Tom Hiddleston, the beloved actor behind Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has just dropped a bombshell that might surprise even his most devoted fans. But here’s where it gets controversial: his pick for the best superhero movie of all time isn’t from the Marvel universe at all. In a recent interview on the Happy Sad Confused podcast (via CinemaBlend), Hiddleston didn’t hesitate to name Batman (1989), directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson, as his top choice. And this is the part most people miss—he didn’t even mention a Marvel film! For someone so deeply tied to Marvel, this DC-centric choice is a bold departure. But let’s be honest, could he really pick a Marvel movie he’s not in as the best of all time? Probably not. Still, his choice is a nostalgic nod to a film that introduced many of us to the superhero genre. Tim Burton’s Batman was dark, quirky, and utterly unforgettable—a true game-changer that paved the way for the blockbuster superhero films we know today. It’s a pick that makes you want to revisit the film, which is conveniently available on HBO Max and other platforms. But here’s the real question: does Hiddleston’s DC love mean he’s secretly eyeing a role in the DC Universe? Or is he just a fan like the rest of us? Let us know what you think in the comments—is Batman (1989) truly the best superhero movie ever, or does Hiddleston’s Marvel bias make this choice a bit too bold?
