Hudson Williams Has His Eyes on Nightwing

So, here’s the scoop: there’s no superhero movie magic brewing for Nightwing in James Gunn’s latest DC Universe (yet), but if there ever was, Hudson Williams – who you might recognize from Heated Rivalry – is ready to throw his cape in the ring for the role of Dick Grayson!

A Not-So-Subtle Campaign

Last December, Williams made waves when he posted a cheeky pic of himself holding Nightwing: Year One on his Instagram, tagging Gunn with the irresistible invitation to “let’s grab a coffee.” How charming! But, it seems like the universe needed a little nudge, as Scott Beatty, the writer behind Year One, just caught wind of Williams’ playful campaign and thinks it’s high time Gunn gave him a shot.

Buzzing for the Role

According to Beatty, there’s quite a buzz surrounding Williams’ performance in Crave’s breakout queer ice hockey series. And let’s be real, if he can make ice skating strikingly entertaining, who’s to say he can’t portray a legendary superhero? Beatty doesn’t just stop at support; he’s practically the campaign manager, pleading with James to consider Williams as the next iconic DC film’s Dick Grayson – and frankly, we wouldn’t mind seeing a film adaptation of Nightwing: Year One either!

Stranger Things Have Happened

Now, before you roll your eyes at this idea being a bit too pie-in-the-sky, consider this: remember when Simu Liu slid into Marvel’s DMs tweeting “OK @Marvel, are we gonna talk or what #ShangChi” before the casting was even on the table? Spoiler alert: it worked! So, who’s to say this Canadian charm won’t work again?

The Magic of Canadian Moxie

It’s a well-known fact that Canada produces not just great hockey players, but also fierce campaigners. Just take Ryan Reynolds, who wouldn’t stop at anything to revive Deadpool. Now, with three blockbuster movies under his belt, no one’s questioning that hustle! Williams certainly seems to have that same spark, and we’re here for it.

Why Nightwing?

Fans have been craving a Nightwing movie since the character became a superstar in the mid-1990s. He’s not only led the Teen Titans and hung out with the Bat-family, but he’s also had his share of adventures as Batman! Plus, let’s not forget: Nightwing is canonically known for his, ahem, “excellent backside.” Williams might just be the perfect match for the character, especially since he recently chatted with Vogue about his dedicated glute workout as he gears up to flaunt his behind in season 2 of Heated Rivalry.

The Verdict?

All in all, Hudson Williams is making quite the case for himself as Nightwing. With his talents and charm, he may just be the fresh face that the DC Universe needs to stir things up. Who else is on board to see if this wish comes true?