James Gunn’s Superman seems to have a new update. According to an industry insider, the film would be featuring characters from the upcoming Dcu animated series Creature Commandos. The news has led fans to speculate which character would be making an appearance, with most convinced that Amanda Waller will be the one.
Waller has been an important part of the DC Universe since the days of the Dceu. The role was played by Viola Davis in Suicide Squad and The Suicide Squad, acting as a recruiter of metahumans and villains. The character is also set to receive her own spinoff series Waller after her appearance in the show Peacemaker.
Dcu’s Creature Commandos Character Set To Feature In James Gunn’s Superman A still from James Gunn’s Superman | Credits: DC Studios
James Gunn’s new and improved Dcu is all set to begin with his directorial Superman. Starring...
Waller has been an important part of the DC Universe since the days of the Dceu. The role was played by Viola Davis in Suicide Squad and The Suicide Squad, acting as a recruiter of metahumans and villains. The character is also set to receive her own spinoff series Waller after her appearance in the show Peacemaker.
Dcu’s Creature Commandos Character Set To Feature In James Gunn’s Superman A still from James Gunn’s Superman | Credits: DC Studios
James Gunn’s new and improved Dcu is all set to begin with his directorial Superman. Starring...
- 6/12/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Exclusive: James Gunn has just announced on Instagram that Mean Girls and Saturday Night Live alum Tim Meadows is joining the second season of DC’s Max series The Peacemaker opposite John Cena.
Meadows will play Langston Fleury.
In addition, Deadline has separately learned that Superbad filmmaker Greg Mottola will be helming a few episodes. Gunn teased that he production on season 2 of Peacemaker back in April, with Gunn also helming some of the episodes.
Previously announced, Frank Grillo is reprising his role of Rick Flag Sr. the character he voices in Gunn’s upcoming animated series Creature Commandos.
Gunn is currently shooting Superman. Toward the end of the month, the production, which has been lensing in Atlanta, will move to Cleveland.
At one point during its run and the early days of streamer HBO Max, Peacemaker was a widely viewed series, and its Feb. 17, 2022 finale broke the record for...
Meadows will play Langston Fleury.
In addition, Deadline has separately learned that Superbad filmmaker Greg Mottola will be helming a few episodes. Gunn teased that he production on season 2 of Peacemaker back in April, with Gunn also helming some of the episodes.
Previously announced, Frank Grillo is reprising his role of Rick Flag Sr. the character he voices in Gunn’s upcoming animated series Creature Commandos.
Gunn is currently shooting Superman. Toward the end of the month, the production, which has been lensing in Atlanta, will move to Cleveland.
At one point during its run and the early days of streamer HBO Max, Peacemaker was a widely viewed series, and its Feb. 17, 2022 finale broke the record for...
- 6/12/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
The Boys star Jack Quaid has commented on the showrunner Eric Kripke’s tweet about the series finally coming to an end. Kripke announced on June 11 ahead of the Season 4 premiere that the fifth season will mark the end of The Boys. Quaid confirmed the news and shared that it has indeed been the creator’s plan for a long time. The actor is sure that Kripke and the amazing team of writers will deliver an incredible finale.
Jack Quaid in Eric Kripke’s The Boys | Prime Video
Kripke shared in his tweet that he was thrilled to bring the climax of the series to the audiences soon. With the new announcement, the showrunner has avoided a Supernatural-like situation, where he had to leave after 5 seasons because he felt sloppier with the creative by the fifth season.
Jack Quaid Responds To Eric Kripke’s Decision To Pull The Plug On...
Jack Quaid in Eric Kripke’s The Boys | Prime Video
Kripke shared in his tweet that he was thrilled to bring the climax of the series to the audiences soon. With the new announcement, the showrunner has avoided a Supernatural-like situation, where he had to leave after 5 seasons because he felt sloppier with the creative by the fifth season.
Jack Quaid Responds To Eric Kripke’s Decision To Pull The Plug On...
- 6/12/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Meet the dealmakers and litigators who made the cut for THR‘s 18th annual list of the entertainment industry’s most powerful legal advocates. These 100 standouts — listed alphabetically along with their practice area, firm and law school alma mater — negotiate the pacts and fight the battles that keep the cameras rolling.
James Adams
Talent
Schreck Rose
Cornell
John Krasinski re-upped his multiyear first-look deal at Paramount (in addition to releasing If and acting in the upcoming heist film Fountain of Youth). It also was a big year for clients Kevin Hart (he’s filming Peacock’s Fight Night ) and Natasha Lyonne, whose series Poker Face was renewed at Peacock and whose production company, Animal Pictures, just signed a deal with Cindy Holland-led Sister.
My guilty TV pleasure “Below Deck.”
Michael Auerbach
Talent
Jackoway Austen
NYU
Client David Corenswet nabbed the role of Superman in James Gunn’s reboot; showrunner...
James Adams
Talent
Schreck Rose
Cornell
John Krasinski re-upped his multiyear first-look deal at Paramount (in addition to releasing If and acting in the upcoming heist film Fountain of Youth). It also was a big year for clients Kevin Hart (he’s filming Peacock’s Fight Night ) and Natasha Lyonne, whose series Poker Face was renewed at Peacock and whose production company, Animal Pictures, just signed a deal with Cindy Holland-led Sister.
My guilty TV pleasure “Below Deck.”
Michael Auerbach
Talent
Jackoway Austen
NYU
Client David Corenswet nabbed the role of Superman in James Gunn’s reboot; showrunner...
- 6/12/2024
- by Alison Brower, Editor
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
As James Gunn steers the helm of the new DC Universe, we’re all on the edge of our seats with anticipation. While our screens won’t light up with David Corenswet’s portrayal of the Man of Steel until 2025, the film is nearing the final stages of filming, with a wrap said to be scheduled for July.
But what does it mean for fans as some begin to voice their concerns over the latest detail about Superman? The Daily Planet, an iconic cornerstone of the Superman mythos, is back in the spotlight with a fresh look for Gunn’s Chapter 1, ‘Gods and Monsters’, set to initiate a grand vision for DC Studios.
David Corenswet as Superman in Superman | Instagram @jamesgunn
Recently, a glimpse of the new Daily Planet set was shared, offering a tempting glimpse into Gunn and Peter Safran’s expansive plans. Despite not catching sight of the actors,...
But what does it mean for fans as some begin to voice their concerns over the latest detail about Superman? The Daily Planet, an iconic cornerstone of the Superman mythos, is back in the spotlight with a fresh look for Gunn’s Chapter 1, ‘Gods and Monsters’, set to initiate a grand vision for DC Studios.
David Corenswet as Superman in Superman | Instagram @jamesgunn
Recently, a glimpse of the new Daily Planet set was shared, offering a tempting glimpse into Gunn and Peter Safran’s expansive plans. Despite not catching sight of the actors,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
In 2022, rising out against the pandemic and towards a box office resurrection, The Batman from Matt Reeves starring Robert Pattinson also went down as one of the most fan-favorite outings of the character. Featuring a young version of the Caped Crusader, who had just begun his work in ridding the streets of Gotham, crime-free, the movie amassed acclaim for a number of creative decisions that had never made their way to the big screens before, making fans clamor and demand for more.
Robert Pattinson in Matt Reeves’ The Batman | DC Studios
The smooth sailing of the Batman banner under the new direction continued to flourish until a rejig of DC Studios happened later that year. As Peter Safran and James Gunn took over as the new co-chiefs and the DC Extended Universe that began with Zack Snyder headed to the scrapyard, apprehensions followed for the Reeves’ verse.
Fortunately, the project...
Robert Pattinson in Matt Reeves’ The Batman | DC Studios
The smooth sailing of the Batman banner under the new direction continued to flourish until a rejig of DC Studios happened later that year. As Peter Safran and James Gunn took over as the new co-chiefs and the DC Extended Universe that began with Zack Snyder headed to the scrapyard, apprehensions followed for the Reeves’ verse.
Fortunately, the project...
- 6/12/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
As filming continues on James Gunn's Dcu Superman (FKA Superman: Legacy) reboot in Cleveland, Ohio, the city streets are in the process of being transformed into Metropolis, and a brief video from the set has now been shared online.
The footage gives us a quick glimpse of several store-fronts, one of which is displaying the Daily Planet logo.
As you can see, the lettering is very similar to early comic book versions, but it's missing the iconic newspaper's signature globe. This isn't the actual Daily Planet building, however, so there's always a chance the classic logo will still sit atop the skyscraper.
