Could Timothée Chalamet Be Making His Superhero Movie Debut?: “If the script was great, if the director was great, I’d have to consider it”

While die-hard fans may primarily remember Timothée Chalamet for his early role in Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar, the actor is now a household name and in high demand across Hollywood.

Following his standout performances in Oscar-nominated films like Lady Bird, Call Me by Your Name, and Little Women, Chalamet has landed major roles in blockbuster projects. His latest endeavors, Dune and Wonka, have both achieved significant success.

Given his popularity, it’s no surprise that Chalamet can afford to be selective with his projects. When you’re in such high demand, you have the luxury of choosing roles without the pressure of accepting just any offer.

In this context, Chalamet was recently asked by The New York Times about the possibility of appearing in a superhero film—a genre he has yet to explore.

It’s been a rough year for superhero movies. This story asks us to think harder about heroes, chosen ones, saviors. Timothée, is it fair to assume that if you wanted to play a superhero, you’ve had opportunities?

CHALAMET Well, Leonardo DiCaprio said to me, “No superhero movies, no hard drugs.” Which I thought was very good.

VILLENEUVE Which one?

CHALAMET I follow them both! But the movie that made me want to act is a superhero movie, “The Dark Knight.” If the script was great, if the director was great, I’d have to consider it.

Source: The New York Times

Leonardo DiCaprio is another actor who has shied away from superhero roles, although there were rumors that he was considered for the Riddler in Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises before Bane was ultimately chosen as the main villain.

While DiCaprio’s stance on superhero films doesn’t surprise us, we believe Timothée Chalamet could thrive in that genre, especially if he teams up with a talented director and writer, such as Matt Reeves. If a compelling script comes along, we’d love to see the young actor take on a superhero role.

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