Nicholas Hoult Glad To Lose The Batman Role To Robert Pattinson: Gq Interview

British Actor Nicholas Hoult Discusses Losing The Role Of The Batman To Robert Pattinson In A Recent Interview With Gq, Praising Matt Reeves’ Creative Vision

By Amitabh Mukherji
April 21,2023
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British actor Nicholas Hoult is known for his versatility and has gained international recognition for his portrayal of Marcus Brewer in the 2002 film About a Boy. He has starred in various films, including Warm Bodies and Mad Max: Fury Road, earning critical acclaim and a legion of fans. The actor was also in the running to play the lead in Matt Reeves’ The Batman but eventually lost to Robert Pattinson.

In a recent interview with GQ, Hoult shared his thoughts about losing the coveted role of the Caped Crusader to Pattinson. He stated that he would have loved to play the part but believes that Matt Reeves’ creative vision for the film was fantastic. He praised Pattinson’s portrayal of the character and admitted that he wouldn’t have done as good a job as him ultimately.

Dealing With Rejection As An Actor

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Hoult also shared how painful it is to not get selected for a part. However, as an actor, he believes that accepting such news is necessary. He has made peace with not getting cast in the role and has moved on. As an actor, he believes in appreciating the work of other actors and recognizing when the right choice has been made.

Nicholas Hoult’s Career Milestones

Nicholas Hoult

Hoult has come a long way despite losing out on one of the biggest roles of his career. His breakthrough roles came in the 2002 comedy-drama film About a Boy, in which he played the role of Marcus Brewer. The second breakthrough role came in 2011 with the release of the superhero film X-Men: First Class. In the movie, Hoult played the character of Hank McCoy/Beast, a mutant with blue fur and superhuman abilities. He reprised the role in several subsequent X-Men films, solidifying his status as a sought-after actor in Hollywood.

Nicholas Hoult may have lost out on a major role, but he remains positive and appreciative of the work of his fellow actors. He has established himself as a talented and versatile actor, and his career continues to thrive.

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