The movie was recently shooting in Lagrange, Georgia, which was doubling for the Kent Farm and surrounding area. Though the shot doesn't reveal anything aside from a stunning woodland skyline, Gunn has taken to Instagram to share a new photo from the set.
Production crews are transforming...
The footage gives us a quick glimpse of several store-fronts, one of which is displaying the Daily Planet logo.
As you can see, the lettering is very similar to early comic book versions, but it's missing the iconic newspaper's signature globe. This isn't the actual Daily Planet building, however, so there's always a chance the classic logo will still sit atop the skyscraper.
The movie was recently shooting in Lagrange, Georgia, which was doubling for the Kent Farm and surrounding area. Though the shot doesn't reveal anything aside from a stunning woodland skyline, Gunn has taken to Instagram to share a new photo from the set.
Production crews are transforming...
- 6/12/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Matt Bomer is speaking out against what he sees as the “weaponization” of sexuality in Hollywood.
Bomer revealed during The Hollywood Reporter’s “Awards Chatter” podcast that he allegedly lost out on landing the lead role for axed DC film “Superman: Flyby” after being outed as gay.
“It looked like I was the director’s choice for the role,” Bomer said. “I signed a three-picture deal at Warner Bros.”
When asked on the podcast whether his sexual orientation affected his casting, Bomer said, “Yeah, that’s my understanding. That was a time in the industry when something like that could still really be weaponized against you. How, and why, and who [outed me], I don’t know.”
Bomer even exited CBS soap opera “Guiding Light” amid the audition process for “Superman: Flyby.”
“I went in on a cattle call for ‘Superman,’ [which] turned into a one-month audition experience where I was auditioning again and again and again,...
Bomer revealed during The Hollywood Reporter’s “Awards Chatter” podcast that he allegedly lost out on landing the lead role for axed DC film “Superman: Flyby” after being outed as gay.
“It looked like I was the director’s choice for the role,” Bomer said. “I signed a three-picture deal at Warner Bros.”
When asked on the podcast whether his sexual orientation affected his casting, Bomer said, “Yeah, that’s my understanding. That was a time in the industry when something like that could still really be weaponized against you. How, and why, and who [outed me], I don’t know.”
Bomer even exited CBS soap opera “Guiding Light” amid the audition process for “Superman: Flyby.”
“I went in on a cattle call for ‘Superman,’ [which] turned into a one-month audition experience where I was auditioning again and again and again,...
- 6/11/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
In 2016, Zack Snyder launched Ben Affleck as the Dark Knight in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. The outing marked DC Studios’ next big take on the character following the immense acclaim received just years earlier with the Christian Bale version helmed by Christopher Nolan. However, unlike its predecessor, the ambitious, dark, gritty, and unhinged Dceu version failed to strike a chord at the box office, with a canonical wipeout coming in with 2023’s The Flash.
Robert Pattinson in and as The Batman by Matt Reeves | DC Studios
On the other side, amid this change of universes, real-life developments involved James Gunn and Peter Safran taking over as the new DC Studios co-chiefs. Meanwhile, away from all such happenings stood Matt Reeves, who kick-started another version of the Caped Crusader with Robert Pattinson at the helm with his The Batman flick hitting the theaters in 2022. Remarkably, the outing did wonders...
Robert Pattinson in and as The Batman by Matt Reeves | DC Studios
On the other side, amid this change of universes, real-life developments involved James Gunn and Peter Safran taking over as the new DC Studios co-chiefs. Meanwhile, away from all such happenings stood Matt Reeves, who kick-started another version of the Caped Crusader with Robert Pattinson at the helm with his The Batman flick hitting the theaters in 2022. Remarkably, the outing did wonders...
- 6/11/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Original plans called for The Flash to end with Michael Keaton's Batman in the Dceu. He'd have gone on to appear in Batgirl and Batman Beyond, likely meeting Ben Affleck's Caped Crusader in Crisis on Infinite Earths.
DC Studios scrapped all of those ideas, and the plan is to introduce a new Batman in Andy Muschietti's The Brave and the Bold. That story will revolve around Bruce Wayne training his son, Damian, as Robin, adapting elements from Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's Batman and Robin.
We still don't know who is writing the movie and, based on several comments from DC Studios co-ceo James Gunn, the Caped Crusader is still a long way from being cast in the Dcu.
The Boys and Supernatural star Jensen Ackles remains a fan-favourite choice to play the Dcu's Caped Crusader, and he's no stranger to the role after lending his voice...
DC Studios scrapped all of those ideas, and the plan is to introduce a new Batman in Andy Muschietti's The Brave and the Bold. That story will revolve around Bruce Wayne training his son, Damian, as Robin, adapting elements from Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's Batman and Robin.
We still don't know who is writing the movie and, based on several comments from DC Studios co-ceo James Gunn, the Caped Crusader is still a long way from being cast in the Dcu.
The Boys and Supernatural star Jensen Ackles remains a fan-favourite choice to play the Dcu's Caped Crusader, and he's no stranger to the role after lending his voice...
- 6/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
At a time when the Marvel Cinematic Universe had just aired The Avengers on the big screen and laid claim as the best interconnected comic universe to date, DC Studios came up with its own iteration just a year later. In 2013, Zack Snyder kick-started the DC Extended Universe with his Man of Steel starring Henry Cavill as the titular lead. However, instead of competing head-to-head with the Iron Man producing studio, it went down with sweeping division.
Henry Cavill as Superman in Man of Steel by Zack Snyder | DC Studios
A set of decisions taken by the 300 director completely altered the latest 21st-century live-action appearance of the red cape. All of it eventually led to critical and box office failures that led to the entire lore crumbling down with 2017’s Justice League. Finally, in October 2022, Peter Safran and James Gunn took over as the co-chiefs of DC Studios and announced...
Henry Cavill as Superman in Man of Steel by Zack Snyder | DC Studios
A set of decisions taken by the 300 director completely altered the latest 21st-century live-action appearance of the red cape. All of it eventually led to critical and box office failures that led to the entire lore crumbling down with 2017’s Justice League. Finally, in October 2022, Peter Safran and James Gunn took over as the co-chiefs of DC Studios and announced...
- 6/10/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
As work continues on DC Studios' Superman reboot, filmmaker James Gunn has shared another behind-the-scenes photo featuring the movie's cast...and a couple of friends.
In his Threads post, we see Mikaela Hoover (Cat Grant), Christopher McDonald (Ron Troupe), Wendell Pierce (Perry White), and Pruitt Taylor Vince (Pa Kent), along with some unnamed producers and Guardians of the Galaxy star Michael Rooker.
Gunn insists that his old pal only stopped by for a visit, though it was rumoured a while back that he's been cast as Lois Lane's father, General Sam Lane. While we don't necessarily expect Rooker to appear in Superman, it's not outside the realm of possibility despite Gunn's claims to the contrary.
The Superman writer and director also recently answered a fan question on Facebook about whether Jonathan Kent will be alive in the movie, bluntly responding with, "Well, I don't think I'd hire Pruitt to...
In his Threads post, we see Mikaela Hoover (Cat Grant), Christopher McDonald (Ron Troupe), Wendell Pierce (Perry White), and Pruitt Taylor Vince (Pa Kent), along with some unnamed producers and Guardians of the Galaxy star Michael Rooker.
Gunn insists that his old pal only stopped by for a visit, though it was rumoured a while back that he's been cast as Lois Lane's father, General Sam Lane. While we don't necessarily expect Rooker to appear in Superman, it's not outside the realm of possibility despite Gunn's claims to the contrary.
The Superman writer and director also recently answered a fan question on Facebook about whether Jonathan Kent will be alive in the movie, bluntly responding with, "Well, I don't think I'd hire Pruitt to...
- 6/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Cameras are still rolling on James Gunn's Superman reboot and even though the filmmaker has said he'll miss Comic-Con, we're hoping something from the movie will be shared in Hall H.
A teaser trailer is possible, if somewhat unlikely, but DC Studios could do with winning sceptical fans over after sharing that divisive first shot of David Corenswet suited up as the Man of Tomorrow.
In the meantime, the clapperboard/slate from Superman has been revealed and it puts that eye-catching new logo front and centre. Inspired by Kingdom Come and some of the hero's earliest comic book adventures, it makes for a striking piece of imagery.
While this logo was used in The CW's Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover when Brandon Routh donned it to play an older version of Superman Returns' Clark Kent, those DC TV shows weren't exactly mainstream. As a result, many moviegoers who aren't...
