IGN recently did a decent casting call for the movie, but I thought I'd take a crack at it myself. (Their comics section also has a solid feature on how the flick should proceed thematically.) So:
Supes
Even though Superman Returns completely failed to deliver any of the things that make Superman great, I have to admit that Brandon Routh was perfectly cast. (And of course, Christopher Reeve is still the definitive screen Kryptonian.) Superman needs to be titanically charismatic, commanding, idealistic, and a bit of a goody two-shoes, with maybe a bit of distanced loneliness mixed in if there's time. I agree with IGN that an unknown might be best, since whoever plays the character must be Superman first and foremost (somebody like, say, Matt Damon is out, although I think he'd make a perfect Captain America). An off-the-top-of-my-head idea: he's way too young, but somebody like Jake Epstein, who you might remember as Craig Manning from Degrassi: The Next Generation.
Bats
The Justice League movie doesn't need the Batman-as-fearsome-backstreets-avenger bequeathed to us by Frank Miller and captured so well by Batman Begins. For the JL movie, we need Batman the detective, the thinking man's superhero as well as the lone human member of the team that keeps them grounded. I propose Clive Owen: he's been nearly typecast as the dark, intense type, but has also proven he can be more, and I think he'd bring the perfect amount of steely self-confidence needed for a Batman who's just one hero in a group of many. (Strangely, at least to me, IGN tapped Owen to play Hal Jordan.)
Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman is similar to Superman in that she needs to drip charisma—both characters essentially have to be like the biggest superstars in the world, multiplied by a thousand. Plus, she's obviously gotta be a statuesque Amazon. Tough call. A few months at the gym is a prerequisite for all the characters, but I pick Gretchen Mol. Basically, imagine a more severe version of her irresistably pure-of-heart turn in The Notorious Betty Page (the costume won't be a problem), armed with a magic lasso and totally capable of beating your ass.
Green Lantern
This character needs to be a fearless soldier with a heart of gold, who a bunch of aliens saw fit to turn into an intergalactic lawman. Assuming we're going with Hal Jordan, we're looking for Chuck Yeager crossed with Audie Murphy, equal parts Capra-esque decentness and pure, iron will. Bear with me here, but I think this could be a great role for Barry Pepper, who you may remember as the scene-stealing, ultra-devout Christian sniper from Saving Private Ryan. He's got the military angle down, and seems capable of the square-jawed righteousness that's such a prerequisite for GL.
Aquaman
IGN is exactly right about the Fisher King: he's such a generally ignored (albeit recognizable) character that he demands to be taken seriously in the film. What's key here is the different perspective; Aquaman cares about life under the sea as much as up topside, and is torn between the two worlds. (Although they need to be careful not to end up turning him into the much more interesting Namor.) I'd tap Guy Pearce, who's got the acting chops to take Aquaman seriously and who brought an effectively skewed perspective in Memento.
The Flash
Another tough call. A universally-known character who's never had a definitive screen incarnation, the Flash is pure Silver Age: light-hearted and a bit of a wiseacre, but ultimately as noble as anybody in the League. I think this could be the perfect role for Jason Segel to break out of Judd Apatow's comedy workshop: he's got that goofy, good-natured charm, and he seems to have a real touch of superhero potential in him, usually camouflaged by copious dick jokes. (Let the record show that I love all Apatow and company projects.)
Martian Manhunter
A key character, and another tough one to cast. Like Superman, MM is the last of his species, a lonely alien who's adopted Earth as his home planet and works tirelessly to keep its people safe. You need somebody big and intimidating but also compassionate, with more than a bit of tortured isolation. Although this might be a bit too outlandish a role for such a gifted actor, I nominate Christopher Meloni of Law & Order: SVU and Oz fame. He can play big and tough, but also with that haunted edge that's key for the Manhunter. (Sorry IGN, but even though Vin Diesel fits physically, I can't really see him doing this particular character justice.)
Green Arrow
For me, Green Arrow has to be in the movie. Not just because he's one of my favorite DC characters, but because along with Batman he provides another important counter-balance for the other members: Oliver Queen is a very human, very flawed, bleeding-heart, contrarian son of a bitch who drives everybody crazy. He's the rogue and the scoundrel of the group, the devil's advocate that keeps the League in touch with the man on the street. I think this could be a great turn for Ewan McGregor, who's got more range than he gets credit for and who's also stirred up some shit of his own by bad-mouthing his fellow celebrities. He's a natural Green Arrow.
I could go on, but that's the key team in my mind, and I think it could be a great one. I'm definitely anxious to see how this one plays out.
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