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Billie Eilish as Carrie Kelley Robin? The Batman Casting Choice Fans Didn’t See Coming

Could Billie Eilish, with her youthful edge, dance background, and bold attitude, be a perfect fit for Carrie Kelley’s Robin in the DCU?

Jarrod SaundersTito PernaletebyJarrod SaundersandTito Pernalete
November 15, 2024
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Billie Eilish Should Play Carrie Kelley Robin in The Batman Movie

I can hear the screams already: “Billie Eilish is a musician, not an actress, how could she possibly play Carrie Kelley (aka Robin)?” Before we get into that…

  • Billie Eilish as Robin?
  • Who is Carrie Kelley?
  • Why Billie Eilish Should Be Carrie Kelley Robin?
    • She’s young
    • She used to be a dancer
    • She’s got attitude
  • Other Superhero Characters Billie Eilish Could Play

Billie Eilish as Robin?

Back in 2014, there were dozens of reports that actress Jena Malone would play Carrie Kelley, the female Robin made famous by Frank Miller, in Zack Snyder’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Unfortunately, that turned out to be false, and her character, Jenet Klyburn, only appeared briefly in the Ultimate Edition of the film. The news and the reveal were disappointing. In fact, many saw it as a missed opportunity.

With the DCU starting off from scratch and James Gunn’s Superman introducing a number of new DC characters, is there room for Carrie Kelley to appear alongside an aged Bruce Wayne/Batman?

Who is Carrie Kelley?

For those who don’t know, Carrie Kelley is a female Robin who first appeared in the pages of Frank Miller’s Batman: The Dark Knight Returns (1986) graphic novel and then its sequels, Batman: The Dark Knight Strikes Again (2001-2002) and The Dark Knight III: The Master Race (2015-2017). That’s right: this Robin is a she.

In the popular comic book series, Carrie Kelley is a character who idolizes the Dark Knight after he saves her from Mutant gang members. Suiting up as Robin (with green-tinted sunglasses) and using a slingshot and firecrackers as weapons, she takes on small-time crooks in Gotham City in hopes of finding Batman and fighting alongside him. On the verge of being killed by the Mutant Leader, Carrie Kelley rescues Batman and, after some training, officially becomes the new Robin.

Why Billie Eilish Should Be Carrie Kelley Robin?

Billie Eilish Should Be Carrie Kelley Robin

She’s young

Both Caroline Keene Kelley (Robin) and Billie Eilish are teenagers. Although the character was initially just 13 years old in Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, she’s a little older in the comic books that follow. Casting someone young, confident and edgy would be perfect.

She used to be a dancer

Before adding her half-sing half-whisper voice to hits like ‘Bad Guy’ and ‘Lovely’, Billie Eilish took professional dance lessons. In fact, it was her dance instructor who first asked her to create a song for dance class. As you know, fight sequences in action movies are mostly compared to dance moves — they’re fast, energetic and fun. In order to be great at martial arts moves, you need rhythm.

She’s got attitude

The First Girl Wonders’ personality is, in many ways, a sharp contrast to that of the older Batman. Although she is a badass who is cheeky and stubborn, she is also a light in The Dark Knight’s very dark world. She cracks jokes, makes sarcastic remarks, and, ultimately, really enjoys having fun and saving the world. If you’ve seen any of Billie Eilish’s music videos, you’ll see why she’s a great fit for Carrie Kelley. She’s got the streetwear-like style, the IDGAF attitude, and the charm.

Other Superhero Characters Billie Eilish Could Play

How about Kitty Pryde (a.k.a. Shadowcat)? Barbara Gordon? Jubilee? X-23? Donna Troy? Molly Hayes? There are plenty of other characters that might suit Billie Eilish more — if she even wanted to play a superhero character, of course.

RELATED: The Brave And The Bold: 4 Actors Who Could Play The DCU’s Damian Wayne

What do you think? Could you see Billie Eilish as the Carrie Kelley version of Robin? Or should she stick to music instead? Who would you like to see as the iconic Robin?

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About the Author: Jarrod Saunders

Jarrod Saunders is a Cape Town-based creative and founder of Fortress of Solitude, with over 20 years in film, gaming, and pop culture. He’s directed award-winning movies, built entertainment sites, and somehow still finds time to watch 500 films a year. Also: sneakerhead and part-time superhero.

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