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7 Actresses Who Could Play Batgirl In Joss Whedon’s DC Film

June 27, 2017
byStaff Writer
in Movies
7 Actresses Who Could Play Batgirl In Joss Whedon's DC Film

Ever since it was announced that a Batgirl movie was on the table, the question of which actress will land the role of Barbara Gordon has been hotly contested.

Now that we’ve learnt that Warner is currently looking for a person of colour to play the Batman sidekick in the upcoming solo film, we take a look at 7 actresses who would be perfect for the role.

Similar to Robin, Batgirl is one of Batman’s many sidekicks who fights alongside the Caped Crusader for justice. There have been several different Batgirls over the years, starting with Betty Kane. The most well-recognised Batgirl is Barbara Gordon, daughter (or sometimes niece) of Commissioner Gordon. She later became Oracle, after the Joker paralysed her during The Killing Joke.

While it’s hard to tell which direction Whedon will take with the on-screen version of the character, there are certain things that are a given when it comes to casting Batgirl: she has to be strong and be able to pull off the physical requirements of the character, she has to be able to act, and look the part.

Here are 7 actresses who could play Batgirl:

1. Rosario Dawson

7 Actresses Who Could Play Batgirl In Joss Whedon's DC Film Rosario Dawson

Given that actress Rosario Dawson recently lent her voice to Batgirl/Barbara Gordon in the highly successful The LEGO Batman Movie and stars as a kick-ass Claire Temple in Netflix’s Daredevil, the actress probably doesn’t even need much to prove that she is a worthy candidate for the role. Dawson has a long history with comic book characters, even voicing Wonder Woman in Justice League: Throne of Atlantis and Justice League Dark. Her resume also includes Men in Black II, Clerks II, Eagle Eye, Unstoppable and Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. And yes, her Barbara Gordon in The LEGO Batman Movie wasn’t white.

2. Priyanka Chopra

7 Actresses Who Could Play Batgirl In Joss Whedon's DC Film

34-year-old Indian actress Priyanka Chopra has recently expressed her interest in playing a comic book superhero. She mentioned that her “dream part” would be Batgirl:

“My dream part is, now that I’m working in America, I definitely want to do a superhero part. When I think of American movies, they’ve had superheroes for aeons, right? So I definitely want to play a superhero and I want to have an interesting superpower. I don’t know… Batgirl would be so cool!”

Chopra has recently gained a larger fanbase, thanks to her leading role in FBI drama Quantico. The actress has also voiced Ms. Marvel in the Marvel Avengers Academy video game.

3. Aja Naomi King

7 Actresses Who Could Play Batgirl In Joss Whedon's DC Film

Aja Naomi King is probably best known for her role as Michaela Pratt on How to Get Away with Murder. She also recently played the female lead in the historical drama film The Birth of a Nation based on the story of the 1831 slave rebellion led by Nat Turner. She has the looks and the acting ability. The 32-year-old actress recently received the “Rising Star Award” at the 10th annual Essence Black Women In Hollywood event.

4. Gugu Mbatha-Raw

7 Actresses Who Could Play Batgirl In Joss Whedon's DC Film Gugu Mbatha-Raw

If they are looking for someone with amazing acting range, Gugu Mbatha-Raw pretty much ticks all the boxes. The mixed-race actress has an impressive list of roles in key films and TV shows, including a recurring role on Doctor Who and a lead in Black Mirror. She deserves a spotlight of her own. Batgirl would be the perfect opportunity to show off her amazing acting chops.

5. Zoë Kravitz

7 Actresses Who Could Play Batgirl In Joss Whedon's DC Film

Zoë Kravitz, the daughter of musician Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet, is pretty much everywhere these days. She has been in everything from X-Men: First Class to Divergent and even Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. She is quickly making a name for herself as one of Hollywood’s brightest young stars. Like Rosario Dawson, she is no stranger to the world of Batman either. Kravitz voiced Selina Kyle / Catwoman in The Lego Batman Movie.