A teaser trailer is possible, if somewhat unlikely, but DC Studios could do with winning sceptical fans over after sharing that divisive first shot of David Corenswet suited up as the Man of Tomorrow.
In the meantime, the clapperboard/slate from Superman has been revealed and it puts that eye-catching new logo front and centre. Inspired by Kingdom Come and some of the hero's earliest comic book adventures, it makes for a striking piece of imagery.
While this logo was used in The CW's Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover when Brandon Routh donned it to play an older version of Superman Returns' Clark Kent, those DC TV shows weren't exactly mainstream. As a result, many moviegoers who aren't...
- 6/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Mikaela Hoover and Christopher McDonald have joined the cast of 'Superman'.Director James Gunn currently has the movie - which will star David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane - in production in Atlanta, and he has been taking steps to fill out the supporting cast for the project.According to the Hollywood Reporter, Mikaela - who previously worked with the director on films including 'Guardians of the Galaxy', 'The Suicide Squad' and 'The Belko Experiment' - will play Cat Grant, who was depicted in the comic books as a gossip columnist who has her eyes set on Clark. The character most notably appeared in CW's 'Supergirl', where she was played by Calista Flockhart.Meanwhile, screen newcomer Christopher will play Ron Troupe, one of the Daily Planet's best reporters who, in the comic books, goes on to...
- 6/9/2024
- by Viki Waters
- Bang Showbiz
Much has been made of the upcoming Superman project which will star David Corenswet as the titular character. The first movie under the new Dcu banner is being headed entirely by the chief James Gunn, who is both the director and the screenwriter for this project.
Set for a July 2025 release, not much is known about the film, which was previously titled Superman: Legacy.
Dcu head James Gunn | Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)
With the project under production currently, it seems as if Gunn has his fair share of peculiar demands, even when it comes to the background actors who will be featured in it. A recent X post details the kind of asks that have been made with respect to the background actors, and a motion capture performer that the creators are currently looking to hire.
James Gunn’s Superman looking for ‘petite’ motion capture performer, will pay extra for...
Set for a July 2025 release, not much is known about the film, which was previously titled Superman: Legacy.
Dcu head James Gunn | Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)
With the project under production currently, it seems as if Gunn has his fair share of peculiar demands, even when it comes to the background actors who will be featured in it. A recent X post details the kind of asks that have been made with respect to the background actors, and a motion capture performer that the creators are currently looking to hire.
James Gunn’s Superman looking for ‘petite’ motion capture performer, will pay extra for...
- 6/8/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
We got a first look at the new LexCorp logo earlier today, and as filming continues on James Gunn's Dcu Superman reboot in Cleveland, Ohio, these videos from the Headlands Beach State Park set give us a glimpse of some stunt rehearsals.
The footage was shot from quite a distance away, but we can make out several figures practising combat moves in the sand.
Are these stunt performers or some of the actors from the movie? It's very difficult to tell, but there's been speculation that the guy in the black shirt moving into shot from the left might be David Corenswet (he certainly has the right build).
At the very least, this confirms that we're going to see some super-powered individuals engage in a hand-to-hand scrap.
Check out the videos at the links below, and let us know what you think in the comments section.
Stunt rehearsals for Superman!
The footage was shot from quite a distance away, but we can make out several figures practising combat moves in the sand.
Are these stunt performers or some of the actors from the movie? It's very difficult to tell, but there's been speculation that the guy in the black shirt moving into shot from the left might be David Corenswet (he certainly has the right build).
At the very least, this confirms that we're going to see some super-powered individuals engage in a hand-to-hand scrap.
Check out the videos at the links below, and let us know what you think in the comments section.
Stunt rehearsals for Superman!
- 6/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Aside from a few blurry shots of Gabriela de Faría's Engineer, we've yet to see any noteworthy photos from the set of Superman. On the few occasions the movie has been shot in the open, the set has been surrounded by barricades to hide what's happening from fans and photographers.
In many ways, we can't complain about that because it maintains the element of surprise. Still, it's frustrating to not get any sneak peeks as those more often than not build excitement for movies like this one.
Regardless, some new snaps have surfaced today and while there are no cast members on hand, we do get to see the updated LuthorCorp logo. This looks like a makeshift military base, though it's unclear whether Lex Luthor has anything to do with what's happening here.
Interestingly, later comic books have rebranded LuthorCop as LexCorp (a decision filmmaker James Gunn doesn't may not...
In many ways, we can't complain about that because it maintains the element of surprise. Still, it's frustrating to not get any sneak peeks as those more often than not build excitement for movies like this one.
Regardless, some new snaps have surfaced today and while there are no cast members on hand, we do get to see the updated LuthorCorp logo. This looks like a makeshift military base, though it's unclear whether Lex Luthor has anything to do with what's happening here.
Interestingly, later comic books have rebranded LuthorCop as LexCorp (a decision filmmaker James Gunn doesn't may not...
- 6/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
It seems we’ll be seeing a lot of the Daily Planet in James Gunn’s Superman, as the director has assembled quite the cast of characters to fill the ranks of the newspaper. THR reports that Mikaela Hoover and Christopher McDonald have joined the cast of Superman as Cat Grant and Ron Troupe, respectively.
Cat Grant is a gossip columnist who was introduced as a potential love interest for Clark Kent. The character was created by Marv Wolfman and Jerry Ordway and has made the leap to live-action several times before, notably by Tracy Scoggins in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman and by Calista Flockhart in Supergirl. As for Ron Troupe, the character was created by Jerry Ordway and Tom Grummett and is regarded as one of the Daily Planet’s best reporters. In other Daily Planet casting news, it was announced earlier this week that...
Cat Grant is a gossip columnist who was introduced as a potential love interest for Clark Kent. The character was created by Marv Wolfman and Jerry Ordway and has made the leap to live-action several times before, notably by Tracy Scoggins in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman and by Calista Flockhart in Supergirl. As for Ron Troupe, the character was created by Jerry Ordway and Tom Grummett and is regarded as one of the Daily Planet’s best reporters. In other Daily Planet casting news, it was announced earlier this week that...
- 6/7/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Superman director James Gunn recently shared an Instagram photo with several actors from the Dcu reboot, leading to speculation that the two new faces in the pic had joined the cast.
Sure enough, THR is now reporting that Mikaela Hoover and Christopher MacDonald will appear in the movie as Clark Kent and Lois Lane's fellow Daily Planet newshounds.
Hoover will play Cat Grant, "a gossip columnist who had her eyes set on Kent," and MacDonald is playing Ron Troupe, "one of the best reporters in the newsroom."
Hoover has appeared in several previous Gunn-directed and produced movies such as Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad and The Belko Experiment. McDonald - not to be confused with the veteran Happy Gilmore actor - is a newcomer to the screen.
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Gunn revealed our first look at David Corenswet...
Sure enough, THR is now reporting that Mikaela Hoover and Christopher MacDonald will appear in the movie as Clark Kent and Lois Lane's fellow Daily Planet newshounds.
Hoover will play Cat Grant, "a gossip columnist who had her eyes set on Kent," and MacDonald is playing Ron Troupe, "one of the best reporters in the newsroom."
Hoover has appeared in several previous Gunn-directed and produced movies such as Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad and The Belko Experiment. McDonald - not to be confused with the veteran Happy Gilmore actor - is a newcomer to the screen.
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Gunn revealed our first look at David Corenswet...
- 6/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
James Gunn’s Superman has added Mikaela Hoover (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3) and Christopher MacDonald to its cast, sources have confirmed to Deadline.
The pair will respectively play Cat Grant and Ron Troupe, a pair of reporters for the Daily Planet, where Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) works. David Corenswet leads the ensemble as Clark Kent/Superman, with Nicholas Hoult as the villain Lex Luthor. Others set for roles in the highly anticipated Warner Bros feature, as previously announced, include Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Skyler Gisondo, María Gabriela de Faría, Sara Sampaio and Beck Bennett, to name just a few.
The first title in a revamped DC slate overseen by studio bosses Gunn and Peter Safran, Superman will follow the superhero of the same name as he looks to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way,...
The pair will respectively play Cat Grant and Ron Troupe, a pair of reporters for the Daily Planet, where Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) works. David Corenswet leads the ensemble as Clark Kent/Superman, with Nicholas Hoult as the villain Lex Luthor. Others set for roles in the highly anticipated Warner Bros feature, as previously announced, include Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Skyler Gisondo, María Gabriela de Faría, Sara Sampaio and Beck Bennett, to name just a few.
