Justice League Movie in 2009? Reynolds as Flash?

by FakeTrout, filed in Comics, Movies on Aug.21, 2007

A couple years back, Screenwriter David Goyer was getting ready to go on a movie based on the DC hero The Flash, and he made no mystery that he wasn’t Ryan Reynolds in the role. Then the movie died. Joss Whedon’s Wonder Woman isn’t happening either. Batman rolls on into the Dark Knight, and Superman is still tenatively scheduled to return again as Man Of Steel in 2009.
IESB reports that Warner Bros execs are gassed about a Justice League script they got and want to put it into production as early as next spring fro a 2009 release…

Our sources have confirmed earlier reports that the Justice League of America film will consist of at least Superman (Clark Kent), Batman (Bruce Wayne), Wonder Woman (Princess Diana), The Flash (Barry Allen), Aquaman and the Green Lantern (John Stewart) and will follow the OMAC storyline and also feature Maxwell Lord.
Within a few weeks, George Miller should be confirmed as the director and casting should commence immediately. The priority for the studio will have to be to figure out what they are doing with Superman and Batman.

I bolded that last part because its important. I don’t know if Batman or Superman as a franchise can survive with a JLA movie. I don’t know if Nolan & Goyer’s Batman would even work in this movie. And recasting Batman would be as big a mistake as keeping him and changing his character.
Fueling speculation is Ryan Reynolds dodging Flash questions. Why would he talk at all unless he was either already signed or seriously being considered for the role?

Personally I’d leave Batman and Superman out of it. If they’re so gung ho to get a League movie going, lets get Giffen and DeMatteis on it and make a Justice League Detroit or Justice League International movie.

Tags: Batman, DC, Justice League, Superman

Josh

My personal beef with having the Trinity in the League aside, I think they should keep the Trinity out of the League. They’re all established enough characters that they can have solo movies and do quite well, even in bad movies (Superman, I’m looking at you). Nolan’s Batman has no place in the League and by trying to shoehorn him in there it’s only going to hurt the Bat franchise. Even though it’ll never happen, I’m all for the Super Buddies. Though even that would be a hard movie to pull off. I’m very skeptical of having a high profile team like the League done since we’ve yet to see a good team-based superhero flick (The Incredibles does not count).

And Detroit League? Boo-urns.
Josh

My personal beef with having the Trinity in the League aside, I think they should keep the Trinity out of the League. They’re all established enough characters that they can have solo movies and do quite well, even in bad movies (Superman, I’m looking at you). Nolan’s Batman has no place in the League and by trying to shoehorn him in there it’s only going to hurt the Bat franchise. Even though it’ll never happen, I’m all for the Super Buddies. Though even that would be a hard movie to pull off. I’m very skeptical of having a high profile team like the League done since we’ve yet to see a good team-based superhero flick (The Incredibles does not count).

And Detroit League? Boo-urns.
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Just making sure people are paying attention.
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Just making sure people are paying attention.
Nick

All sounds great but not Jon Stewart. Hal Jordan is the one and only Green Lantern.
Nick

All sounds great but not Jon Stewart. Hal Jordan is the one and only Green Lantern.
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Hal Jordan isn’t the only GL. Heck, he isn’t even the first! Face it, John, Guy, Kyle, and Alan are just as worthy of being in the League.
http://powet.tv Zac Shipley

Hal Jordan isn’t the only GL. Heck, he isn’t even the first! Face it, John, Guy, Kyle, and Alan are just as worthy of being in the League.
Josh

“All sounds great but not Jon Stewart. Hal Jordan is the one and only Green Lantern.”

Yeah, remember that time he went crazy and killed everyone? Hal is totally bitchin’!

Admittedly, I’m not a huge Stewart fan. I think he makes really cool constructs and I think there’s potential for a great character there, but he’s just written so flatly that I never find myself caring about him. I like Hal. I also like Alan, Guy, and Kyle. To proclaim one to be the “one and only” Lantern is ignorant and downright fanboyish. Especially since the Lanterns are a group comprised of countless ring bearers. Hence the name ‘Green Lantern Corps.
Josh

“All sounds great but not Jon Stewart. Hal Jordan is the one and only Green Lantern.”

Yeah, remember that time he went crazy and killed everyone? Hal is totally bitchin’!

Admittedly, I’m not a huge Stewart fan. I think he makes really cool constructs and I think there’s potential for a great character there, but he’s just written so flatly that I never find myself caring about him. I like Hal. I also like Alan, Guy, and Kyle. To proclaim one to be the “one and only” Lantern is ignorant and downright fanboyish. Especially since the Lanterns are a group comprised of countless ring bearers. Hence the name ‘Green Lantern Corps.
Troy Morris

Im glad the movie is finally being takin seriously. Marvel has been making it’s big push for a very long time now. IT’s time for DC to do something besides Superman and Batman. I understand the reason that Bale cant be Batman. I would love to see Routh or Welling as Superman.

IF there were not Superman or Batman in the movie, I would like to see SUperman replaced by Captain Marvel and Batman replaced by Hawkgirl. Superman and Batman would be my first choice.

