The DC Universe is getting ready to unleash a new version of Jason Todd on the big screen for the first time in a while! It's exciting, as many are waiting to find out who will play this key character.
Jason Todd: The Second Robin
Jason Todd is a big deal in the DC Comics universe and he was the second person to wear the Robin costume! This rebellious character is notorious for The Joker's attack! He makes it through, transforming into the Red Hood. The newest movie, Dynamic Duo, has him teaming up with Dick Grayson! And while it's still in production it seems there is a big anticipation for who is going to step up as Jason Todd.
Casting The New Jason Todd
James Gunn is leading this new phase of DC movies! He made a statement and mentioned how they are going to try something new, using the same actors in both the animation and live-action projects, for a DC Universe experience.
Jason Todd is edgy! That means casting him is a big decision! The role needs an actor that can show these intense emotions!
Top 10 Actors For Jason Todd
There are many choices. But here are 10 names!
- Benjamin Wadsworth: Known for Deadly Class and Teen Wolf.
- Jacob Elordi: Famous from Euphoria and Saltburn.
- Curran Walters: A past Jason Todd from Titans.
- Cameron Bowen: A voice actor ( LEGO DC Super-Villains and Injustice 2).
- Dacre Montgomery: Star of Stranger Things and Power Rangers.
- Harry Collett: Known from House of the Dragon.
- Nicholas Hamilton: Played Henry Bowers in It and Maverick in The Boys.
- Aidan Gallagher: Popular for The Umbrella Academy.
- Tanner Buchanan: Known for Cobra Kai.
- KJ Apa: The star of Riverdale.
Why These Actors Are A Good Fit
This list brings to you, those with some notable skills that would work as Jason Todd.
- Wadsworth is amazing with action scenes!
- Elordi can show quiet fury.
- Walters is good with the Robin and Dick Grayson dynamic!
- Bowen has voice acting experience!
- Montgomery is great with action and edgy roles!
- Collett is an up and coming star with good leadership skills!
- Hamilton already has villain experience.
- Gallagher can show lots of complexity!
- Buchanan excels at intense fight scenes!
- Apa is a star and fans seem to think this makes a great fit!
The Future of Jason Todd
With the choice made for Jason Todd the new actor might end up showing up again!
The next time we see him? Possibly Batman: The Brave and the Bold.
Casting Jason Todd is key to this next big DC movie! Whoever makes the role their own? That could end up creating a huge impact for years to come! The many options are something that fans really are paying attention to. It's hard to make a guess but only time will tell.
