Lex Luthor’s Lair: Nicholas Hoult in the Running for “Superman: Legacy”
In the cosmic clash between good and evil, Nicholas Hoult steps into the shoes of the bald-headed baddie Lex Luthor in the upcoming superhero flick “Superman: Legacy.” Forget about donning the iconic cape; Hoult’s got his eyes set on taking down the Last Son of Krypton.
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From Superhero to Supervillain: Nicholas Hoult Takes on Lex Luthor
Rumors swirled that Hoult might snag the lead role, but James Gunn, the maestro behind the DC Studios reboot, decided to cast him as the formidable Luthor. Maybe it’s the allure of a shiny bald head or just a deep-seated desire to foil Superman’s plans – who can resist such villainous charm?
Casting Chronicles: How Nicholas Hoult Nailed the Role in “Superman: Legacy
With the actors’ strike drama over, Gunn’s been playing casting director extraordinaire. He spilled the beans on social media, revealing that María Gabriela de Faría is joining the dark side as the sinister Engineer. On the hero front, Superman gets a squad: Green Lantern (Nathan Fillion), Hawkgirl (Isabela Merced), Mister Terrific (Edi Gathegi), and Metamorpho (Anthony Carrigan) are all in for the action.
The Bald and the Beautiful: Hoult’s Transformation into Lex Luthor Unveiled
“Superman: Legacy” marks the grand opening of DC Studios’ rebirth of the DC universe on the big and small screens. Gunn and his partner-in-crime Peter Safran made the big announcement in January, and despite the behind-the-scenes chaos, Gunn recently assured fans that the movie will hit theaters on July 11, 2025, as planned. Kudos to the production team for dodging more bullets than Superman himself.
Strike-Proof Cast: Nicholas Hoult’s Role Confirmed Amidst Actor’s Strike Fallout
Hoult’s not just twiddling his thumbs waiting for his supervillain debut. He’s got a full plate, starring in Clint Eastwood’s legal thriller “Juror #2,” lending his voice to Jon in the animated “Garfield,” and sinking his teeth into Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu” alongside Emma Corrin, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Bill Skarsgard. Looks like Lex Luthor isn’t the only one with a busy schedule!
