Summary
- Nightwing's potential as a major player in the DCU surpasses the excitement of a new Batman casting.
- Dick Grayson as Nightwing offers a unique perspective on Batman's world, and his connection to the Teen Titans strengthens his chances of being in the DCU.
- Nightwing shares similarities with Spider-Man, and could become a key figure in the DCU, leading his own franchise.
I think Nightwing coming to the new DC Universe is a more exciting prospect than a new Batman being cast. Don't get me wrong, I will always be looking forward to more Batman. There is a reason behind Bruce Wayne's popularity, with the character having perhaps the biggest potential for storytelling in DC Comics. That said, there have been many live-action Batman actors over the years. Even the DCEU saw multiple stars play Batman not so long ago. While Ezra Miller's Barry Allen was the star of The Flash, that movie featured three versions of Batman.
The Flash had the DCEU Batman, Ben Affleck, and the return of past Batman movie stars Michael Keaton and George Clooney. While The Flash director Andy Muschietti will return to helm Batman's The Brave and the Bold movie, none of the actors will play Bruce Wayne. That is because the DCU will be after a new portrayal of the Dark Knight, one which includes Bruce's son, Damian Wayne, and other players of the Bat-Family. With several Batman movies and actors, the prospect of finally seeing more of the Bat-Family, and Nightwing specifically, on the big screen is very exciting.