He’s the fastest man alive. He’s one of the most iconic superheroes of all time. He has had no cinematic endeavors. He’s the Flash, the hero of Central (or Keystone) City with super-speed and one of the most recognizable symbols in comic history.
So, why has no one taken it upon themselves to make a little money with a hero that has a huge following in the comic world? Well, as many of you know, Warner Brothers has had a Flash movie “under-wraps” and in pre-production for, oh, 700 years or so. But with news of a Justice League movie rumored to hit screens fairly soon, who do we want to see take the role?
The following is a list of some fan-favorites and personal choices as to just who could suit up to be the superhero. I’ll also note that this list contains actors who will take on the Barry Allen persona of the Flash, instead of the Wally West and Jay Garrick ones (no disrespect to either, just trying to stay in line with what WB will probably produce). It should also be noted that this list is not numbered by preference, but by age, spanning from younger actors to older ones.
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I have another actor to add to the list: Justin Timberlake…yes the justin timberlake! By now he made himself into a good actor he did dramas like alpha dog and in time and comedy romance not to mention his skits at SNL which are very funny. My second choice is Jensen Ackles from supernatural he’s my favorite to play the flash! and my out of leftfield pick is Jason Dohering from the TV show Veronica Mars he’s funny and a smart guy
Jamie Bell, JGL or James McAvoy.
Ryan Gosling is my top pick. He’s an extremley talented actor who could hold his own franchise, he’s already got a fit enough body, and he has a real human sense of humor.
Jake Gyllenhall would also fit the bill. He has acting chops, but can also carry an action movie on his own. He’s funny, charming, and likeable. He’s another great actor to consider.
Actually, Matthew Morrison has “Wally West” written on his forehead. He’s one of the most suitable candidates I could ever think of to portray The Flash, only in a non-Barry Allen, different way.
WHAT ABOUT NPH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I think a relativley unknown should do it. Bret Harrison or Greg La Fratta
Neil Patrick Harris
What about Patrick J. Adams, the guy from Suits?