Kevin Feige, Checkmate: If Josh Brolin’s DCU Villain Rumor Is True, James Gunn Is Taking the War to Marvel With No Fear

SUMMARY

• Marvel and DC have been having a friendly battle for years now.
• While Marvel has been in the lead for quite some time, DC may be catching up finally.
• Thanos actor Josh Brolin may be coming to James Gunn's DCU as Darkseid.

The battle between Marvel and DC is no longer a grand fight and hasn’t been for quite some time. Although Kevin Feige’s franchise has been failing for some time, it has been nowhere close to the lows that DC has been hitting for the past few years.

A still from Kevin Feige’s The Avengers (2012) | Credit: Marvel Studios

However, their future plans seem to be more than a little ambitious, with both franchises buckling in to make sure they get back to their glorious days. Amid these, there seems to be one rumor that could seriously tip the scales in James Gunn’s favor, and it has Josh Brolin at the very center.

Kevin Feige may have to watch his back

Josh Brolin has been a beloved part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe since he first appeared in The Guardians of the Galaxy. Playing the role of Thanos, he created a memorable villain, helped make two of the most iconic Marvel films of all time, and gave some very engaging fight sequences.

Josh Brolin as Thanos in Avengers: Endgame | Credits: Marvel Studios

Although the last time fans saw him in the franchise was at the end of Avengers: Endgame, he has gone on to voice the character in three episodes of Marvel’s What If…? However, if recent speculation is to be believed, he may be switching sides and joining the DCU.

As James Gunn paves the path for a brand new DC after years of disappointment, he has certainly been making some bold and wise decisions. With this, there have also been rumors about Brolin potentially becoming involved with the franchise in the coming years.

Darkseid in Zack Snyder’s Justice League | Credit: DC

Interestingly enough, Brolin furthered these rumors recently after he posted a fanart of himself as Darkseid on his Instagram story (via CBR). The cherry on top was the caption of this fanart, which reported the rumors that had been floating around.

Fans have mixed feelings about Josh Brolin as Darkseid

Although Josh Brolin did not comment anything when he posted the picture on his profile, many believe it to be a confirmation that he will be entering the DCU. What makes this all the more fascinating is the fact that he could be playing the role of Darkseid, a character who is extremely similar to Thanos in many ways.

Josh Brolin in Sicario (2015). Credits: Lionsgate

Since news of this hit the internet, many have a variety of opinions about the possibility of him playing the ruler of Apokolips. While everyone is collectively on board with the idea of him joining the franchise, many cannot help but point out that there is very little difference between his potential character in DC and the one he played in Marvel.

Tbh I think his voice fit the look of darkseid better if he was casted

He’d be great as Darkseid but that’s a little too close to Thanos. I’d say Deathstroke, Commissioner Gordan, or General Zod. pic.twitter.com/2D0MQhrN84

Slade Wilson. If not much action, Jim Gordan.

That's cool but do we really want him to be Darkseid just right after he was Thanos? Dude should do something way different, I honestly think he'd be perfect for WildCat if they decide to do a Green Arrow and Black Canary movie

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Instead, they believe that there are several other characters that he would be better suited for, ranging from Deathstroke to Jim Gordon. At the same time, there are those who believe that no one is better suited to play the role of Darkseid than Brolin, stating that he would do an excellent job as the character and there is a reason why he is considered for such characters.

Deathstroke | Credits: DC Comics

Although there are many possibilities when it comes to James Gunn and the DCU, fans certainly want to see Brolin in the franchise. Additionally, his talent and respect in the industry would certainly give Kevin Feige a run for his money.

Written by Ananya Godboley

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A poet and art enthusiast, Ananya Godboley is a striving academic who is pursuing a career in Criminal Psychology, currently doing an undergrad degree in Psychology. Passionate about History, Philosophy and Literature, she loves to learn about new and interesting subjects. A writer for FandomWire with over 1700 published articles, she adores all things superhero and Taylor Swift.