Internet talk has it that Superman movie director McG is considering Oscar nominee Johnny Depp to play Lex Luthor in the film. Also, a rumor that Beyonce would be cast as Daily Planet reporter Lois Lane has been discounted, according to Ain't It Cool News.
Hellboy's Selma Blair is among those up for the part of the intrepid journalist. No definitive word yet on who will play the Man of Steel.