It was revealed yesterday, that Black Manta might be one of the villains of the solo Aquaman film according to The Wrap.
Casting lists started popping-up and one actor wants a chance at the role, it’s talented character Michael K. Williams. He tweeted out an enthusiastic response to a fan suggesting him for the role and we couldn’t be more on board with the idea.
Lets go!!RT @tommybIakes: Dear god please make it so that @BKBMG as Black Manta in the Aquaman movie pic.twitter.com/rCi55YI33i
— Michael K Williams (@BKBMG) August 11, 2016
Williams is best known for his lead roles on HBO shows The Wire and Boardwalk Empire, along with supporting roles in films like Triple 9, The Gambler, The Road and Robocop.
Aquman is set for release on July 27th, 2018.
SOURCE: MICHAEL K. WILLIAMSÂ