6. Deathstroke - Dwayne The Rock Johnson
A villain similar to Bane - someone who can match Batman on the physical and mental level - Deathstroke, also known as Slade Wilson, is the worlds greatest assassin and mercenary. Hes not known as one of Batmans main rogues but theyve faced off against one another many times. For example, Slade was once a freelance assassin for the League of Assassins, sent to kill Batman. Although both he and Batman dont have many well-known or celebrated story arcs, that doesnt mean you cant create a rivalry between the two in a cinematic universe. Slade is technically a super soldier. His mind and body were altered by the U.S. Army during his service. He is capable of using 90% of his brain capacity; Meanwhile, his strength, durability and agility were increased to nearby superhuman levels. His martial arts skills combined with enhanced physical prowess make him on par with Batman. He applied for re-assignment with the army, but they refused him. Depression took hold of him as he wasnt able to serve his country. At this time, his wife became pregnant with their second child, Joseph. Slade felt unsatisfied with life. When his son Joseph was mutilated in a kidnapping, for which his wife blamed him, Slade became a mercenary, turning to a life of crime. Deathstroke is a hardened mercenary who only cares about getting the job done. Dwayne Johnson has become a solid actor after transitioning from wrestling to acting. His penchant for action films gives him a great résumé for portraying Deathstroke. Notable films hes starred in include The Rundown, Walking Tall, Faster, Fast Five, and the upcoming G.I. Joe: Retaliation, Pain and Gain and Fast and Furious 6. Also, hes in the lead in an upcoming Hercules film. Johnson possesses the rising star power, conduct, and attitude to play Deathstroke. This could be a role which displays his great acting. Deathstroke is a multi-layered character; Johnson could really open up his acting prowess with this role. Plus, the guy is huge and has the look for the role.