Stephen Amell Says Warner Bros. Killed the Chance of a ‘Green Arrow’ Movie

As a hardcore gamer who has witnessed the rise and fall of many gaming universes, I can’t help but feel a pang of nostalgia when reminiscing about the Arrowverse. It was a beacon of hope before the DC(E)U took over, with Arrow, starring Stephen Amell as Green Arrow, setting the stage for what was to come. The Arrowverse, and especially Arrow, held a special place in my heart, much like how Oliver Queen held a special place in Star City.


The Arrowverse served as a precursor to the current DC Universe. It was a unified television realm that linked multiple series, with “Arrow” (centered around Green Arrow) being the series that ignited this universe. Afterward, numerous hit superhero shows were produced, and the franchise gained immense popularity, particularly “Arrow” and “The Flash”.

Regarding Oliver Queen, it was Stephen Amell who portrayed him in what many consider to be his most significant and memorable role. At one time, Amell’s character became extremely popular among fans, leading them to request a standalone film and even petition for his integration into the main DC Extended Universe (DCEU). Such an event would have marked a significant milestone in the expansion of the universe’s storyline.

But nothing happened, as you know, and the Arrowverse chapter has since been closed, with the DCU moving in a different direction. In a recent interview, though, Stephen Amell confirmed that he would like to see a revival of Arrow, but also that a Green Arrow movie was pitched to Warner Bros. Keep reading to find out what happened!

After a hiatus from the Arrowverse, it seems Stephen Amell is ready to talk again, sparked by a minor controversy surrounding his recent remarks about his character and the series as a whole. Let’s dive into what he has to say!

As a gamer, I’m really pumped about the chat Stephen Amell had with ComicBook.com, where he spilled some juicy details. One of those tidbits was about a potential Arrow comeback, and guess what? He’s all for it! But here’s the twist – he wants to make it grittier and more sophisticated than before.

“I was joking, but it would be exciting to revisit a project that allows for more mature content. Maybe something along the lines of a grittier, adult-oriented version of ‘Arrow’, with more intense action and strong language.

Source: ComicBook.com

Additionally, he was questioned regarding potential plans for a Green Arrow film where he’d return to his character. Interestingly, Amell disclosed that an idea was proposed to Warner Bros., however, the concept was swiftly dismissed by them.

From what I gather, it appears it was halted at a production stage, possibly due to choices made out of fear.

Source: ComicBook.com

At the point in time, the DCEU wasn’t exactly thriving, and it seems plausible that Amell believes the executives were too timid to take a chance on an Arrow film. If Warner Bros. decides to comment on this, we will be sure to share the updates with you promptly.

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2024-09-18 18:13