Fans React To ‘Titans’ Live-Action Casting Of Dick Grayson

A new report just confirmed Brenton Thwaites has been cast as the famous hero for Titans, and the Internet has lots to say about it.

Rumors have circulated that actors like Drake Bell were up for the role, but the Pirates of the Caribbean actor nabbed the coveted role, according to Deadline. The Australian actor got his big break in the swashbuckling franchise’s latest film, and he will make his U.S. TV debut in Titans.

Fans agree that Thwaites’ casting was not one they saw coming, but the actor has proven his chops. Most of social media is busy worrying over whether the star’s booty is up to snuff for the role. However, there are fans pushing back against the casting for other reasons.

Some netizens are questioning the casting in light of Grayson’s ethnicity. The comics canonically addressed the hero’s half-Romani heritage in the past, and it was briefly brought up in Rebirth. The casting is being brought up in light of Ed Skrein’s casting in the Hellboy reboot and subsequent debacle. The actor dropped out of the film after being cast in a traditionally Asian-American role, causing fans to praise the actor for his decision.

However, as you can see below, the majority of fans are supporting Thwaites and his casting. If you want to share your own thoughts on the Nightwing actor, you can hit us up on Twitter @ComicBook to tell us your opinions!

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Thwaites’ casting may have come out of nowhere, but fans are pleasantly surprised by the decision. If the boy can hold his own against Johnny Depp, there’s hope yet for the Titans show.

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DC Comics has not been subtle about its love of Nightwing’s rear as of late, and it looks like fans expect Titans to uphold the character’s booty.

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If this GIF doesn’t sum up your feelings about the Nightwing casting, what possibly could?

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The world is going to need one brave mathematician to step up and do some slope equations for Nightwing. You know, because science.

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Thwaites may not be a household name, but the actor is starting to get his due in the States. The Australian actor already has a loyal following across the pond, so it is just a matter of time before America catches up.