- Primary Subject: Gorilla Grodd casting in the Superman spinoff series DC Crime
- Key Update: The role of Gorilla Grodd has been cast in the Superman spinoff series.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: July 9, 2026
- Quick Answer: Jimmy Tatro is set to play the telepathic villain Gorilla Grodd in DC Crime, an upcoming true-crime-style Superman spinoff series centering on Jimmy Olsen.
DC Studios has finally cast the role of Gorilla Grodd for the Superman spinoff series that is currently in the works right now. Which actor is playing the fan-favorite villain?
Aside from the sequel Man of Tomorrow, which is currently in production, DC Studios is also working on a true-crime-style spinoff series titled DC Crime, which will center on Jimmy Olsen investigating cases involving the supervillains in the DCU, with Gorilla Grodd being the main focus for the first season.
Now, as they are heading to production soon, the villain role has been locked.
Who is Playing Gorilla Grodd in the Superman Spinoff Series?
According to Deadline, American Vandal star Jimmy Tatro has been cast to play Gorilla Grodd in the Superman spinoff series DC Crime.
It remains unknown whether he will be performing the role in motion capture or if it's simply a voice-over performance for the actor.
In case you're not familiar, Gorilla Grodd is a super-intelligent, villainous gorilla who got his telepathic abilities from a strange meteorite's radiation. While he is mainly a rival to The Flash, he has also clashed with other heroes like Batman and Superman.
Considering that Tatro has done more comedic performances in the past, this suggests that this version of the character will also likely lean towards a comedic tone (which also fits the sensibilities for a series that has Jimmy Olsen as the lead), and it will be interesting to see this dynamic.
Nevertheless, this is exciting news for DCU fans since this is an indication that the project is indeed officially moving forward and they are setting up the character as one of the DC villains that fans can look forward to in this universe.
For now, stay tuned for more news and updates regarding DC Crime, as filming should start soon, and more casting news for other high-profile DC roles should come out in the weeks leading up to it.
What to Expect in DC Crime Superman Spinoff Series
DC Crime is shaping up to be a true-crime docuseries satire set within the DCU. Created, written, and showrun by Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault, the minds behind Netflix’s acclaimed mockumentary American Vandal, the show counts DC Studios bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran among its executive producers.
The series features Daily Planet photojournalist Jimmy Olsen, played by Skyler Gisondo (reprising his role from Superman). Olsen and his fellow Daily Planet reporters will investigate complex cases involving villainous metahumans. Season 1 will focus on the notorious DC villain Gorilla Grodd.
So far, no release window has been set yet for the series, but it will likely premiere on HBO Max sometime next year. It is one of the upcoming TV shows that are in the works as part of the DCU slate.
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