Dwayne Johnson also known as The Rock, successfully transitioned from professional wrestling to acting. His films have grossed more than $10.5 billion worldwide, making him one of the world’s highest-grossing and highest-paid actors. He is also a successful businessman.
Johnson is currently gearing up for DC’s ‘Black Adam‘ in which he plays the titular superhero. He has been talking about other superheroes and was recently asked about a potential DC-Marvel crossover in the future. The reaction of the former wrestler has excited all the fans of both comics.
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Dwayne Johnson Talks About A Potential DC-Marvel Crossover
Johnson is gearing up for DC’s ‘Black Adam‘, where he plays the titular superhero villain. It had its world premiere in Mexico City on October 3 and will release in the US on October 21.
He was asked about the potential for a DC-Marvel crossover event by Variety. “Well, I’m always optimistic. I’d like to think that we would see that“, the 50-year-old actor said.
“My philosophy is anything can get done. Let’s start with the end goal. And if the end goal is to have some sort of crossover that can be compelling, smart, cool for the fans,” Johnson continued.
The Rock further added, “Let’s get a temperature gauge if they’d like to see something like that. And then if they do, then let’s create it. I operate my businesses like that. I truly believe that anything can happen. Anything can happen with the right people and place, and the right leadership, having the right conversations.”
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Johnson Talked About Heading DC Films
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav recently said that they are seeking out their answer to Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige. The ‘Fast Five‘ actor was asked if he would like to helm the top position of DC.
“The best position that I could be for DC is one as an advisor, where I can help. I love DC. It’s in my blood,” Johnson said. “In the spirit of growing up with the DC Universe. I’m here to help in any way I can, including looking for and finding that right leader or leaders.”
The former wrestler also talked about how the DC characters were a part of his childhood. “As a little boy, I grew up loving the Super Friends, specifically Superman,” he said.
“I saw my first Black Adam comic and it was arresting to me. His face was intense. He looked cool, looked different, badass and had brown skin. So automatically I was relating to him. I am DC through and through.”