Chris Pratt showed James Gunn a photo of himself in a Batman mask and declined the role.

Marvel Star Shares His Experience Auditioning for Batman and Why It’s Not in the Cards Chris Pratt, renowned globally as Star-Lord from the *Guardians of the Galaxy* franchise, recently opened up about a surprising chapter in his acting journey—his attempt to land the iconic role of Batman. In a candid interview, Pratt recounted his brief interaction with DC Studios chief James Gunn and explained why he will not be donning the cape and cowl anytime soon. The Story Behind the Batman Mask Photo and Gunn’s Response Pratt revealed that he once sent Gunn a humorous photo of himself wearing a Batman mask, which he had edited using graphic design tools. He shared, “He simply responded with ‘Haha,’” indicating that the joke didn’t lead to any serious casting talks. Pratt emphasized that this was purely a playful gesture on his part, not an official audition or offer from DC. He clarified that his attempt was more of a fun experiment rather than a genuine bid for the role, highlighting that he never pursued it as a serious opportunity. Why Chris Pratt Has No Interest in Playing Batman The actor also explained his perspective on the character of Batman. He believes that reimagining the Dark Knight for a new interpretation is a daunting challenge, given how many portrayals have already been done. “I honestly don’t even know how you’d approach it differently. There have been so many Batmans—what more can you add? Honestly, I don’t want to do it. It was never a real option for me, and I don’t think I’m the right fit,” Pratt stated. As a result, Pratt has decisively moved away from the possibility of joining the DC universe and is instead focusing on his ongoing and future projects within Marvel’s cinematic universe. New Horizons for Peter Quill While the door closed on DC, Pratt’s future with Marvel remains bright. He expressed appreciation for James Gunn’s decision not to reunite his character, Peter Quill, with Gamora in *Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3*. Pratt pointed out that this choice allows for deeper exploration of Star-Lord’s character, especially considering the personal trauma he’s endured. “It leaves more room to develop Peter Quill because he’s carrying emotional scars that haven’t fully healed,” he explained. He added that Star-Lord now has the opportunity to redefine himself, free from past commitments to family and relationships. When asked about what’s next for the beloved hero, Pratt kept his cards close to his chest, saying, “I can’t say for sure. Marvel’s process is very flexible—they take things step-by-step.” What Fans Can Anticipate Fans can look forward to seeing Chris Pratt reprise his role as Peter Quill in upcoming Marvel projects. With the character shedding previous burdens, Star-Lord is set to embark on new adventures that promise both personal growth and cosmic excitement as Marvel prepares to launch the next phase of its cinematic universe.