Robert Pattinson as Batman: Twitterati Support DC's Decision, Say Move Over His Twilight Days

We woke up to the news of Robert Pattinson being the top contender for the role of Batman in Matt Reeves' next. The Twilight actor may be replacing Ben Affleck in the much-discussed upcoming Batman film which is being produced by DC and Warner Brothers. Ever since the news hit the stands this morning, fans have taken to social media to discuss this casting and you will be surprised to know that they are thrilled with this news. After months of speculations about who will be taking onto the much-loved role of the caped crusader, the news has come as a surprise. Batman: Robert Pattinson to Succeed Ben Affleck as the Caped Crusader in DC's Next

Earlier Hollywood's big names such as Armie Hammer, Nicholas Hoult and Jake Gyllenhaal were considered to be in the running. Although Jake Gyllenhaal now being on board with Marvel as Mysterio, X-Men's Hoult was the second best choice. Apparently, Robert has almost been finalised and the announcement for the same will be done soon.

While the Twilight star earned a huge teen fan following for his role as Edward Cullen, Pattinson has been known for his other roles such as Queen of the Desert, Remember Me etc. Ben Affleck No Longer The Batman for Matt Reeves’ Film! 5 Actors We Want to See Replace Him!

Here are some of the fan reactions to it:

#Tweet1:

Robert Pattinson has been tapped to take over the role of Batman. Kudos to DC for FINALLY getting a casting right 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/PBPvJ6vR5R

— Joshua Chenault (@joshuachenault1) May 17, 2019

#Tweet2:

All those people complaining about Robert Pattinson being the new Batman clearly haven't watched any of his movies. pic.twitter.com/io6uWgrgO7

— someday (@robstenmemories) May 17, 2019

#Tweet3:

I fucking dig it. Matt Reeves and Robert Pattinson are gonna slay #TheBatman pic.twitter.com/BOJ25N8RSy

— ~Oracle (@4eyedRaven) May 17, 2019

#Tweet4:

If we learned anything from the casting of Michael Keaton, Heath Ledger, and now with Robert Pattinson...it is that the most surprising choices are usually the most interesting and memorable 🤯 pic.twitter.com/rHsCcvkdD1

— GOAT Movie Podcast (@GOATfilmpodcast) May 17, 2019

#Tweet5:

Watch Robert Pattinson in other movies than Twilight, everyone. He can play Batman. He's a great actor. I miss Batfleck too, but deal with it. pic.twitter.com/1w3ZviWMhg

— Will (@captainblacke) May 17, 2019

#Tweet6:

Robert Pattinson is an incredibly talented actor and is more than just his role from Twilight. Here are some Pattinson films that everyone should see:

-The Lost City Of Z

-Good Time

-High Life

-Cosmopolis pic.twitter.com/mRm8zDX0q1

— Walt (@UberKryptonian) May 17, 2019

#Tweet7:

I really do encourage the people who are upset about this whole ‘Robert Pattinson as Batman’ thing to go back and check out his work over the past five years or so - he’s more than proved he’s one of the most versatile and capable actors in Hollywood at the minute sooo?? pic.twitter.com/EyvE8Cm8rt

— t h o m a s (@thewrightguy_) May 17, 2019

Looks like Robert Pattinson is winning a lot of support for his casting as Batman. Do you agree with these fans reactions?

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