Matthew Lillard has made his desire to join the DC Universe (DCU) quite clear, hoping to catch the attention of filmmaker James Gunn. During a recent appearance at Los Angeles Comic Con, Lillard expressed his eagerness to be cast in a superhero role, stating, “I have wanted to be in a superhero world. I’ve wanted to be in [DCU]. If anyone’s curious: if you run into James Gunn, tell him I’m available.” Lillard, who is best known for voicing Shaggy Rogers in the Scooby-Doo franchise, has a long-standing friendship with Gunn, who wrote and directed the first two live-action Scooby-Doo films.
The actor didn’t shy away from expressing his enthusiasm for high-stakes scenarios commonly found in superhero narratives, remarking, “The stakes are really high. I like really high stakes. I’m not really the guy you hire for an office drama.” This passion for dynamic storytelling could lead to an exciting future role for him in the DCU.
In addition to his interest in the DC Universe, Lillard confirmed his involvement in Marvel’s Daredevil: Born Again season 2, which adds a new complexity to his career as he takes on the role of William Afton in the upcoming Five Nights at Freddy’s sequel. While he has hinted that his Daredevil character won’t be a superhero—claiming, “I don’t wear any Lycra. I know you’re sad”—fans are already speculating about future roles he could play in the DCU, with suggestions like the Riddler rising to the forefront.
With his upcoming projects, including the highly anticipated debut of Daredevil: Born Again on Disney Plus in March 2026 and Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 arriving in theaters on December 5, Lillard’s career is certainly on an upward trajectory. His request for a role in the DCU aligns well with his ambitions, and it is exciting to see where this journey may lead him. As the lines between rival comic universes blur and actors cross over into new roles, Lillard’s passion and versatility could very well land him a memorable part in the expansive world of DC.