The first title in a revamped DC slate overseen by studio bosses Gunn and Peter Safran, Superman will follow the superhero of the same name as he looks to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Mikaela Hoover and newcomer Christopher MacDonald are the latest actors to join the cast of James Gunn’s “Superman,” which is currently in production.
The duo will be playing Daily Planet staffers Cat Grant and Ron Troupe. Earlier this week, “SNL” Alum Beck Bennet also joined the Daily Planet masthead as Sports editor Steve Lombard.
Created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Jerry Ordway, Cat Grant first appeared in 1987’s “The Adventures of Superman” #424 as a gossip columnist for the Daily Planet. On the small screen Cat Grant was previously played by Tracy Scoggins in “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman” and Calista Flockhart in the “Arrowverse” television series “Supergirl.”
Ron Troupe first debuted in 1991’s “The Adventures of Superman” #480 and was created by Jerry Ordway and Tom Grummett. In the DC Comics, Troupe is best known as a straight-laced, levelheaded reporter who took over Clark Kent’s...
The duo will be playing Daily Planet staffers Cat Grant and Ron Troupe. Earlier this week, “SNL” Alum Beck Bennet also joined the Daily Planet masthead as Sports editor Steve Lombard.
Created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Jerry Ordway, Cat Grant first appeared in 1987’s “The Adventures of Superman” #424 as a gossip columnist for the Daily Planet. On the small screen Cat Grant was previously played by Tracy Scoggins in “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman” and Calista Flockhart in the “Arrowverse” television series “Supergirl.”
Ron Troupe first debuted in 1991’s “The Adventures of Superman” #480 and was created by Jerry Ordway and Tom Grummett. In the DC Comics, Troupe is best known as a straight-laced, levelheaded reporter who took over Clark Kent’s...
- 6/7/2024
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
James Gunn is filling out the Daily Planet newsroom.
Mikaela Hoover and Christopher McDonald have joined the cast of Gunn’s Superman, the inaugural movie of DC Studios.
The feature is currently in production in Atlanta with David Corenswet starring as Clark Kent/Superman, and Rachel Brosnahan playing Daily Planet reporter Lois Lane.
The duo will have company on the news desk. Earlier this week, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Saturday Night Live alum Beck Bennett had joined the production to play Steve Lombard, a blowhard and self-serving reporter who in the comics serves as a foil to boy scout reporter Kent.
Sources tell THR that Hoover is playing Cat Grant, who in the comics was a gossip columnist who had her eyes set on Kent. The character, created by Marv Wolfman and Jerry Ordway, has appeared in several TV shows, most notably in CW’s Supergirl in which she was played by Calista Flockhart.
Mikaela Hoover and Christopher McDonald have joined the cast of Gunn’s Superman, the inaugural movie of DC Studios.
The feature is currently in production in Atlanta with David Corenswet starring as Clark Kent/Superman, and Rachel Brosnahan playing Daily Planet reporter Lois Lane.
The duo will have company on the news desk. Earlier this week, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Saturday Night Live alum Beck Bennett had joined the production to play Steve Lombard, a blowhard and self-serving reporter who in the comics serves as a foil to boy scout reporter Kent.
Sources tell THR that Hoover is playing Cat Grant, who in the comics was a gossip columnist who had her eyes set on Kent. The character, created by Marv Wolfman and Jerry Ordway, has appeared in several TV shows, most notably in CW’s Supergirl in which she was played by Calista Flockhart.
- 6/7/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Ever since James Gunn took over the DC franchise, a lot of changes have taken place. While the head honcho has been criticized for certain decisions that saw Henry Cavill’s shocking exit from the franchise, he has also created a lot of excitement through future DC projects that he has envisioned.
DC head James Gunn (image credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)
One of the highly anticipated movies to come out of the Gunn regime is the Superman film directed by him which is due to release in 2025. While David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult have already been cast in the marquee roles, the latest reports coming in confirm the presence of former SNL star Beck Bennett who will play Daily Mail reporter Steve Lombard.
James Gunn Ropes in This SNL Comedian For His Superman Film
James Gunn’s Superman project has been gaining a lot of attention right...
DC head James Gunn (image credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)
One of the highly anticipated movies to come out of the Gunn regime is the Superman film directed by him which is due to release in 2025. While David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult have already been cast in the marquee roles, the latest reports coming in confirm the presence of former SNL star Beck Bennett who will play Daily Mail reporter Steve Lombard.
James Gunn Ropes in This SNL Comedian For His Superman Film
James Gunn’s Superman project has been gaining a lot of attention right...
- 6/7/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
With the unofficial beginning of summer — Memorial Day — come and gone, the season has entered full swing. Several of the summer weekends will be crowded at the box office with sometimes three releases competing on similar dates. With action films like Bad Boys: Ride Or Die, A Quiet Place: Day One and Twisters taking us through July, some animated adventures like Inside Out 2 and Despicable Me 4 will provide fun for whole families.
Deadpool 3 will cap off July with a new Marvel installment from Shawn Levy, Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, making way for more sinister films ahead of fall like M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap and Alien: Romulus. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice deserves an honorable mention although it won’t hit theaters until September to lead into spooky season and October.
Related: Summer Box Office Pines For $3 Billion: ‘Garfield’ Could Scratch ‘Furiosa’, ‘Beetlejuice 2’ Might See Best Opening Just Outside...
Deadpool 3 will cap off July with a new Marvel installment from Shawn Levy, Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, making way for more sinister films ahead of fall like M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap and Alien: Romulus. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice deserves an honorable mention although it won’t hit theaters until September to lead into spooky season and October.
Related: Summer Box Office Pines For $3 Billion: ‘Garfield’ Could Scratch ‘Furiosa’, ‘Beetlejuice 2’ Might See Best Opening Just Outside...
- 6/7/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
Yesterday, we shared a speculative report about former Saturday Night Live cast member Beck Bennett potentially joining the cast of James Gunn's Superman.
Several hours later, the Hollywood trades confirmed the casting and Gunn has since revealed Bennett's role. As expected, he's playing The Daily Planet's Steve Lombard.
The character was created by Cary Bates and Curt Swan and first appeared in 1973's Superman #264. On the page, Lombard is a sports reporter, and later a sports anchor, for The Daily Planet, the same newspaper where Clark Kent and Lois Lane work.
Known for his brash and often arrogant personality, Lombard is depicted as a former professional football player who brings his jock mentality to the newsroom. He is notorious for playing practical jokes on his colleagues, especially Clark Kent, whom he perceives as a mild-mannered and unassuming reporter.
Despite his antics, Lombard is portrayed as a competent journalist and...
Several hours later, the Hollywood trades confirmed the casting and Gunn has since revealed Bennett's role. As expected, he's playing The Daily Planet's Steve Lombard.
The character was created by Cary Bates and Curt Swan and first appeared in 1973's Superman #264. On the page, Lombard is a sports reporter, and later a sports anchor, for The Daily Planet, the same newspaper where Clark Kent and Lois Lane work.
Known for his brash and often arrogant personality, Lombard is depicted as a former professional football player who brings his jock mentality to the newsroom. He is notorious for playing practical jokes on his colleagues, especially Clark Kent, whom he perceives as a mild-mannered and unassuming reporter.
Despite his antics, Lombard is portrayed as a competent journalist and...
- 6/6/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
With great action comes great effort. Glen Powell teased “one of the most incredible action sequences of all time” in this summer’s Twisters, coming July 19.
The actor recounted his experience shooting the storm sequence in a Fandango’s Big Ticket interview, which he says “all happens in a oner.” The appearance was pegged to the film’s tickets going on sale.
“We shot that in December, with a rain machine,” Powell says in the clip. “One of the coldest nights I’ve ever experienced, getting dragged across a pool by a wire. I think it was the most physical thing that I’ve ever done.”
Daisy Edgar-Jones, Powell’s Twisters co-star, agrees “completely,” she says.
“You’re talking about humans getting sucked up into a tornado,” Powell continues. “But you’re recreating what it’s like to be getting hit by debris and all that stuff. So you’re...
The actor recounted his experience shooting the storm sequence in a Fandango’s Big Ticket interview, which he says “all happens in a oner.” The appearance was pegged to the film’s tickets going on sale.
“We shot that in December, with a rain machine,” Powell says in the clip. “One of the coldest nights I’ve ever experienced, getting dragged across a pool by a wire. I think it was the most physical thing that I’ve ever done.”
Daisy Edgar-Jones, Powell’s Twisters co-star, agrees “completely,” she says.