Cant wait
Troy Morris

Im glad the movie is finally being takin seriously. Marvel has been making it’s big push for a very long time now. IT’s time for DC to do something besides Superman and Batman. I understand the reason that Bale cant be Batman. I would love to see Routh or Welling as Superman.

IF there were not Superman or Batman in the movie, I would like to see SUperman replaced by Captain Marvel and Batman replaced by Hawkgirl. Superman and Batman would be my first choice.

Cant wait
kal

i think that jon stewart is a stupid bitch, the pnly and great lantern is hal jordan, fuck of with the others
kal

i think that jon stewart is a stupid bitch, the pnly and great lantern is hal jordan, fuck of with the others
http://powet.tv/ Zac Shipley

Jon Stewart is the host of The Daily Show.
http://powet.tv Zac Shipley

Jon Stewart is the host of The Daily Show.
kal

sorry but y dont like that programs and less the afro american lanter
GO ON HAL JORDAN!!!!!!!!!!
kal

sorry but y dont like that programs and less the afro american lanter
GO ON HAL JORDAN!!!!!!!!!!
Ed Sult

Tom Welling as Superman ? {Good choice} Green Arrow would be a good replacement for Batman . Captain Marvel maybe but if I recall from the comics Sup and Marvel didnt mix so well at first,not so sure if thats a great mix for first movie . Green Lanterns are all ok ,but I like the newer Kyle better then the Hal however I can see how the movie may need a black Hero on the team to appeal to the masses. This movie could be great with lots of action and good story line and little origins.
Ed Sult

Tom Welling as Superman ? {Good choice} Green Arrow would be a good replacement for Batman . Captain Marvel maybe but if I recall from the comics Sup and Marvel didnt mix so well at first,not so sure if thats a great mix for first movie . Green Lanterns are all ok ,but I like the newer Kyle better then the Hal however I can see how the movie may need a black Hero on the team to appeal to the masses. This movie could be great with lots of action and good story line and little origins.
Troy Morris

Any new news on the cast? I still would like to see Tom or Brandon as Superman. This would elimiate the confusion of having “#” Supermen.

Welling is a suitable ”younger” Superman to Routh’s ‘young adult’ Superman. People often leave out the fact that Superman isnt getting old any time soon. He doesnt age with the rest of the humans.

I just think a third Superman in the same generation is NOT a good idea. WB should simply PAY either of the “TWO” what it’s worth and get the thing done. We can live without Bale as Batman. He’s, BY FAR, the BEST EVER Batman. However, we will not see much of Bruce Wayne in a JL movie anyway.

I keep hearing that there will now be 7, instead of the original six. I hear Martian Manhunter will be there. I would like to see another female on the team, either Hawkgirl or Black Canary.

Nuff 4 now
Troy Morris

Any new news on the cast? I still would like to see Tom or Brandon as Superman. This would elimiate the confusion of having “#” Supermen.

Welling is a suitable ”younger” Superman to Routh’s ‘young adult’ Superman. People often leave out the fact that Superman isnt getting old any time soon. He doesnt age with the rest of the humans.

I just think a third Superman in the same generation is NOT a good idea. WB should simply PAY either of the “TWO” what it’s worth and get the thing done. We can live without Bale as Batman. He’s, BY FAR, the BEST EVER Batman. However, we will not see much of Bruce Wayne in a JL movie anyway.

I keep hearing that there will now be 7, instead of the original six. I hear Martian Manhunter will be there. I would like to see another female on the team, either Hawkgirl or Black Canary.

Nuff 4 now
Strongaman

Lets just stand back and watch. How do we know that the whole reason Smallville writers brought in charecters like, Aquaman, Green Arrow, The Flash, and even Cyborg.
Now, How do we know alot of these things aren’t tied in to JLA? We don’t. It would be Awesome to finally see Welling in the suit. Not that those other actors didn’t do great jobs on television, but I think Ryan Reynolds as the Flash is great. Another thing is, to argue about what or what Green Lantern will be. Just be glad one will appear in the film.
Dragonzord

i agree with the whole “no bale” thing. A new, younger actor should play this Batman. Welling should definitely be superman as we’ll never see him in suit on Smallville. 3 sup’s would just be too much, so welling is the man.
I’m happy with either Adam Brody or Ryan Reynolds as flash, both have that sarcastic underlying humor which would be good comic relief.
Dragonzord

i agree with the whole “no bale” thing. A new, younger actor should play this Batman. Welling should definitely be superman as we’ll never see him in suit on Smallville. 3 sup’s would just be too much, so welling is the man.
I’m happy with either Adam Brody or Ryan Reynolds as flash, both have that sarcastic underlying humor which would be good comic relief.
Strongaman

Lets just stand back and watch. How do we know that the whole reason Smallville writers brought in charecters like, Aquaman, Green Arrow, The Flash, and even Cyborg.
Now, How do we know alot of these things aren't tied in to JLA? We don't. It would be Awesome to finally see Welling in the suit. Not that those other actors didn't do great jobs on television, but I think Ryan Reynolds as the Flash is great. Another thing is, to argue about what or what Green Lantern will be. Just be glad one will appear in the film.

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