Nicholas Hoult Confirmed as Lex Luthor in 'Superman: Legacy'

Director James Gunn announces casting, promises a 'Lex that will be different from anything you've seen before'.

James Gunn, director and co-CEO of DC Studios, has confirmed that actor Nicholas Hoult will be playing the iconic villain Lex Luthor in the upcoming film 'Superman: Legacy'.
The film, set to release in July 2025, will feature a new interpretation of Superman, with David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.
Other cast members include Anthony Carrigan as Rex Mason/Metamorpho, Edi Gathegi as Mr. Terrific, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as the Green Lantern Guy Gardner, and María Gabriela De Faría as Angela Spica/The Engineer.
Hoult's casting was a long-standing rumor, but was only recently finalized, according to Gunn.
Hoult has a diverse acting background, with roles in films like 'About a Boy', 'X-Men: First Class', 'Mad Max: Fury Road', and 'The Favourite'.