“You’re talking about humans getting sucked up into a tornado,” Powell continues. “But you’re recreating what it’s like to be getting hit by debris and all that stuff. So you’re...
- 6/6/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Lee Isaac Chung’s Twisters sequel will receive its Italian premiere at this year’s Taormina Film Festival, which takes place July 12 to July 19 in southern Italy.
Twisters will screen at the festival’s historic Teatro Antico amphitheater. This year’s event will mark the festival’s 70th edition. The film will be released in Italian theatres on July 17 via Warner Bros. Pictures and will hit North American cinemas on July 19 via Universal Pictures.
“I am grateful to Warner Bros. for this wonderful gift, which confirms one of our programming guidelines: relying on diversity of styles,” said Marco Müller, artistic director of the Taormina Film Festival. “With Twisters, Lee Isaac Chung has gone from his Academy Award-winning drama Minari to deliver a spectacular cinematic event speaking to an even wider audience.”
Twisters is billed as “a sweeping current-day chapter of the 1996 blockbuster.” The film stars Golden Globe nominee Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kate Cooper, a former storm chaser, and Glen Powell who plays Tyler Owens, a charming and reckless social media superstar. The synopsis reads: Two opposing forces, come together to try to predict, and possibly tame, the immense power of tornadoes.
The cast also features Golden Globe nominee Anthony Ramos (In The Heights), Brandon Perea (Nope), Golden Globe awardee Maura Tierney (Beautiful Boy), and Sasha Lane (American Honey), along with David Corenswet (the upcoming Superman), Daryl McCormack (Peaky Blinders), Kiernan Shipka (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) and Nik Dodani (Atypical).
Producers are Frank Marshall (the Jurassic Park and Indiana Jones franchises) and Patrick Crowley (the Jurassic Park and Bourne franchises). The film was written by Mark L. Smith, screenwriter of The Revenant, from a story by Joseph Kosinski, based on characters created by Michael Crichton & Anne-Marie Martin.
The Taormina Film Festival is promoted and organised by the Fondazione Taormina Arte Sicilia with the support of the Assessorato del Turismo dello Sport e dello Spettacolo della Regione Siciliana of the Sicilia Film Commission, the Municipality of Taormina and the Ministry of Culture–General Directorate for Cinema and Audiovisual (MiC).
Twisters will screen at the festival’s historic Teatro Antico amphitheater. This year’s event will mark the festival’s 70th edition. The film will be released in Italian theatres on July 17 via Warner Bros. Pictures and will hit North American cinemas on July 19 via Universal Pictures.
“I am grateful to Warner Bros. for this wonderful gift, which confirms one of our programming guidelines: relying on diversity of styles,” said Marco Müller, artistic director of the Taormina Film Festival. “With Twisters, Lee Isaac Chung has gone from his Academy Award-winning drama Minari to deliver a spectacular cinematic event speaking to an even wider audience.”
Twisters is billed as “a sweeping current-day chapter of the 1996 blockbuster.” The film stars Golden Globe nominee Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kate Cooper, a former storm chaser, and Glen Powell who plays Tyler Owens, a charming and reckless social media superstar. The synopsis reads: Two opposing forces, come together to try to predict, and possibly tame, the immense power of tornadoes.
The cast also features Golden Globe nominee Anthony Ramos (In The Heights), Brandon Perea (Nope), Golden Globe awardee Maura Tierney (Beautiful Boy), and Sasha Lane (American Honey), along with David Corenswet (the upcoming Superman), Daryl McCormack (Peaky Blinders), Kiernan Shipka (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) and Nik Dodani (Atypical).
Producers are Frank Marshall (the Jurassic Park and Indiana Jones franchises) and Patrick Crowley (the Jurassic Park and Bourne franchises). The film was written by Mark L. Smith, screenwriter of The Revenant, from a story by Joseph Kosinski, based on characters created by Michael Crichton & Anne-Marie Martin.
The Taormina Film Festival is promoted and organised by the Fondazione Taormina Arte Sicilia with the support of the Assessorato del Turismo dello Sport e dello Spettacolo della Regione Siciliana of the Sicilia Film Commission, the Municipality of Taormina and the Ministry of Culture–General Directorate for Cinema and Audiovisual (MiC).
- 6/6/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Yesterday, it was announced that Beck Bennett is set to join the cast of the upcoming ‘Superman,’ currently filming in Georgia. Bennett will be alongside David Corenswet as Clark Kent, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.
Speculations about Bennett’s role circulated until James Gunn clarified on his private Instagram account that Bennett will be playing Steve Lombard.
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Beck Bennett is known for his work as a comedian, actor, and writer, primarily gaining recognition as a cast member on “Saturday Night Live.” He showcased his comedic skills through various characters and impressions on the show. Bennett has also appeared in numerous television shows and films.
In the upcoming ‘Superman’ movie, Bennett’s role as Steve Lombard isn’t central to the story. He seems to be there mostly for comic relief. Lombard, a...
Speculations about Bennett’s role circulated until James Gunn clarified on his private Instagram account that Bennett will be playing Steve Lombard.
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Beck Bennett is known for his work as a comedian, actor, and writer, primarily gaining recognition as a cast member on “Saturday Night Live.” He showcased his comedic skills through various characters and impressions on the show. Bennett has also appeared in numerous television shows and films.
In the upcoming ‘Superman’ movie, Bennett’s role as Steve Lombard isn’t central to the story. He seems to be there mostly for comic relief. Lombard, a...
- 6/6/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Yesterday news broke that Beck Bennett is joining the cast of the upcoming ‘Superman’ which is currently shooting in Georgia. Bennett will be joining David Corenswet’s Clark Kent, Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor, and Rachel Brosnahan’s Lois Lane.
Fans speculated on the role until James Gunn cleared it up on his private Instagram account revealing it to be that of Steve Lombard.
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Beck Bennett is notable for his work as a comedian, actor, and writer. He gained fame as a cast member on the long-running sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live’, where he presented his comedic talents through various characters and impressions. Bennett has also appeared in numerous television shows and films.
As far as his role in the upcoming ‘Superman’ goes, Steve Lombard is not exactly a vital character in the story and we can...
Fans speculated on the role until James Gunn cleared it up on his private Instagram account revealing it to be that of Steve Lombard.
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Beck Bennett is notable for his work as a comedian, actor, and writer. He gained fame as a cast member on the long-running sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live’, where he presented his comedic talents through various characters and impressions. Bennett has also appeared in numerous television shows and films.
As far as his role in the upcoming ‘Superman’ goes, Steve Lombard is not exactly a vital character in the story and we can...
- 6/6/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
James Gunn’s Superman is still in the midst of production in Atlanta, and it’s been reported that Beck Bennett, best known for Saturday Night Live, has joined the cast as a “notable reporter” at the Daily Planet.
The initial reports didn’t specify exactly who Beck Bennett plays in Superman, but James Gunn confirmed on Instagram that he would play Steve Lombard, a brash and arrogant sports reporter who enjoys playing childish practical jokes on Clark Kent. A recently released photo of several Superman cast members included Bennett, who is seen with a mustache, which Lombard typically sports.
Related Everything We Know About James Gunn’s Superman
Superman stars David Corenswet (Pearl) as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Ms. Maisel) as Lois Lane. The cast also includes Nathan Fillion (The Rookie) as Guy Gardner, a charismatic and slightly obnoxious member of the Green Lantern Corps; Isabela Merced...
The initial reports didn’t specify exactly who Beck Bennett plays in Superman, but James Gunn confirmed on Instagram that he would play Steve Lombard, a brash and arrogant sports reporter who enjoys playing childish practical jokes on Clark Kent. A recently released photo of several Superman cast members included Bennett, who is seen with a mustache, which Lombard typically sports.
Related Everything We Know About James Gunn’s Superman
Superman stars David Corenswet (Pearl) as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Ms. Maisel) as Lois Lane. The cast also includes Nathan Fillion (The Rookie) as Guy Gardner, a charismatic and slightly obnoxious member of the Green Lantern Corps; Isabela Merced...
- 6/5/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Saturday Night Live veteran Beck Bennett has joined the cast of James Gunn’s inaugural DC Studios movie, Superman.
The feature is currently in production in Atlanta with David Corenswet starring as Clark Kent/Superman, and Rachel Brosnahan playing Daily Planet reporter Lois Lane. The cast also includes Nicholas Hoult as villain Lex Luthor.
The movie will feature classic members of Superman’s supporting characters, such as Jimmy Olsen being played by Skyler Gisondo, Eve Teschmacher (Sara Sampaio) and Daily Planet editor in chief Perry White (Wendell Pierce).
