• Pop Culture
    • Movies
    • Television
    • Comic Books
    • Video Games
    • Toys & Collectibles
  • Features
    • News
    • Reviews
    • Articles and Opinions
    • Interviews
    • Exclusives
    • Flickering Myth Films
    • FMTV
  • About
    • About Flickering Myth
    • Write for Flickering Myth
    • Advertise on Flickering Myth
  • Socials
    • Facebook
    • YouTube
    • Bluesky
    • Instagram
    • Flipboard
    • Linktree
    • X
  • Terms
    • Terms of Use
    • Privacy Policy

Flickering Myth

Geek Culture | Movies, TV, Comic Books & Video Games

  • News
  • Reviews
  • Articles & Opinions
  • Write for Us
  • The Baby in the Basket

Rumour: Jon Hamm in contention to replace Ben Affleck in The Batman

December 9, 2017 by Gary Collinson

Ben Affleck’s time as Batman has been the subject of much speculation since the release of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, with frequent conflicting reports regarding his continued involvement with the DC Extended Universe.

He was of course originally attached to write and direct the planned solo movie The Batman, before stepping down and handing over the reins to Matt Reeves (War for the Planet of the Apes), who is now said to be planning a new trilogy.

While the official line has always been that Affleck will remain in the cape and cowl going forward, the actor recently revealed that he is “contemplating” the solo movie, but is looking to “segue out of the role” in the near future, prompting rumours that Jake Gyllenhaal (Stronger) is being lined up as his replacement.

Well, following yesterday’s report that Affleck is only likely to return for one more DC movie – Flashpoint – we now have a new candidate to succeed him as The Dark Knight:

So, according to RadarOnline, Mad Men and Baby Driver star Jon Hamm has been “gunning hard for the role” and believes “he’d be better suited for the job” than Affleck. Apparently Hamm is “desperate for the gig” and has been “carefully courting” Matt Reeves, who is said to be a fan of Hamm’s work. The site goes on to claim that Gyllenhaal also remains under consideration, but it is thought as “Jon is closer to Ben’s age and look, and will be a smoother replacement to fit into the plans already in place.”

Until we get an official announcement from Warner Bros. about the Affleck situation – and his replacement, if necessary – we’re probably going to see plenty more rumours along these lines, so it may be best to take them with a pinch of salt. Still, let us know in the comments below what you’d make of Jon Hamm as Batman, and whether you think he’s a better fit than Jake Gyllenhaal…

Originally published December 9, 2017. Updated April 19, 2018.

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Ben Affleck, DC, DC Extended Universe, Jon Hamm, Matt Reeves, The Batman

About Gary Collinson

Gary Collinson is a film, TV and digital content producer and writer, who is the founder of the pop culture website Flickering Myth and producer of the gothic horror feature film 'The Baby in the Basket' and the upcoming suspense thriller 'Death Among the Pines'.

FMTV – Watch Our Latest Video Here

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE:

10 Great Horror Movies with Villainous Protagonists

Ten Great Love Letters to Cinema

10 Essential Frankenstein-Inspired Films

The Most Obscure and Underrated Slasher Movies of the 1980s

6 Great Rutger Hauer Sci-Fi Films That Aren’t Blade Runner

Ten Essential British Horror Movies You Need To See

What If? Five Marvel Movies That Were Almost Made

Fantastical, Flawed and Madcap: 80s British Horror Cinema

The Next 007: 3 Actors Who Could Lead James Bond Into the New Era

In a Violent Nature and Other Slasher Movies That Subvert the Genre

WATCH OUR MOVIE NOW FOR FREE ON PRIME VIDEO!

Top Stories:

Movie Review – Ballad of a Small Player (2025)

The Essential Action Movies From Cannon Films

4K Ultra HD Review – Krull (1983)

Eight Essential Sci-Fi Prison Movies

Movie Review – Hamnet (2025)

10 Great Forgotten Gems of the 1980s You Need To See

10 More International Horror Movies You Need to See

Movie Review – Little Lorraine (2025)

Movie Review – Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (2025)

Movie Review – Night of the Reaper (2025)

STREAM FREE ON PRIME VIDEO!

FEATURED POSTS:

Overhated 2000s Horror Movies That Deserve Another Look

Incredible Character Actors Who Elevate Every Film

10 Alien Franchise Rip-Offs That Are Worth A Watch

Ranking Video Game Movie Sequels From Worst to Best

Our Partners

  • Pop Culture
    • Movies
    • Television
    • Comic Books
    • Video Games
    • Toys & Collectibles
  • Features
    • News
    • Reviews
    • Articles and Opinions
    • Interviews
    • Exclusives
    • Flickering Myth Films
    • FMTV
  • About
    • About Flickering Myth
    • Write for Flickering Myth
    • Advertise on Flickering Myth
  • Socials
    • Facebook
    • YouTube
    • Bluesky
    • Instagram
    • Flipboard
    • Linktree
    • X
  • Terms
    • Terms of Use
    • Privacy Policy

© Flickering Myth Limited. All rights reserved. The reproduction, modification, distribution, or republication of the content without permission is strictly prohibited. Movie titles, images, etc. are registered trademarks / copyright their respective rights holders. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. If you can read this, you don't need glasses.


 

Flickering MythLogo Header Menu
  • News
  • Reviews
  • Articles & Opinions
  • Write for Us
  • The Baby in the Basket