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The Dark Knight Rises: Faking Death and Franchise Survival

The Dark Knight Rises featured Batman’s sacrifice to save Gotham, or at least it seemed to do so, as Bruce Wayne was later seen alive and well in the company of Selina Kyle. There are some theories as to how Bruce was alive, including a possible Lazarus Pit in connection to The Dark Knight trilogy’s Ra’s al Ghul and Bane’s “The Pit” prison. However, The Dark Knight Rises teased how Christian Bale’s Batman faked his death, as The Bat’s autopilot had been fixed while Lucius Fox thought it was broken, so Bruce could have ejected himself before the bomb exploded.

This plot twist raises interesting questions about franchise continuity. If Batman faked his death, how does it impact future movies in the DC Universe? Does it open the door for a new generation of heroes to take his mantle, or will Bruce Wayne inevitably return?

Other franchises have handled similar plot revelations with varying degrees of success. The return of Darth Vader in Return of the Jedi was a masterstroke, reinvigorating the franchise and giving fans a satisfying conclusion to the original trilogy. However, the resurrection of Wolverine in Logan was met with mixed reactions, as some felt it undermined the emotional impact of his previous death.

Marvel’s Revamp: Blade and the X-Men Reboot

Marvel Studios has delayed Mahershala Ali’s Blade indefinitely, which means the movie will no longer premiere in November 2025, as it now has no release date. After appearing in Deadpool & Wolverine, many fans have been asking Marvel to ditch Ali’s troubled Blade movie and bring back Snipes’ version of the Daywalker.

While I don’t think Marvel will make Snipes the new Blade, there is a great chance that the actor will be back at least one more time during the Multiverse Saga. At 50, I think Ali could be recast with a younger star as Blade.

The X-Men franchise has seen its fair share of reboots and recasts over the years. The recent announcement of a new MCU reboot has sparked debate among fans about which actors should take on the iconic roles. While some minds may gravitate to the likes of Jenna Ortega or Millie Bobby Brown for the role of Rogue, I’d personally be intrigued to see Mckenna Grace’s take on the character, as she’s not only shown an incredible acting range in the recent Ghostbusters movie and A Friend of the Family, but also an interesting mix of introverted and extroverted personalities with her characters that I think would suit Rogue perfectly. Additionally, given the MCU has recast actors in the past, Grace’s prior role as a young Carol Danvers could easily be a non-issue.

The Clone Wars and Ahsoka’s Legacy

In the 40 years since the original trilogy ended, Star Wars has introduced a number of iconic characters across its long-ranging timeline, and The Clone Wars’ Ahsoka remains one of fans’ favorites. Following a hiatus in her tenure, Ahsoka has recently been seen in the Mandalorian post-Empire era, leaving many to wonder where she was during the original trilogy of movies. Given Ahsoka was still so rattled by her master’s turn to the Dark Side, it seems likely she was in hiding in the same vein as Obi-Wan Kenobi while she better honed her skills.

Bakugan: A Live-Action Movie in the Making

Bakugan is a popular anime franchise that has seen success in various mediums, including video games, toys, and manga. With its unique blend of action, adventure, and collectible creatures, Bakugan has the potential to translate well into a live-action movie.

The success of other anime adaptations, such as Pokémon and Dragon Ball, demonstrates the potential for live-action adaptations of popular Japanese franchises. However, Bakugan’s unique premise and visual style will present challenges to filmmakers. It will be interesting to see how they approach the design and integration of the Bakugan creatures into the live-action world.

The Brave and the Bold: Batman’s Future in the DC Universe

The DC Universe has big plans for Batman in The Brave and the Bold movie. While Jensen Ackles has been rumored to play Bruce Wayne, James Gunn, the DCU’s creative chief, has shot that down. Ackles could still be cast as Batman, however, no actor has been chosen at the moment.

Wonder Woman’s Future in the DC Universe

The new DC Universe has yet to announce who will play its Wonder Woman. However, all signs point to Gal Gadot — like the rest of the DCEU’s Justice League cast — being out of the role. While I mostly liked Gadot’s Wonder Woman, I don’t think she was the definitive casting for the character. As such, I think casting a new actor as the DCU’s Wonder Woman would be the ideal move, making way for a new era for Diana Prince, perhaps with a bigger focus on her Greek ties. Adria Arjona would be a great choice.