There are conflicting reports doing the rounds about which character Nicholas Hoult is in contention to play in Superman: Legacy.
THR's initial report mentioned that the Renfield star was up for the role of Lex Luthor, but Deadline later contradicted this by claiming that he was actually one of the actors being considered to play Clark Kent/Superman. Now, we're back around to Luthor again.
In THR's coverage of Rachel Brosnaham's response to the rumor that she's auditioned for the role of Lois Lane, the trade states that Hoult is now believed to be "the only person in consideration for Superman’s archenemy Lex Luthor."
Is it possible that Hoult read for both parts? It wouldn't be the first time an actor tested for two major characters in the same project.
As for Brosnaham, the trade notes that the Marvellous Mrs. Maisel star "delivered an outstanding audition for the spunky Daily Planet reporter but may be in the older range for what Gunn is hoping to achieve with his vision for the Man of Steel — one that focuses on Metropolis heroics with 20-something characters."
Gunn reportedly turned in the first draft of his script before the writers' strike, but that doesn't mean the production won't be impacted going forward.
“Superman: Legacy is the true foundation of our creative vision for the DC Universe. Not only is Superman an iconic part of DC lore, he is also a favorite character for comic book readers, viewers of earlier movies, and fans around the world," said Gunn during the DCU slate announcement. "I can’t wait to introduce our version of Superman who audiences will be able to follow and get to know across films, movies, animation and gaming.”
Superman: Legacy is set to hit theaters in 2025.
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