Last night, James Gunn posted some photos of the comic book covers adorning the walls of the Superman: Legacy art department office, and the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 director has now returned to Instagram to share an artist's depiction of one of the DC Characters that'll be making their big-screen debut in the upcoming DCU reboot.
The artwork spotlights Michael Holt, aka Mr. Terrific, who will be played by X-Men: First Class actor Edi Gathegi in the movie.
Gunn doesn't specify if this is official concept/promo art or a fan-made image, but it could give us some idea of the character design he'll be going for.
In the comics, Michael Holt is known as "the third-smartest man in the world." He's the second hero to take up the Mister Terrific mantle after Terry Sloane, and while he doesn't have any actual super-powers, his T-Spheres make him invisible to technology.
We're still not sure exactly how Holt will factor into the story, but Gunn has previously revealed that Superman's lives as both Clarke Kent and the Man of Steel will be explored in the film, suggesting that Mr. Terrific will be one of his "super friends." Whether they'll be part of an actual team or not remains to be seen.
“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 will star David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern Guy Gardner, and Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho.
Casting is currently underway for Lex Luthor, Jimmy Olsen and Perry White, and now that the WGA strikes has come to an end, announcements may be forthcoming.
The Righteous Gemstones actor Skyler Gisondo was recently rumored to be a "top choice" to play Jimmy, while brothers Alexander and Bill Skarsgård are said to have tested for Luthor along with one-time Superman candidate Nicholas Hoult. Gunn has yet to weigh in on any of these reports, however.
Barring any delays, production is scheduled to commence next January.