Archive · 3 Sep 2025
Jeffrey Wright Criticizes Racist Backlash Over 'Batman' Role
Actor Jeffrey Wright discussed the criticism he received for playing Jim Gordon in 'The Batman'.
Some people were upset because the character was previously played by white actors.
Wright called this reaction racist and ignorant, saying that the movie reflects modern society.
He noted that the film's Gotham is inspired by the multicultural city of New York.
Wright is reprising his role in the upcoming sequel, which will be released in 2027.
He aimed to bring the core characteristics of the Gordon character to the 21st century.
Jeffrey Wright discussed the backlash to his casting as Jim Gordon in 'The Batman'.
Wright is the first Black actor to play the character.
He called the criticism 'racist and stupid'.
Wright noted that the film's setting reflects a modern, multicultural city.
Wright will reprise his role in the sequel.
- Who
- Jeffrey Wright
- What
- Shared his thoughts on the backlash over his casting as Jim Gordon in 'The Batman'
- When
- In a recent interview
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- To discuss the criticism he received from comic book purists.
- Actor
- Jeffrey Wright
- Role
- Jim Gordon in 'The Batman'
- Director
- Matt Reeves
- Release Date of 'The Batman' sequel
- October 1, 2027