The next Batman: The Hollywood hunt begins for a new Caped Crusader

Warner Bros. and DC have begun the search for Hollywood's next Batman after Ben Affleck's departure from the marquee superhero role. If recent blockbuster movie history is any guide, a household name A-list actor might not be required. In an era of Marvel and DC domination at the box office, the comic book intellectual property is more important than the celebrity wearing the costume.