6. Amandla Stenberg

Amandla Stenberg

If Warner is looking for a younger actress to play Batgirl, Amandla Stenberg should be on their radar. She is best known for her portrayal of young Cataleya in Colombiana and Rue in The Hunger Games. At 17, she would probably fit the demographic the best. She was named “Feminist of the Year” in 2015 by the Ms. Foundation for Women. She is also the co-author, with Stranger Comics’ Sebastian Jones, of the comic book Niobe: She is Life.

7. Jurnee Smollett-Bell

Jurnee Smollett-Bell

Jurnee Smollett-Bell has proven to be a brilliant young actress. She currently plays a leading role as Rosalee, the house slave, in the WGN America period drama, Underground. She probably has the most impressive resume of all the actresses on this list after Rosario Dawson.

Who is your favourite actress to play Batgirl in the upcoming movie?

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Comments 25

  1. Jesse Lioce says:
    5 years ago

    Eh no. I’m all for diversity but if you want a non white female member of the bat family then use Cassandra Cain aka Black Bat who is half asian and create a League of Batgirls like in new 52 future’s end. Batgirl, Spoiler, Flamebird and Black Bat in one movie would be awesome. And throw in Batwoman just because. Why change ethnicities if you literally have the characters in the source material. Cassy Cain is badass fyi.

    Reply
  2. Heinz DasBoot Hummerschnitzle says:
    5 years ago

    https://media.giphy.com/media/2O2ekjXw5OHOU/giphy.gif

    Reply
  3. Justin Sallows says:
    5 years ago

    Rosario Dawson is pushing 40. Come on.

    Reply
  4. Ashish Kalam says:
    5 years ago

    Did Priyanka Chopra say she wants to play a character with “super power”
    Like “Batgirl”
    Something’s not right here is it?

    Reply
  5. Rick Pruitt says:
    5 years ago

    Admittedly I’m in love with Rosario Dawson, but doing a hack job on another iconic character is just a waste. (see catwoman, fantastic 4,etc)

    Reply
  6. Jaymes Eagan says:
    5 years ago

    Karen Gillian is my vote.

    Reply
  7. gogu says:
    5 years ago

    No white actress, racist much?

    Reply
  8. Sean Kehil says:
    5 years ago

    No one it’s not time one movie at a time don’t rush

    Reply
  9. Thomas H Eddy says:
    5 years ago

    No

    Reply
  10. David M. Calus says:
    5 years ago

    7

    Reply
  11. Isaiah Rogers says:
    5 years ago

    Perhaps some people need a reminder…

    Reply
    • Mitchell José Alorda Olea says:
      5 years ago

      No one likes this batgirl

      Reply
  12. Steve says:
    5 years ago

    The problem with making her of color is you now have to recast Gordon or give her an adoption story or make her mother another ethnicity. Because that worked out so well for Fantastic Four.

    Reply
  13. Steve says:
    5 years ago

    How about putting a few latina actresses on the list.

    Reply
    • Jarrod Saunders says:
      5 years ago

      Like Rosario Dawson?

      Reply
  14. Mike Mitchell says:
    5 years ago

    Dumb.

    Reply
  15. Tyler J Maier says:
    5 years ago

    Wow… not one single red head…

    Reply
  16. Joshua Adimoolam says:
    5 years ago

    Chloë Grace Moretz

    Reply
  17. Lewis Robert Reid says:
    5 years ago

    So we’re just taking that rumour as fact
    Ok

    Reply
    • Ethan Gonzalez says:
      5 years ago

      Wow, what a bunch of poopy ass dick. Get it together film makers…….. bitch

      Reply
  18. Carlo Hendricks says:
    5 years ago

    I think local girl Lee Anne Brandt(from Lucifer) would be an excellent choice…

    Reply
  19. Isaiah Rogers says:
    5 years ago

    I’d go with Rosario Dawson or Aja Naomi King. Either one would be great!

    Reply
    • Gustavo Arguello says:
      5 years ago

      Rosario too old

      Reply
    • Grant Hinds says:
      5 years ago

      Wouldn’t Rosario be too much in Marvel?

      Reply
    • Paul Michaels says:
      5 years ago

      To old? Jason’s dead Nightwing is out there. Plenty of time has gone on. But she is all marveled up as night nurse

      Reply

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