It will also feature a variety of DC heroes. Edi Gathegi is playing Mister Terrific, Anthony Carrigan is Metamorpho, Isabela Merced is Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion is Guy Gardner and María Gabriela de Faría is playing The Engineer.
Sources say that Bennett will play one of the notable reporters at the Daily Planet. DC Studios had no comment.
Bennett spent eight seasons on SNL,...
The feature is currently in production in Atlanta with David Corenswet starring as Clark Kent/Superman, and Rachel Brosnahan playing Daily Planet reporter Lois Lane. The cast also includes Nicholas Hoult as villain Lex Luthor.
The movie will feature classic members of Superman’s supporting characters, such as Jimmy Olsen being played by Skyler Gisondo, Eve Teschmacher (Sara Sampaio) and Daily Planet editor in chief Perry White (Wendell Pierce).
It will also feature a variety of DC heroes. Edi Gathegi is playing Mister Terrific, Anthony Carrigan is Metamorpho, Isabela Merced is Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion is Guy Gardner and María Gabriela de Faría is playing The Engineer.
Sources say that Bennett will play one of the notable reporters at the Daily Planet. DC Studios had no comment.
Bennett spent eight seasons on SNL,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“SNL” alum Beck Bennett is the latest actor to join the cast of James Gunn’s “Superman,” which is currently in production.
Details about Bennett’s role are being kept under wraps.
“Superman” is the inaugural DC Studios film and is part of “Chapter One: Gods and Monsters” of the relaunch of the new DC Universe.
The “Superman” cast features Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor and David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel. Other cast members include Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer and Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho. Additionally, Skyler Gisondo joined the cast as Jimmy Olsen and Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher. Wendell Pierce is playing Daily Planet Editor-in-Chief Perry White. Recently Pruitt Taylor Vince joined the cast as Jonathan Kent with Neva Howell playing Martha Kent.
Bennett...
Details about Bennett’s role are being kept under wraps.
“Superman” is the inaugural DC Studios film and is part of “Chapter One: Gods and Monsters” of the relaunch of the new DC Universe.
The “Superman” cast features Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor and David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel. Other cast members include Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer and Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho. Additionally, Skyler Gisondo joined the cast as Jimmy Olsen and Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher. Wendell Pierce is playing Daily Planet Editor-in-Chief Perry White. Recently Pruitt Taylor Vince joined the cast as Jonathan Kent with Neva Howell playing Martha Kent.
Bennett...
- 6/5/2024
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
There's been chatter online for a while that James Gunn's Superman might include Steve Lombard. While it's still not confirmed, a new behind-the-scenes photo of the movie's cast has sent speculation into overdrive.
As you'll see below, Saturday Night Live alum Beck Bennett was spotted alongside the cast and crew, leaving many fans convinced he's playing the Daily Planet's cocky sports columnist.
He may have just been visiting friends, of course, but the facial hair does feel like a dead giveaway!
In the comics, Lombard - created by Cary Bates and Curt Swan in 1973's Superman #264 - is a sports reporter and later sports anchor for the Daily Planet, the same newspaper where Clark Kent and Lois Lane work.
Known for his brash and often arrogant personality, Steve is depicted as a former professional football player who brings his jock mentality to the newsroom. He is notorious for playing practical jokes on his colleagues,...
As you'll see below, Saturday Night Live alum Beck Bennett was spotted alongside the cast and crew, leaving many fans convinced he's playing the Daily Planet's cocky sports columnist.
He may have just been visiting friends, of course, but the facial hair does feel like a dead giveaway!
In the comics, Lombard - created by Cary Bates and Curt Swan in 1973's Superman #264 - is a sports reporter and later sports anchor for the Daily Planet, the same newspaper where Clark Kent and Lois Lane work.
Known for his brash and often arrogant personality, Steve is depicted as a former professional football player who brings his jock mentality to the newsroom. He is notorious for playing practical jokes on his colleagues,...
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The upcoming ‘Superman’ movie, codenamed Genesis, is currently being filmed in Troup County, doubling as Smallville, Kansas. Production is set to continue in the area until June 14th, while most filming occurs in Atlanta.
Pre-production has commenced on Stovall Rd., and equipment is stored at the former Whitesville Road Middle School. According to Lagrange News, casting calls have been made for children’s roles to be filmed on June 6th.
The movie, set to hit theaters on July 11, 2025, features David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, among others. Directed by James Gunn, the film signals the dawn of a new era for the DC Universe. Filming kicked off in February 2024, marking the first standalone Superman movie since 2013’s ‘Man of Steel.’
While the production of such an iconic film promises economic benefits and potential tax breaks, not everyone is pleased.
Pre-production has commenced on Stovall Rd., and equipment is stored at the former Whitesville Road Middle School. According to Lagrange News, casting calls have been made for children’s roles to be filmed on June 6th.
The movie, set to hit theaters on July 11, 2025, features David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, among others. Directed by James Gunn, the film signals the dawn of a new era for the DC Universe. Filming kicked off in February 2024, marking the first standalone Superman movie since 2013’s ‘Man of Steel.’
While the production of such an iconic film promises economic benefits and potential tax breaks, not everyone is pleased.
- 6/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The upcoming ‘Superman’ movie codenamed Genesis, is being filmed in Troup County, serving as a stand-in for Smallville, Kansas. Production is scheduled in the area until June 14th, with the bulk of filming taking place in Atlanta.
The production setup began recently, with pre-production currently underway on Stovall Rd. and equipment stored at the former Whitesville Road Middle School. Casting calls indicate roles for children to be filmed on June 6th according to Lagrange News.
The film, slated for release on July 11, 2025, stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, among others. Directed by James Gunn, the movie marks the beginning of a new DC Universe era. Filming commenced in February 2024, making it the first solo Superman movie since 2013’s ‘Man of Steel.’
And while the filming of such an iconic movie will certainly boost the economy and will offer some lucrative tax breaks,...
The production setup began recently, with pre-production currently underway on Stovall Rd. and equipment stored at the former Whitesville Road Middle School. Casting calls indicate roles for children to be filmed on June 6th according to Lagrange News.
The film, slated for release on July 11, 2025, stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, among others. Directed by James Gunn, the movie marks the beginning of a new DC Universe era. Filming commenced in February 2024, making it the first solo Superman movie since 2013’s ‘Man of Steel.’
And while the filming of such an iconic movie will certainly boost the economy and will offer some lucrative tax breaks,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Beck Bennett is an iconic actor known for voicing the role of voicing the role of Grayson Mathers in season 33 of The Simpsons. Alongside having other projects to his name, Bennett is also known for being an acclaimed part of Saturday Night Live.
Beck Bennett in a still from Saturday Night Live | Broadway Video
As per recent reports, the actor and comedian was spotted somewhere where he wouldn’t be normally seen. Being on the set of James Gunn and David Corenswet’s upcoming film Superman, Bennett boasted of a mustache that looks very familiar!
Beck Bennett Allegedly Joins David Corenswet’s Superman!
Although nothing can be confirmed or denied yet, the presence of Beck Bennett alongside the cast of David Corenswet and James Gunn’s Superman doesn’t seem like just a coincidence. Bennett, who is known for being an acclaimed member of Saturday Night Live and voicing a character in The Simpsons,...
Beck Bennett in a still from Saturday Night Live | Broadway Video
As per recent reports, the actor and comedian was spotted somewhere where he wouldn’t be normally seen. Being on the set of James Gunn and David Corenswet’s upcoming film Superman, Bennett boasted of a mustache that looks very familiar!
Beck Bennett Allegedly Joins David Corenswet’s Superman!
Although nothing can be confirmed or denied yet, the presence of Beck Bennett alongside the cast of David Corenswet and James Gunn’s Superman doesn’t seem like just a coincidence. Bennett, who is known for being an acclaimed member of Saturday Night Live and voicing a character in The Simpsons,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Launched back in 2013 with Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel starring Henry Cavill as the lead, the DC live-action connected universe aka the Dceu finally succumbed to its own box-office and critical failures following the release of Justice League. Taking control of the remnants and determined to start over with a clean slate came James Gunn and Peter Safran, the former almost ready to kick-start it all with Superman.
James Gunn, David Corenswet, and the cast of Superman | James Gunn on Instagram
Starring David Corenswet as the next wearer of the red cape, The Suicide Squad director will mark his second DC directorial project and the first in the new universe. Planned meticulously, the film has now taken full steam after initial restructurings and title changes. Furthermore, its latest move comes across as a double-edged sword, with one side being in fans’ favor, but the other bearing severe inconvenience to a few US residents.
