Robin Williams
Was in talks to be in Tim Burton's second sequel to Batman. He reportedly declined, a decision he later regretted.
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Poll: Face-Off: Riddlers of "Batman" that Never Were
Poor old villain Riddler of "Batman" fame. The Joker seems to get the spotlight every time! He has been dropped more times from movie adaptations of Batman than a wet bar of soap in the shower! Holy Cow Batman! So this poll asks an obvious question.
Who do you think would have been the best Riddler that was up for the role that never was?
After voting, please discuss here.
Results of 322 votes:
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Johnny Depp
First choice by Christopher Nolan to play the Riddler in 'The Dark Knight Rises', the original main antagonist. That idea was dropped. Making it a role that never was. -
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Leonardo DiCaprio
Second choice by director Christopher Nolan to play the Riddler in 'The Dark Knight Rises'. -
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Michael Jackson
Was attached at one point to play the Riddler in 'Batman Forever' but he was ignored in favor of Robin Williams, who would eventually turn down the role. -
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Micky Dolenz
While Tim Burton was still slated to direct the film, 'Batman Forever' Micky Dolenz was considered to play The Riddler. After Burton dropped out, Robin Williams was offered the role by Warner Brothers…
