Dave Bautista Rumored To Play Brainiac In James Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow

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A recent report suggests Dave Bautista may be considered for the role of Brainiac in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman movie. Jeff Sneider, a well-known reporter, shared this information, adding Bautista to the list of actors potentially involved in the sequel.

With Brainiac confirmed as the movie’s villain and production getting closer, discussions about who will play key roles are heating up. Dave Bautista is now among the actors being considered for a part, joining a growing list of potential cast members.

Jeff Sneider fuels the casting talk

Sources say Wilmer Valderrama is being considered to play Brainiac, but nothing is official yet. While there’s no agreement in place, the fact that his name is being discussed indicates DC Studios is still exploring different options for the character.

Bautista’s DC interest isn’t new

Dave Bautista has previously expressed interest in playing the character Bane. However, he recently stated that he now believes he’s too old for the part and doesn’t see himself as a good fit anymore.

Even though Bane is no longer being considered, Dave Bautista has mentioned he’s still eager to play another DC character and wants to collaborate with James Gunn again. This makes the current rumors particularly interesting, now that Gunn is in charge of the DC Universe.

Why Bautista as Brainiac could work

Brainiac isn’t just about brute strength; he’s known for his intellect, strategic control, and intimidating presence. Dave Bautista has shown a talent for nuanced, character-focused performances lately, making him a good fit for a Brainiac who is calculating and powerfully imposing.

Nothing is locked yet

As with the other rumored names, this is still in rumor territory.

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2025-12-14 05:31