Michael Keaton is reportedly gearing up to make a grand comeback as Batman in The Flash, but details about his role in the upcoming film adaptation of the superhero television series are still few and far between. The All's Fair actor grabbed the attention of the comic book enthusiasts and movie buffs with his portrayal of the Caped Crusader in the late 80s and early 90s.

Keaton created substantial wealth with a myriad of high-profile parts. If reports doing the rounds online are anything to go by, he will be reprising his role as Batman in the impending film adaption of The Flash, expanding his already massive fortune. Back in 1989, moviegoers rushed to the theaters to see Keaton portray Gotham City’s beloved vigilante.

The film showed Batman going toe-to-toe against the Joker, portrayed by Jack Nicholson, and romance with Vicki Vale, portrayed by Kim Basinger. Before the movie was released, a large number of fans questioned the casting choice for Batman / Bruce Wayne, but Keaton buttoned their lips with his impressive performance.

Earning $411,348,924 worldwide, Batman turned out to be a critical as well as commercial success, Box Office Mojo report suggests. The next time, Keaton reprised his role as Batman was in the 1992 sequel dubbed Batman Returns. This time, the Dark Knight locked horns with Penguin, brought to life by Danny DeVito and Catwoman, played by Michelle Pfeiffer.

Despite earning less than the original, Batman Returns proved to be a blockbuster hit with the film franchise carrying on with Batman & Robin, and Batman Forever without Keaton playing Batman. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Keaton has created a noteworthy fortune of $40 million, which is likely to increase with a potential opportunity to work with the DC Universe.

One of many Michael Keaton fans claimed that the actor is the best Batman, while others say he rules as the DC characters. A large number of Batman enthusiasts believe that Keaton's portrayal of the superhero is better than any other actor who has donned the Batsuit, and much to their delight, it looks like Keaton will be gracing the big screen in the role.

Keaton is in talks to reprise Batman's role, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The hotly-anticipated film is slated to hit the theaters in 2021. Moreover, the outlet suggests Keaton could sign a multi-movie contract, meaning, he would not just return for Flash but a slew of other DC film projects.