Reacher actor Alan Ritchson has been the subject of Batman fan casting as of late, as we wait for the next Batman casting news. And when Gunn was a guest on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, he was naturally asked about his thoughts on the pick for the Caped Crusader. In his words:

James Gunn recently addressed the growing fan speculation surrounding Alan Ritchson as a potential candidate for the DCU ’s Batman. In a new interview, he commented on the casting rumors, shared his personal view of Ritchson, and offered a measured response that sparked further interest in the Reacher star’s connection to the role.