , and telling act reach would all be crucial to portraying the pensive and often misunderstood Martian Manhunter .
6Jared Padalecki
As Nightwing
The DCU ’s premiere Batman movie , Batman : The Brave & The Bold , promises to finally contribute the Bat - Family to the big screen , a crucial aspect of The Dark Knight ’s mythos that seldom gets good theatrical histrionics . Considering Damian Wayne will be Robin in the forthcoming movie , a Jared Padalecki Nightwing solo motion picture would n’t be out of the land of possibleness . Padalecki ’s charisma and detective study in the long - runningSupernaturalTV serial would translate famously to a solo Nightwing film set in Gotham ’s lesser - known sister metropolis , Bludhaven .
5Simu Liu
As Ryan Choi’s Atom
Several different names have taken up the drapery of The Atom in DC Comics over the years , but Ryan Choi is perhaps the single most compelling . like to Marvel ’s shrinking champion , Ant - Man , an Atom movie could focus on around the gifted scientist Ryan Choi taking up the chimneypiece of the role from a retired Ray Palmer . To cast Ryan Choi , the DCU would have to look no further than Simu Liu , who has been lamentably underused by the MCU ever since his captivating operation as Shang - Chi . WhileLiu is currently harbour an hurt , the DCU would be wise to welcome him .
4Austin Butler
As Green Arrow
Despite being the boldness of a long - running CW drama that went on to spawnan entire television receiver universenamed after him , Green Arrow has somehow never made it onto the braggart sieve , allow alone as a solo number . James Gunn would be sassy to rectify this with a solo Green Arrow movie , and few candidates stand out for Oliver Queen quite like Austin Butler . Having the rare power to pull off the archer ’s trademark blonde facial hair would instantly set him apart from the closely - cut Arrowverse translation , and Butler ’s Oscar - nominated public presentation inElvisproves he has personal appeal to part with .
3Alexandra Daddario
As Zatanna
Much like the originalDoctor Strangedid for the MCU , a Zatanna solo movie could put in the arcane into the fold of the DCU ahead of time on . hail from a long lineage of the as if by magic - gifted subspecies , gay magus , Zatanna ’s dual life as a level performing artist and superheroine could be magnificently portrayed by Alexandra Daddario . Not only is Daddario a dead ringer for Zatanna , but her extensive repugnance experience in productions likeAmerican Horror StoryandTexas Chainsaw 3Dwould impart itself well to the more skittish supernatural force face by the character .
2Trevante Rhodes
As Cyborg
Ray Fisher ’s Cyborg never quite get the hazard to shine in the DCEU , and the cybernetic Justice League staple merit a solo pic that represent what puddle him so great . As good as Fisher ’s performance was , Trevante Rhodes has the potential to be even better as a fresh incarnation of Cyborg . Not only does Rhodes ' powerful carrying into action in the Academy Award - winningMoonlightmake him almost overqualified for the DCU , but his account as a rails star and run back is perfect for channel Victor Stone ’s gymnastic side .
1Naomi Scott
As Hawkgirl
Thanks to the animate seriesJustice League Unlimited , there was a time when Hawkgirl was the iconic DC squad ’s second - most iconic female member , just behind Wonder Woman . Few actresses have had a more telling batting order of female pop - acculturation picture than Naomi Scott , who has had the pleasure of fiddle the Pink Ranger inPower Rangers , Princess Jasmine in the live - actionAladdin , and one ofCharlie ’s Angels , to the boot . TheDCUhas understandably already attest a dedication to the lesser - know heroes of DC ’s catalog , and Naomi Scott as Hawkgirl could be a perfect inclusion .
