Comic book movies are undoubtedly the big thing in Hollywood at the moment – but that doesn’t mean that fans of the genre are easily pleased. In fact, it’s quite the opposite – they’re some of the harshest and most critical fans in the world.

The reason for that is pretty simple – they have source material on which to base their opinions when it comes to movies that are based upon them. If the movies aren’t faithful to the comic books in any way, there is hell to pay (look at the fan reception given to the Mandarin in Iron Man 3, for example).

With that in mind, if characters aren’t depicted correctly on screen – or if an actor is deemed inappropriate to play a particular character – the fans often go mad.

With countless comic book movies planned over the next few years, a number of the confirmed character depictions have inevitably displeased fans – but we’re here to say they shouldn’t be concerned about some of the upcoming characters that have caused them to worry. This article will discuss them. Here are five upcoming comic book movie characters you’re expecting to hate (but will actually love).

Ben Affleck’s Batman

When Ben Affleck was first cast as Batman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the reaction from fans was as negative as any casting in the history of cinema – it really was that bad (there was actually a petition signed by thousands of people to have him removed from the project!).

The reaction largely stemmed from Affleck’s previous superhero performance as Daredevil – a movie which is generally regarded as one of the worst comic book movie offerings of all time – in which he played the titular hero.

That was twelve years ago back in 2003, however, and Affleck’s acting has improved significantly to the point that he is now one of the most in-demand stars in Hollywood.

Images of Affleck in-character as the Dark Knight (as well as some very brief clips) have allayed the fears of some fans with regards to his casting, but many remain unconvinced. However, we believe that he will be fantastic in the role and even the most staunch anti-Batfleck fans will be pleasantly surprised by his performances in the DC Extended Universe.