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    Alexander Skarsgärd, "Tarzan" Warner Bros/Photofest publicity image Warner Bros. Pictures
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    Bill, Alexander Skarsgård on Lex Luthor Shortlist for “Superman: Legacy”

    Mary Anne ButlerBy Mary Anne ButlerJune 26, 20232 Mins Read
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    As we know, James Gunn is currently working on casting for his upcoming “Superman: Legacy” film. The aim of course is to once again reboot the cinematic legacy of the Last Son of Krypton, with yet another actor in the role. Last week, reports were coming out of Warner Bros. Pictures about screen tests with the key contenders.

    Nicholas Hoult “The Great” Hulu

    These tests includes those in the running for Clark Kent / Superman; Nicholas Hoult (“The Great,” “Mad Max: Fury Road“), David Corenswet (“House of Cards“), and Tom Brittney (“Grantchester“). And the current favorites for Lois Lane; Emma Mackey (“Barbie,” “Sex Education“), Phoebe Dynevor (“Bridgerton“), and Rachel Brosnahan (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel“). Also, we should mention these tests included full hair and makeup, which means THE suit. All three men were brought back for a second day, but only Mackey was on hand as Lois to read with them. Sure, this could mean she’s the frontrunner, but it could also just mean she was the only one available that day.

    Today, THR dropped some insight into the shortlist for another notable character within the Superman universe- his main foil, Lex Luthor. The criminal mastermind has had just as many films, cartoons, and television series actors as Superman, and is usually a key part in any early storylines for the superhero.

    Alexander Skarsgärd, “Tarzan” Warner Bros/Photofest publicity image Warner Bros. Pictures

    Two of the names apparently being considered as brothers Bill Skarsgård (“Hemlock Grove,” “IT”) and Alexander Skarsgård (“Tarzan,” “Succession“). They are the sons of Stellan Skarsgård (“Dune,” “Thor“), and brothers of fellow actor, Gustaf Skarsgård (“Vikings,” “Westworld“). We don’t know who else might be on that list, but Hoult *could* theoretically be on it if he doesn’t make the Superman cut.

    Bill Skarsgård for GQ (https://www.gq.com/story/bill-skarsgard-cruel-summer)

    “Superman: Legacy,” which Gunn will write and direct, currently has a release date of July 11th, 2025.

    We’ll let you know what else we hear about this and other news.

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    Mary Anne Butler (Mab) has been part of the fast-paced world of journalism since she was 15, getting her start in album reviews and live concert coverage for a nationally published (print) music magazine. She eventually transitioned to online media, writing for such sites as UGO/IGN, ComicsOnline, Geek Magazine, Ace of Geeks, Aggressive Comix (where she is still Editor-in-Chief), Bleeding Cool (where she was News Editor), and now Nerdbot as Editor-In-Chief. Over the past 10 years, she’s built a reputation at conventions across the globe as a cosplayer (occasionally), photographer (constantly), panelist and moderator (mostly), and reporter (always). Interviews, reviews, observations, breaking news, and objective reporting are the name of the game for the founder of Harkonnen Knife Fight, a Dune-themed band with an international presence. Though she be but little, she is fierce.

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