James Gunn, David Corenswet, and the cast of Superman | James Gunn on Instagram
Starring David Corenswet as the next wearer of the red cape, The Suicide Squad director will mark his second DC directorial project and the first in the new universe. Planned meticulously, the film has now taken full steam after initial restructurings and title changes. Furthermore, its latest move comes across as a double-edged sword, with one side being in fans’ favor, but the other bearing severe inconvenience to a few US residents.
- 6/4/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Among DC fans, Michael Rosenbaum is notable for his portrayal of Lex Luthor in Smallville, which James Gunn previously deemed his favorite iteration of the character onscreen. Apart from Luthor, Rosenbaum has also voiced several other DC characters, including Deadman, Kid Flash, and Barry Allen, across shows like Batman Beyond, Static Shock, Teen Titans, etc.
However, his stint in the realm of superheroes isn’t just limited to DC, as thanks to his good pal Gunn, the actor landed the role of Martinex in the Guardians of the Galaxy films. But per the actor, his role in the films was initially supposed to be a lot bigger than it ended up being.
Michael Rosenbaum Will Gladly Return for More Martinex
James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
When it comes to dealing with a huge cast in superhero flicks, few do it better than James Gunn. Not only...
However, his stint in the realm of superheroes isn’t just limited to DC, as thanks to his good pal Gunn, the actor landed the role of Martinex in the Guardians of the Galaxy films. But per the actor, his role in the films was initially supposed to be a lot bigger than it ended up being.
Michael Rosenbaum Will Gladly Return for More Martinex
James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
When it comes to dealing with a huge cast in superhero flicks, few do it better than James Gunn. Not only...
- 6/4/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
While his work on his reboot version of DC’s cinematic universe as its co-ceo is yet to be seen, James Gunn has displayed his charming directing flair in quite a few other projects that were nothing short of lovable.
Besides the fan-favorite The Suicide Squad from the DC Universe being one of them, he is also credited with helming the MCU masterpiece, Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy.
James Gunn. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
That being said, while the trilogy was pretty much perfect, some fans might still hold a grudge against Gunn for a decision he took for Michael Rosenbaum, i.e. the actor who played Lex Luthor in the television series.
This was because the filmmaker decided to sideline Rosenbaum’s character in the trilogy for the MCU, i.e., Martinex, in a rather humiliating way.
James Gunn’s Gotg Trilogy Brutally Sidelined Michael Rosenbaum’s Character...
Besides the fan-favorite The Suicide Squad from the DC Universe being one of them, he is also credited with helming the MCU masterpiece, Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy.
James Gunn. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
That being said, while the trilogy was pretty much perfect, some fans might still hold a grudge against Gunn for a decision he took for Michael Rosenbaum, i.e. the actor who played Lex Luthor in the television series.
This was because the filmmaker decided to sideline Rosenbaum’s character in the trilogy for the MCU, i.e., Martinex, in a rather humiliating way.
James Gunn’s Gotg Trilogy Brutally Sidelined Michael Rosenbaum’s Character...
- 6/4/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Could it be time for a familiar face to soar once again through the DC universe? Michael Rosenbaum, whose turn as the infamous Lex Luthor earned him a legion of fans in Alfred Gough & Miles Millar’s iconic Smallville series, may just have the key to unlocking his return to James Gunn’s Dcu—under one clear, heartfelt condition.
With a candid moment tinged with possibilities, Rosenbaum recently shared that he would be thrilled to play the incredibly complex villain, given the right pitch and call from his friend James Gunn. The Smallville series followed Clark (played by Tom Welling) as he learned about his Kryptonian ancestry and eventually underwent the training that would prepare him to become Superman.
Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor in Smallville | Warner Bros. Television
Also, the series told the staggering tale of Lex Luthor and how, in hindsight, he came to be the Man of Steel’s greatest adversary.
With a candid moment tinged with possibilities, Rosenbaum recently shared that he would be thrilled to play the incredibly complex villain, given the right pitch and call from his friend James Gunn. The Smallville series followed Clark (played by Tom Welling) as he learned about his Kryptonian ancestry and eventually underwent the training that would prepare him to become Superman.
Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor in Smallville | Warner Bros. Television
Also, the series told the staggering tale of Lex Luthor and how, in hindsight, he came to be the Man of Steel’s greatest adversary.
- 6/4/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Superman is set to be the first major installment of James Gunn’s new and improved Dcu. However, it seems that the shadow of the Dceu is never going to stop haunting WB, as Snyder’s version of the DC Mythos still seems to be the benchmark for a whole section of the fandom that the new Dcu is going to be measured against.
David Corenswet as Superman in Superman: Legacy | IGN on X
Despite all the efforts being taken to create a new cohesive universe that could bring fans a brilliantly shared continuity across multiple films, there seems to be a lot of criticisms that are being levied at the film without even a proper trailer or even a teaser. The Dcu seems to be unable to escape the shadow of the Dceu, as a slew of fans have found yet another aspect of James Gunn’s version of Superman to critique.
David Corenswet as Superman in Superman: Legacy | IGN on X
Despite all the efforts being taken to create a new cohesive universe that could bring fans a brilliantly shared continuity across multiple films, there seems to be a lot of criticisms that are being levied at the film without even a proper trailer or even a teaser. The Dcu seems to be unable to escape the shadow of the Dceu, as a slew of fans have found yet another aspect of James Gunn’s version of Superman to critique.
- 6/2/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Recent reports reveal that Warner Bros. Television is in the early stages of developing a TV series prequel to 300, much to the delight of fans waiting for more context to the world of the epic movie. Adding fuel to the fire is the return of none other than Zack Snyder to Warner Bros. What adds an extra layer of intrigue to the whole situation is the tumultuous history shared between the two parties.
Zack Snyder and Gerard Butler on the sets of 300 | WB
This unexpected collab has not only led people to be excited about the project but also triggered some intense discussions among fans, particularly those loyal to James Gunn and to those who are to Snyder. As they fight it out and speculate all the possible scenarios, anticipation mounts for the upcoming project.
Zack Snyder in Talks to Return to Warner Bros for 300 Prequel Series...
Zack Snyder and Gerard Butler on the sets of 300 | WB
This unexpected collab has not only led people to be excited about the project but also triggered some intense discussions among fans, particularly those loyal to James Gunn and to those who are to Snyder. As they fight it out and speculate all the possible scenarios, anticipation mounts for the upcoming project.
Zack Snyder in Talks to Return to Warner Bros for 300 Prequel Series...
- 6/2/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Lex Luthor is one of the most formidable yet fan-favorite villains of DC comics. Thanks to his unparalleled intellect and vast reach, the character has always been a menace for the Man of Steel. Superman has time and again used his strength to battle and put Luthor’s menacing plans to rest, throughout the countless issues of DC comics.
Lex Luthor | DC Comics
As Lex Luthor is to make his live-action debut in the newly revamped DC universe by James Gunn, to be portrayed by Nicholas Hoult, he is sure to be written after the many DC comic narratives involving the character. However, one plan of his in the comics is so diabolical that Gunn would never even adapt it in David Corenswet’s Superman franchise.
James Gunn Would Never Base His Lex Luthor After This One Comic Book Issue Robot Lois Lane and Lex Luthor in Action Comics #890 | DC...
Lex Luthor | DC Comics
As Lex Luthor is to make his live-action debut in the newly revamped DC universe by James Gunn, to be portrayed by Nicholas Hoult, he is sure to be written after the many DC comic narratives involving the character. However, one plan of his in the comics is so diabolical that Gunn would never even adapt it in David Corenswet’s Superman franchise.
James Gunn Would Never Base His Lex Luthor After This One Comic Book Issue Robot Lois Lane and Lex Luthor in Action Comics #890 | DC...
- 6/1/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
As filming for James Gunn's Superman continues, production has moved to Lagrange, Georgia, which will be the location for the scenes taking place at the Kent Farm.
No matter where his adventures took him, the Man of Steel has always returned home to see his folks in all previous Superman-based movies and TV shows, and it seems the upcoming Dcu reboot will be no different.
While they don't reveal very much, the first photos from the set have now been shared online. We're not sure if one of these buildings is the actual Kent home, as they may simply be other structures on or around the property.
"Pa" and "Ma" Kent will be played by Pruitt Taylor Vince and Neva Howell.
First images of the Kent farm from 'Superman' pic.twitter.com/d3qZqL1ard
— Nerd Talks (@NerdTalksShow) June 1, 2024
Kent Farm for James Gunn’s Superman!#Dcu #Superman pic.
