Robert Pattinson Defers on Fan Casting for the Joker Following Viral Success in A24's Primetime
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Robert Pattinson's intense performance in A24's Primetime has fans dreaming of a Joker casting, but the actor insists on keeping the role for Barry Keoghan as he prepares to return in The Batman sequel.
Robert Pattinson is currently dominating the internet with his gripping performance as Chris Hansen in A24's Primetime. IGN South Africa recently highlighted how the actor is setting screens ablaze with a paranoid and chilling portrayal that has gone viral across TikTok and X. Naturally, this intense energy has led fans to wonder what a generational Robert Pattinson Joker might look like in James Gunn's broader DC cinematic universe.
Social media has been flooded with hypothetical casting calls and memes, with many fans jokingly wishing the actor could play both sides of the coin. However, when Entertainment Weekly brought up these fan demands in a recent interview, Pattinson quickly shut down the idea out of respect for his fellow actors. He humbly deferred the role to Barry Keoghan, who currently occupies the iconic villain spot in Matt Reeves' Gotham universe.
Pattinson praised Keoghan as a phenomenal actor and recalled how much fun they had filming their shared deleted scene in 2022's The Batman. For now, players and movie buffs alike can rest easy knowing Pattinson is firmly locked into his role as the Dark Knight. Production is already underway for his return to the cape and cowl in February 2028, promising an upgraded suit and a totally different narrative direction for Bruce Wayne.
Tags: Gaming Culture, Movies, DC Universe, Entertainment
Original article: IGN South Africa