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10. Solomon Grundy - Michael Shannon

If you were to ask the man on the street to name five Batman villains, it would be fair to say that Solomon Grundy might not make many lists.

While not a particularly well-known or even recognised villain, but Solomon Grundy provides comic book readers (and potential movie audiences) a potential glimpse into the mystics around the DC Universe canon.

Solomon Grundy isn't a villain who could take centre-stage as an antagonist, and probably has more clout as a henchman or side-villain. However, his roster of super-powers and history with fighting superheroes could make for a few interesting and entertaining fight sequences.

Let's talk about casting this big nursery-rhyme zombie! Michael Shannon had his run at superhero movies before; playing General Zod in Man of Steel. He's a tall, imposing figure who even at his friendliest (in interviews) comes off as terrifying. Playing an undead muscle-man might be the best casting choice since Danny DeVito as The Penguin.

No disrespect to Michael Shannon! The man is an incredible actor, who was under-utilised in Man of Steel. His ability to turn himself into a rage-monster - not unlike his character in Boardwalk Empire - is exactly what's needed for a live-action Solomon Grundy.