No matter where his adventures took him, the Man of Steel has always returned home to see his folks in all previous Superman-based movies and TV shows, and it seems the upcoming Dcu reboot will be no different.
While they don't reveal very much, the first photos from the set have now been shared online. We're not sure if one of these buildings is the actual Kent home, as they may simply be other structures on or around the property.
"Pa" and "Ma" Kent will be played by Pruitt Taylor Vince and Neva Howell.
First images of the Kent farm from 'Superman' pic.twitter.com/d3qZqL1ard
— Nerd Talks (@NerdTalksShow) June 1, 2024
Kent Farm for James Gunn’s Superman!#Dcu #Superman pic.
- 6/1/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The course of the DC Universe changed forever following the James Gunn and Peter Safran takeover. The duo of new co-chairs made a slew of decisions about existing characters and storylines that altered the canon and showed fan-favorite stars such as Henry Cavill, the exit door. However, the Guardians of the Galaxy director’s rise to the top can largely be attributed to his stint as the visionary of 2021’s The Suicide Squad.
John Cena as Peacemaker | DC Studios
Soon after, he returned to helm the Peacemaker series, starring John Cena and once again took it high up in critical acclaim. The rising popularity of the character, thanks to the wrestler-actor’s brilliant performances, paved the way for a comeback in the upcoming The Suicide Squad Isekai anime series. Featuring prominently in its trailers, the botched moral equivalent of Marvel’s Captain America has undergone a complete makeover, unleashing a pure maniacal outlook.
John Cena as Peacemaker | DC Studios
Soon after, he returned to helm the Peacemaker series, starring John Cena and once again took it high up in critical acclaim. The rising popularity of the character, thanks to the wrestler-actor’s brilliant performances, paved the way for a comeback in the upcoming The Suicide Squad Isekai anime series. Featuring prominently in its trailers, the botched moral equivalent of Marvel’s Captain America has undergone a complete makeover, unleashing a pure maniacal outlook.
- 6/1/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
While we may very much not understand the need to recast Henry Cavill with David Corenswet for the new Superman movie, we do recognize the new Man of Steel star’s acting chops. For many people, Corenswet is still a dark horse, but thankfully, there’s a perfect movie to get a good look at his performance… As long as you don’t mind being covered in grime and guts through the screen, that is.
Pearl’s Story Is Downright Harrowing
America, 1918, a small farm isolated from the outer world to avoid the Spanish Flu. A young woman called Pearl is struggling with her obligations to her demanding mother, paralyzed father, and off-to-war husband.
She’s mentally unstable, psychotic, and wants to live the fancy life she sees in the movies instead of staying on the farm in the middle of nowhere caring for people she doesn’t love.
Once...
Pearl’s Story Is Downright Harrowing
America, 1918, a small farm isolated from the outer world to avoid the Spanish Flu. A young woman called Pearl is struggling with her obligations to her demanding mother, paralyzed father, and off-to-war husband.
She’s mentally unstable, psychotic, and wants to live the fancy life she sees in the movies instead of staying on the farm in the middle of nowhere caring for people she doesn’t love.
Once...
- 5/31/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
After the Dune 2 popcorn bucket came out to be a viral hit among fans, Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds promised his version of the popcorn bucket ahead of the release of his upcoming MCU movie Deadpool & Wolverine. Recently, Reynolds teased the detailed look of the official popcorn bucket of the highly anticipated Marvel movie.
Ryan Reynolds in Deadpool & Wolverine. Credit: Walt Disney Studios
Marvel prepares Deadpool & Wolverine to be a box office smasher, keeping the movie as the only slate from the studio in 2024. The marketing of the movie is also in full swing as Reynolds recently unveiled the look of the popcorn bucket for the movie, which features Wolverine, played by Hugh Jackman in the movie. But it made DC’s Nathan Fillion sick to the stomach.
Ryan Reynolds Unveiled Deadpool & Wolverine Popcorn Bucket Deadpool & Wolverine popcorn bucket. Credit: Ryan Reynolds/Yt
A promise is fulfilled,...
Ryan Reynolds in Deadpool & Wolverine. Credit: Walt Disney Studios
Marvel prepares Deadpool & Wolverine to be a box office smasher, keeping the movie as the only slate from the studio in 2024. The marketing of the movie is also in full swing as Reynolds recently unveiled the look of the popcorn bucket for the movie, which features Wolverine, played by Hugh Jackman in the movie. But it made DC’s Nathan Fillion sick to the stomach.
Ryan Reynolds Unveiled Deadpool & Wolverine Popcorn Bucket Deadpool & Wolverine popcorn bucket. Credit: Ryan Reynolds/Yt
A promise is fulfilled,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The DC Extended Universe delivered the odd hit, but for the most part, it's likely to be remembered as a failure. That was evident from most of 2023's offerings and the news of a Dcu reboot from the newly formed DC Studios was welcomed by most fans.
There are lots of reasons to be excited about what's to come, especially with Superman on the horizon. Unlike their predecessors, James Gunn and Peter Safran appear to have a plan and they've already attracted some A-List talent to the overhauled franchise.
That doesn't mean they haven't already made a few mistakes, of course. Even Marvel Studios went through growing pains and, before even a single movie or TV show has launched, we have some concerns about DC Studios' plans for these characters.
We're hoping to be proved wrong, but you can find the Dcu's biggest mistakes by hitting the "Next"/"View List" buttons below.
There are lots of reasons to be excited about what's to come, especially with Superman on the horizon. Unlike their predecessors, James Gunn and Peter Safran appear to have a plan and they've already attracted some A-List talent to the overhauled franchise.
That doesn't mean they haven't already made a few mistakes, of course. Even Marvel Studios went through growing pains and, before even a single movie or TV show has launched, we have some concerns about DC Studios' plans for these characters.
We're hoping to be proved wrong, but you can find the Dcu's biggest mistakes by hitting the "Next"/"View List" buttons below.
- 5/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The penultimate season of The Witcher will see a new version of Geralt of Rivia after the first three seasons of the adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski’s books. Netflix released Liam Hemsworth’s first look as the main character, played by Henry Cavill before Season 4.
Hemsworth isn’t the only newcomer this late in the series. The path has been laid for Seasons 4 and 5, which will close out the fantasy series based on books and the corresponding games.
Those curious about The Witcher Season 4 cast, production and more can read on for details.
Who is in the cast of The Witcher Season 4?
Liam Hemsworth has taken the mantle of Geralt of Rivia, a magic monster-hunter, or “witcher” who possesses supernatural abilities due to experimental mutagens that turned his hair white. Portrayed by Henry Cavill in the first three seasons of the fantasy adaptation, Geralt drives the plot of the series with his adventures and action.
Hemsworth isn’t the only newcomer this late in the series. The path has been laid for Seasons 4 and 5, which will close out the fantasy series based on books and the corresponding games.
Those curious about The Witcher Season 4 cast, production and more can read on for details.
Who is in the cast of The Witcher Season 4?
Liam Hemsworth has taken the mantle of Geralt of Rivia, a magic monster-hunter, or “witcher” who possesses supernatural abilities due to experimental mutagens that turned his hair white. Portrayed by Henry Cavill in the first three seasons of the fantasy adaptation, Geralt drives the plot of the series with his adventures and action.
- 5/29/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
DC head and the director of the upcoming film Superman James Gunn has firmly dismissed the possibility of including several songs in the new movie, notably David Bowie’s Starman, which fans have been eagerly looking forward to. The song has been featured in multiple movies and shows over the years along with many viral Superman fan edits. Fans even wanted Gunn to use the song for the Guardians of the Galaxy movies.
David Corenswet in Superman| Credit: @jamesgunn via Threads
However, he has denied that he would not use the song in the upcoming film. While fans continue to express their wish for the song to be featured in the David Corenswet-starring superhero film, Gunn has remained steadfast in his decision.
James Gunn Remains Firm on Not Using David Bowie’s Starman in Superman
James Gunn is known for his candidness when it comes to interacting with fans on...
David Corenswet in Superman| Credit: @jamesgunn via Threads
However, he has denied that he would not use the song in the upcoming film. While fans continue to express their wish for the song to be featured in the David Corenswet-starring superhero film, Gunn has remained steadfast in his decision.
James Gunn Remains Firm on Not Using David Bowie’s Starman in Superman
James Gunn is known for his candidness when it comes to interacting with fans on...
- 5/29/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
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