Jimmy Tatro is reportedly in discussions to portray Gorilla Grodd in the upcoming DCU series centered on Jimmy Olsen.
Jimmy Tatro is reportedly in negotiations to join the DC Universe's upcoming Jimmy Olsen television series. Tatro is being considered for the role of Gorilla Grodd, a hyper-intelligent, telepathic ape with aspirations of ruling both human and simian societies.
The series, which may be titled DC Crime though this has been officially denied by James Gunn, will reportedly center on Jimmy Olsen, portrayed by Skyler Gisondo. The show is envisioned as a true crime documentary-style series hosted by Olsen.
The first season is expected to focus on the character of Gorilla Grodd, marking a significant departure for a series ostensibly about Superman's photographer friend. The ape villain's plans have historically been thwarted by The Flash.
This casting news emerges in the wake of the DCU film Supergirl's performance. The movie reportedly underperformed at the box office and received a negative score on Rotten Tomatoes, a point of discussion regarding the studio's broader strategy.
Despite any perceived setbacks, DC Studios leadership remains confident in their long-term vision for the franchise. The upcoming slate includes the Green Lantern Corps buddy cop series, Lanterns, slated for release in August.
James Gunn has previously stated that he pitched the concept for a Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Grodd series to Warner Bros. executives before his tenure officially began at DC Studios. This suggests a long-standing interest in the project.
The DCU's future projects are being carefully curated, with a focus on establishing a cohesive cinematic universe. Other announced series include Booster Gold and a Wonder Woman-adjacent show, indicating a diverse range of storytelling approaches.
