Pierce Brosnan Anticipates Returning as Doctor Fate in Upcoming DC Film
pierce Brosnan is prepared to don the Helmet of Fate once more, expressing his eagerness to reprise his role as Doctor Fate should James Gunn and DC Studios extend an invitation. The actor revealed his willingness in a recent interview with GQ, stating, “I enjoyed that, the beliefs of that character very much, and I would be open to it.” Brosnan also shared he’d heard rumors of Doctor Fate receiving his own dedicated project, potentially appearing in the forthcoming Superman film.
This news arrives as DC Studios continues to build its new cinematic universe, and despite Doctor Fate’s apparent death in Black Adam, Brosnan’s potential return signals the character’s continued relevance within the franchise. Kent Nelson, the iteration of Doctor Fate portrayed by Brosnan, is a founding member of the Justice Society in DC Comics, and James Gunn previously indicated the character’s presence in the universe’s history, even briefly fueling speculation about his appearance in a mural from Superman.
Brosnan’s portrayal of Doctor Fate in Black Adam was lauded for its depth and faithfulness to the character’s complex mythology. While his inclusion in 2027’s Man of Tomorrow remains unconfirmed, the actor’s enthusiasm and Gunn’s previous comments suggest the possibility of Doctor Fate’s continued story within the DC Universe.