Fans are buzzing with a new theory about what role Alan Ritchson might play in the DC Universe, and it seems to be gaining more traction than the popular idea of him as Batman. Given his background in action and superhero projects, many believe Ritchson would be a great fit for a DCU role, and he’s even said he’d be interested in joining the universe.
This fan casting has sparked a lot of debate, particularly regarding who would be the perfect Batman for the new DC Universe. It’s actually become more contentious now that the DCU is really getting started, because there are so many different ways to envision the franchise and what Batman’s role will be within it.
While many fans have suggested roles for Alan Ritchson in comic book adaptations, another possibility might actually be a better fit – both for him and for the DC Universe. This alternative role aligns well with his previous work, but would allow him more freedom and avoid the potential controversy surrounding his casting as Batman.
The Other Major Theory About Alan Ritchson’s DC Universe Role Could Be A More Universally Appreciated Casting
Despite ongoing speculation that Alan Ritchson might play Batman in the new DC Universe, the actor has recently responded in a manner suggesting he won’t be taking on the role.
So, I was listening to Josh Horowitz’s ‘Happy, Sad, Confused’ podcast, and they were asking me about potentially playing Batman in a DC franchise. Honestly, I have pretty firm boundaries when it comes to what roles I’ll accept, and it sounds like this one might not be the right fit for me. They actually asked if I was being considered for the Batman role, and I basically confirmed that wasn’t happening.
The future is full of potential, and we can achieve anything we set our minds to.
This development has fueled speculation that the actor is being considered for another role in the DC Universe. Many fans believe this points towards him potentially playing Orion, the son of the DC villain Darkseid. In the comics, Orion was raised on the peaceful planet New Genesis as part of a truce, which shaped him into a heroic character.
Many depictions of Orion visually resemble Alan Ritchson, and his background as a god of war aligns perfectly with Ritchson’s experience playing action heroes. While some fans are hesitant about Ritchson potentially becoming Batman in the DC Universe, casting him as Orion could be a better fit – it would give him a significant role that most people seem to support.
Orion’s DC Universe Debut Is Already Impending For The Franchise
It looks like we might see news about the Orion character in the DC Universe before an official announcement of who will play Batman. Based on what DC has revealed so far and their upcoming plans, this seems likely.
The upcoming solo Batman movie in the DC Universe, The Brave & The Bold, was originally expected by 2028, but it might be pushed back even further. This is because James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, has indicated that they don’t want to release it too soon after The Batman 2 – which itself has now been delayed until 2028.
We’ve seen several hints about the upcoming Mister Miracle animated series, which naturally should include elements of Orion given their connected stories. This show doesn’t seem to have any production problems and is likely one of the first projects for this new DC franchise. Releasing it within the next year or two would be a smart decision for the DC Universe, as it would introduce important characters like Darkseid and Highfather in this version of the story.
2026-07-24 15:57