In a recent Q&A session at Los Angeles' American Cinematheque theater, actor Robert Downey Jr. revealed that he once pursued a role in Christopher Nolan's Batman movies. The 58-year-old actor confirmed that he had met with Nolan, the director of the films, to discuss playing the villain Scarecrow in 2005's Batman Begins.
Downey Jr. expressed his enthusiasm for the role, saying, 'I'm pretty sure I heard about [this role] and I was like, 'I'm Scarecrow.'' However, he sensed during the meeting that Nolan might not be fully invested in having him for the part. At the time, he thought Nolan seemed disinterested, which made him feel like the opportunity wouldn't materialize.
