Batman is one of the most popular comic book characters of all time. In addition to becoming an emblem for DC Comics, he is also one of the characters with the greatest number of adaptations on the big screen, just like the small one, whether in live-action or as animation.
Without a doubt, one of the most remembered versions of the Caped Crusader is the one from Adam West, who brought Bruce Wayne to life in the iconic 60s series, which followed his adventures as the Gotham City hero in a fun and familiar tone, with an aesthetic typical of the time.
Recently, DC fans have taken to Twitter to determine which actor has portrayed the best version of Batman. Amid the debate, the name of West appeared among the trending topics, with many remembering with love and respect his work with the character.
Here are some of the tweets:
The Future of Batman
Whether West, Keaton, Bale or any other actor is the best, the Batman franchise is far from over. This means we’ll still meet new actors playing the character, and in the near future, there will be at least two.
While Robert Pattinson will continue to play Matt Reeves’ version of The Dark Knight in The Batman 2, which will arrive in theaters in 2025, James Gunn will also introduce a new Bruce Wayne. Batman: The Brave and the Bold, the official introduction of the character to the new DCU, will not only bring a new Batman but also feature Damien Wayne, Bruce’s son and a popular iteration of Robin.
There is still no news about who will play Batman for the DC Studios' main storyline, but Gunn has assured fans that it will not be Ben Affleck, who played the part for Zack Snyder’s universe. Michael Keaton will also reportedly be making a comeback as the hero in The Flash, the long-awaited solo movie of Ezra Miller’s Barry Allen, which will work as a reboot for the old canon and establish a new one.
All these versions of the character can still co-exist, considering the concept of the multiverse and how heroes like The Scarlet Speedster can travel from one reality to another, so we might get to see them again in the future, even if it’s just for a cameo or as an Easter egg.