Ridley Scott Has Turned Down A Superhero Movie, And Here’s Why

Oscar-nominated director Ridley Scott has revealed that he was offered a superhero movie, but he passed on the opportunity. Speaking to Deadline, Scott said he remembers responding with, "'No thank you. Not for me.'" He didn't say if these were Marvel or DC films, however.

Scott--who is known for movies like Gladiator, Alien, Blade Runner, and Black Hawk Down--went on to say that he's already made a few superhero movies, at least according to his own definition.

"I think Sigourney Weaver’s a superhero in Aliens. I think Russell Crowe's a superhero in Gladiator. And Harrison Ford is the super anti-hero in Blade Runner. The difference is, the f**king stories are better."

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