Having started his acting career at the tender age of five, Nicholas Hoult has since established a prosperous career in the Hollywood industry. From About a Boy to the upcoming installments of Mission: Impossible, the in-demand actor has remained busy for years. But that hasn’t stopped the X-Men: First Class alum from getting very candid about his disappointment in missing out on certain roles. A part he was particularly bummed out for being passed over for was that of The Batman in Matt Reeves’ 2022 crime thriller reimagining of the comic book character. But in a new interview, the actor explains why he wouldn’t have done "as good a job" behind the cowl as Robert Pattinson, and it makes a lot of sense.
During a recent interview, Nicholas Hoult revealed he had been passed over for a string of high-profile roles, including Batman, but in a subsequent interview with GQ España (via Variety), the actor made it clear that he remains content with his career. Hoult elaborated on the experience of losing out to Pattinson but expressed admiration for his portrayal of the iconic character. He also acknowledged that he may not have been the best fit for the caped crusader. He said:
