Chris Pratt DCU Role? James Gunn Reveals Casting Plans
The potential for a Chris Pratt DCU role is generating significant buzz as James Gunn, head of DC Studios, openly discusses the possibility of casting the Marvel star in the DC Universe. Gunn, who previously collaborated with Pratt on the successful Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy, has expressed interest in finding a suitable role for his friend and frequent collaborator.
Gunn, now steering the DCU ship, has confirmed he's "always looking for stuff" that could be a good fit for Pratt, hinting at a potential DCU character. Given their close working relationship and friendship, it seems likely that Gunn is actively considering how Pratt could contribute to the evolving DC Universe.
Gunn noted to ComicBook that Pratt, along with Pom Klementieff (Mantis in GotG) and Michael Rooker (Yondu), are among his closest friends, stating, "Listen, Chris Pratt still one of my closest friends in the world and I am always looking for something for him. But also … the others, too. I mean he and Pom [Klementieff] are the ones that I see the most, and I’m the closest with and [Michael] Rooker. So I’m always looking for stuff.”
The Likelihood of a Chris Pratt DCU Role
It's important to note that Gunn has already brought several actors from the Marvel Cinematic Universe into the DCU fold. Pom Klementieff and Michael Rooker will voice characters in *Superman*, and Bradley Cooper is slated for an undisclosed role. Nathan Fillion is set to play Guy Gardner, and Sean Gunn will portray G.I. Robot and Maxwell Lord. This trend suggests that the likelihood of seeing Chris Pratt in the DCU is quite high.
Considering the numerous projects in development within the DCU's "Gods and Monsters" chapter, the opportunities for familiar MCU faces to appear are plentiful. Sean Gunn and Michael Rooker have already taken on multiple DC roles, so it wouldn't be surprising to see Chris Pratt also take on more than one.
Potential DCU Characters for Chris Pratt
Predicting a specific Chris Pratt DCU role is challenging, but there are several possibilities. With projects like the *Booster Gold* series and other cosmic or time-traveling stories in development, characters such as Booster Gold himself, Adam Strange, or even Ted Kord (Blue Beetle) could be a good fit for Pratt's comedic talents. These roles offer a blend of humor and heart, reminiscent of his portrayal of Star-Lord.
However, Pratt's talents extend beyond comedy. He has demonstrated his dramatic abilities in films like *The Tomorrow War* and *Jurassic World*, suggesting he could excel in more serious or complex DC characters. What if he were cast as Captain Atom, Jonah Hex, or even Catman?
Whether Gunn chooses a comedic or dramatic role, the possibilities for Chris Pratt within the DCU are vast and exciting. The casting choice will undoubtedly be a subject of much speculation and anticipation among fans.
The Future of Chris Pratt in the DCU
The prospect of a Chris Pratt DCU role is certainly intriguing. James Gunn's openness to the idea, coupled with Pratt's versatile acting skills, suggests that it is only a matter of time before we see him join the DC Universe. What kind of character will he play? Only time will tell, but fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement.