The United Kingdom is searching for a real-life superhero. While attention is focused on finding the next actor to play James Bond—and Rowan Atkinson is preparing to return to the stage as Mr. Bean—another British character has appeared on London’s streets: Batman.
The masked figure has reportedly been turning up repeatedly in the capital and doing good deeds, including paying people’s petrol bills. His appearances have left Londoners wondering who is behind the costume and what has motivated the mysterious acts of generosity.
Unlike the black knight from Monty Python and the Holy Grail, who continues fighting despite losing his limbs, London’s dark knight remains an unidentified figure. For now, the city can only speculate about the identity of the person playing Batman and funding the unexpected help.
Sources: Süddeutsche Zeitung.