James Gunn has recently confirmed the advancement of his rebooted DC Universe, which kicked off with the release of Creature Commandos season 1. The momentum continues with the upcoming releases of Superman in July and Peacemaker season 2 in August. Among the projects in development is Clayface, penned by Mike Flanagan and currently in negotiation with James Watkins as director. Speculation about casting for the main role has been rampant, with Daniel Radcliffe’s name frequently mentioned.
Following updates from the studio head on the franchise’s future, a fan inquired on Threads about the possibility of Radcliffe being cast in the Clayface movie. Gunn promptly clarified, stating that casting discussions have not started for the movie and they have not approached the Harry Potter star, although he did praise Radcliffe as “great”. Below is Gunn’s post:
Post by @jamesgunnView on Threads
What This Clarification On Daniel Radcliffe’s Casting Means For The DCU
Clayface Is Still In The Very Early Stages
Radcliffe’s association with a superhero role isn’t new; he was once rumored to play a variant of Wolverine in Deadpool & Wolverine before Hugh Jackman was confirmed to return for the role in 2024. Radcliffe had previously expressed reservations about joining a major franchise unless he was emotionally committed.
Gunn has repeatedly stated that the Clayface movie is still in preliminary stages, and casting for the iconic Batman villain is yet to begin. While James Watkins is still considered for the directorial role, the final decision has not been made. It is also unclear if there are further plans for the character beyond this film, but it’s evident that Gunn will likely have significant input on casting choices.
Although Radcliffe may not be in the running for Clayface, his potential involvement in the DCU isn’t off the table. The universe is still expanding, and there could be various roles that he might fill, either in a leading capacity or a supporting one that could evolve over time. Additionally, alternative versions of Clayface or other characters could be an option for Radcliffe in future DCU projects.
Could Radcliffe Still Be Considered Once The Casting Process Begins?
An Early Debunking Could Be A Problem
Given that the movie is still in its developmental phase, Radcliffe’s casting remains a possibility. However, the early dismissal of these rumors could influence Gunn and Watkins’ decision-making process. They might prefer to keep casting options open or surprise audiences, potentially saving Radcliffe for another role within the franchise to cast someone unexpected as Clayface.
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