Here's What Josh Gad Could Look Like As The Penguin
05/04/2017 08:46 am EDT
Earlier this week, actor Josh Gad (Beauty & The Beast, Frozen) had DC fans in somewhat of a frenzy. With no context or caption, Gad tweeted out a picture of one of Batman's greatest foes, The Penguin.
This image, combined with the absurd amount of DC Entertainment folks who have recently followed Gad, has lead people to believe that the actor has possibly landed the role of The Penguin in the DCEU.
Right now, this idea is nothing more than a rumor, but it doesn't stop artists from having a little fun with it. As always, graphic artist BossLogic has separated himself from the pack, and given fans a great idea of what Gad could actually look like as Oswald Cobblepot.
The take on Penguin captures the essence of his classic style in the best way possible. The top hat is spot-on, the monocle looks just right, and the nose is crafted perfectly. There's even a real penguin - with a top hat - following behind.
For those who thought this would be a terrible casting, maybe it's time to think again. If the design for his character was anything like BossLogic's concept, we could be in for a real treat.
Whether Penguin is played by Josh Gad, or someone else, it's difficult to say when he would appear in the DCEU. It won't be in Wonder Woman, Justice League, or Aquaman, that's for sure. However, there are a number of Gotham-centric films on DC's slate that could be a good fit for the villain. Nightwing, Batgirl, Gotham City Sirens, and The Batman are all on the way.
For the full look at Josh Gad as The Penguin, as well as some of BossLogic's other awesome works of art, head to the gallery below!
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Justice League is directed by Zack Snyder, from a screenplay by Chris Terrio, and features an ensemble cast that includes Ben Affleck (Batman), Henry Cavill (Superman), Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman), Ezra Miller (The Flash), Jason Momoa (Aquaman), Ray Fisher (Cyborg), Ciarán Hinds (Steppenwolf), Amy Adams (Lois Lane), Diane Lane (Martha Kent), Jeremy Irons (Alfred Pennyworth), J.K. Simmons (Commissioner Gordon), Amber Heard (Mera), Kiersey Clemons (Iris West) and Jesse Eisenberg (Lex Luthor).
DC and Warner Bros. have a full slate ahead, Wonder Woman on June 2, 2017, followed by Justice League on November 17, 2017. The Batman is expected sometime in 2018, with The Flash debuting on March 23, 2018. Aquaman is set for October 5, 2018, and Nightwing's solo feature is due sometime in 2019.
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