Was Patrick Schwarzenegger nearly our Superman? The Gen V star breaks down how shut he was to becoming a member of the DC Universe’s inaugural movie.
There was one factor on everybody’s thoughts when Gen V first hit the airwaves: Patrick Schwarzenegger was born to play a superhero. Whereas the actor had a relatively small position in The Boys spin-off, nearly everybody agreed that he wanted a much bigger position in some type of superhero challenge. And with the DC Universe hurtling towards a reboot with Superman, many noticed that as the right alternative for him to slap on a brand new pair of tights.
Dozens of roles had been thrown out as the most effective match for Patrick Schwarzenegger, with maybe the most well-liked being the position of Hal Jordan (now performed by Kyle Chandler). Nonetheless, plainly the Gen V star had greater ambitions within the DC Universe. When talking throughout a current episode of the Pleased Unhappy Confused podcast, Schwarzenegger revealed that he really auditioned for the main position of Superman…even when he didn’t get very far!
“I’ve solely auditioned for, I believe, like two superheroes. I believe it was actually Homelander, after which I believe it was Golden Boy, and Superman. These are the three I’ve auditioned for.” He defined earlier than clarifying “No, I don’t suppose I acquired any suggestions [on Superman]. I believe it was like, ‘No, not for you’”
Who Might Patrick Schwarzenegger Play In The DC Universe?
Whereas it’s a disgrace that Patrick Schwarzenegger’s audition for Superman could not have gone in addition to he’d hoped, that doesn’t imply he’s out of competition for the DC Universe. As acknowledged earlier than, followers have had a bevvy of concepts of who the Gen V star may play on the large display screen. Together with Inexperienced Lantern and Superman, Schwarzenegger has additionally been floated for roles like The Flash and Aquaman after they lastly make their return to the silver display screen.
Although Patrick Schwarzenegger hasn’t solely been urged to play large names within the DC Universe. The actor’s position in Gen V made him one of many high picks to play Booster Gold within the eyes of many followers. He’s additionally been fancast to play The Physician in The Authority, given one of many member’s of the workforce is already set to look in Superman. Although given how younger he’s, it’s solely a matter of time till he finds himself in a pair of spandex!
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