George Clooney, known for his diverse roles, surprised DC Universe fans with a 25-year comeback as Bruce Wayne in The Flash. However, he's clarified that this reprisal was a singular event.
In 1997, Joel Schumacher's Batman & Robin featured Clooney as Bruce Wayne/Batman, a film often criticized as one of the worst superhero movies produced.
Clooney has openly criticized the film, acknowledging the screenplay's flaws and his own performance.
In a 2020 interview with Howard Stern, he candidly discussed the challenges, stating, "Akiva Goldsman — who’s won the Oscar for writing since then — he wrote the screenplay. And it’s a terrible screenplay, he’ll tell you. I’m terrible at it, I’ll tell you."
However, his unexpected return as Batman in The Flash, during a pivotal scene with Ezra Miller's Barry Allen, sparked curiosity about potential future appearances. Clooney's brief portrayal surprised audiences expecting Ben Affleck's Batman.
During the premiere of his latest directorial venture, The Boys in the Boat, Clooney was asked by The Hollywood Reporter if his return hinted at more Batman roles.
In jest, he laughed off the idea, quipping, "Oh yeah. Somehow, there weren't many requests for me to reprise my role as Batman, I don’t know why."
After his stint as the superhero, Clooney delved into directing, bringing forth The Boys in the Boat. This film narrates the inspiring true story of the 1936 University of Washington rowing team, winners of a gold medal at the Berlin Summer Olympics. Scheduled for release on December 25, the film embodies an inspirational journey beyond the superhero realm.
