Superman: Legacy Casting Update: Nicholas Hoult in Talks for Lex Luthor

The upcoming superhero film 'Superman: Legacy' is reportedly close to securing actor Nicholas Hoult for the iconic role of Lex Luthor. Nicholas Hoult, known for his roles in the X-Men franchise and Mad Max: Fury Road, was previously considered for the role of Clark Kent but has now shifted his interest to portraying Superman's arch-nemesis.

James Gunn's 'Superman: Legacy' has already cast David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. With the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike, Warner Bros. is looking to finalize Hoult's deal. The movie, which is part of Gunn's revamped DC Universe, is set to maintain its July 11, 2025 release date, despite recent industry strikes.

Other actors confirmed for the DCU project include María Gabriela De Faría as The Engineer, Nathan Fillion, Edi Gathegi, Isabela Merced, and Anthony Carrigan in undisclosed superhero roles. The casting news for 'Superman: Legacy' continues to build anticipation for this fresh take on the beloved DC Comics character and his world.

With a star-studded cast, fans eagerly await further announcements and developments regarding this highly-anticipated DC superhero film.