Tom Taylor Supports Manny Jacinto as Nightwing in DCU

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Everyone’s been discussing who will play Batman in the new DC Universe, but a DC Comics representative has mentioned a different hero – Nightwing – who many fans believe will be incredibly difficult to cast convincingly. Interestingly, a popular fan suggestion for Nightwing is gaining a lot of positive attention, even catching the eye of writer Tom Taylor.

Nightwing fans are hoping for an actor who can truly capture the character’s personality – his wit, physical abilities, strong leadership, and emotional complexity – in a live-action adaptation. Many feel this is a tall order, making it difficult to find the right person (though some believe Brenton Thwaites’ portrayal in the Titans series came close, but wasn’t quite perfect). Now, with this new fan-supported casting choice, backed by writer Tom Taylor, there’s renewed hope they might finally find the ideal Nightwing.

Tom Taylor Likes The Idea Of Manny Jacinto As The DCU’s Nightwing

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Tom Taylor, a prominent writer for DC Comics and well-known for his work on Nightwing, has some good ideas about who would be a great choice to play Dick Grayson in the new DC Universe.

It was fun to see Taylor supporting a fan campaign on Threads suggesting actor Manny Jacinto for the role of Nightwing in the upcoming rebooted DC Universe. The idea originally came from a user named @babsdraws.

The difficulty in finding an actor to play Nightwing, often discussed online, mainly stems from fans having very specific ideas about how Dick Grayson should look and act, based on his comic book history.

He needs to be incredibly athletic and good-looking, like an Olympic gymnast, and a skilled fighter on par with Batman. He should be inspiring like Superman and a natural leader like Captain America, with Spider-Man’s quick wit and agility. However, he also needs to be a bit rough around the edges – not overly intelligent or optimistic.

Manny Jacinto could be exactly what fans want in Nightwing, and Taylor’s support is a big plus.

Why Manny Jacinto Would Be Perfect As Dick Grayson aka Nightwing

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Manny Jacinto already has the look many fans want for Nightwing. He’s tall, fit, handsome, and naturally exudes confidence.

Beyond his acting ability, he’s physically capable and has shown he can handle demanding, action-oriented roles, which is important for playing Nightwing. Nightwing relies heavily on speed, agility, and athleticism – skills that fit Dick Grayson’s background as a former circus performer.

Jacinto’s performance as The Stranger in The Acolyte demonstrated his ability to perform demanding physical stunts. The role also allowed him to showcase his emotional depth and captivating charisma, making him one of the show’s most compelling characters.

Manny Jacinto, known and loved for his role as Jason Mendoza in The Good Place, has demonstrated an ability to play both comedic and genuinely cheerful characters. This makes him a great fit for Dick Grayson, who is generally more optimistic than Batman. Considering this, many believe Jacinto effectively addresses the online debate about whether anyone could successfully play Nightwing, a sentiment shared by writer Tom Taylor.

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2025-12-15 07:28