Wendell Pierce to play Perry White in James Gunn's Superman
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Wendell Pierce to play Perry White in James Gunn's Superman

Hindustan Times  

The Wire star Wendell Pierce is set to star in James Gunn's Superman. According to Variety, the veteran actor will play Perry White, editor-in-chief of the Daily Planet newspaper that employs Clark Kent/Superman. Wendell Pierce will play Perry White in James Gunn's Superman Wendell as Perry Laurence Fishburne was the most recent actor to play Perry in Man of Steel and Batman Vs Superman: Dawn of Justice. Superman also stars Nicholas Hoult as villain Lex Luthor, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Terence Rosemore as Otis, Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher, María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer and Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific.

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‘Superman’: James Gunn unveils David Corenswet’s first look as the new Man of Steel
7 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Superman’: James Gunn unveils David Corenswet’s first look as the new Man of Steel

The Hindu  

The trunks are back! Filmmaker and the co-CEO of DC Studios James Gunn on Monday unveiled the first look of actor David Corenswet as Superman from the director’s much-anticipated DCU launchpad Superman. First announced in March last year, Superman marks the first film in Gunn’s DCU, a new DC superhero franchise that has been set up following the fall of …

Wendell Pierce on board James Gunn’s ‘Superman’
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Wendell Pierce on board James Gunn’s ‘Superman’

The Hindu  

We had previously reported that DC Studios’ co-head James Gunn is helming a new Superman film. According to an article by The Hollywood Reporter, Pierce, known for titles like The Wire, will play the role of Perry White, the iconic editor-in-chief of The Daily Planet. Starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan has been roped in to play reporter …

‘Superman: Legacy’: Nicholas Hoult in talks to play Lex Luthor in James Gunn’s film
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Superman: Legacy’: Nicholas Hoult in talks to play Lex Luthor in James Gunn’s film

The Hindu  

Hollywood actor Nicholas Hoult is currently in talks to play the role of Lex Luthor in James Gunn's Superman: Legacy. Nicholas Hoult will play the Man of Steel's arch nemesis, completing the core cast for the superhero reboot, with David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan already set to play Clark Kent and Lois Lane. Hoult was one of the actors who …

Anthony Carrigan boards James Gunn’s ‘Superman: Legacy’
1 year, 5 months ago

Anthony Carrigan boards James Gunn’s ‘Superman: Legacy’

The Hindu  

Barry star Anthony Carrigan is the latest addition to the cast of filmmaker James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy. The actor, who earned an Emmy nomination for his performances as Noho Hank in HBO black comedy Barry, joins David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan as well as actors Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced and Edi Gathegi in the much-anticipated title. Corenswet will play Clark …

Superman: Legacy - Henry Cavill’s successor is finally announced
1 year, 5 months ago

Superman: Legacy - Henry Cavill’s successor is finally announced

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The pair will make their Superman debut in 2025’s Superman: Legacy, …

Superman Legacy: James Gunn finds his Clark Kent, Lois Lane in David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan
1 year, 5 months ago

Superman Legacy: James Gunn finds his Clark Kent, Lois Lane in David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan

Hindustan Times  

Who's the new Superman? As per a report by The Hollywood Reporter, David Corenswet, 29-year-old American actor, has been roped in to play Superman aka Clark Kent in James Gunn's new Superman Universe. Nicholas Hoult, 33-year-old British actor, was in close contention to take on the role, but Gunn ultimately zeroed in on David, who's best known for his recurring …

David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan cast as Superman and Lois Lane in James Gunn movie
1 year, 5 months ago

David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan cast as Superman and Lois Lane in James Gunn movie

The Hindu  

James Gunn has found his new Superman and Lois Lane in David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan. The DC Studios co-chair, who is also writing and directing Superman: Legacy for July 2025, tweeted about the casting Tuesday, which a representative from Warner Bros. also confirmed. Gunn was hired alongside veteran producer Peter Safran last year to help revamp Warner Bros.’ DC …

'Superman: Legacy' cast confirmed. THESE actors to play Clark Kent, Lois Lane
1 year, 5 months ago

'Superman: Legacy' cast confirmed. THESE actors to play Clark Kent, Lois Lane

India Today  

James Gunn has found his new Superman and Lois Lane in David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan. https://t.co/1FtwYIDeYj — James Gunn June 27, 2023 There has been much speculation over who would fill Superman’s shoes after Henry Cavill’s decade playing the character on the big screen. The 29-year-old Philadelphia native starred in Ryan Murphy’s Netflix series “The Politician” and “Hollywood,” as …

David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan cast as Superman and Lois Lane in James Gunn movie
1 year, 5 months ago

David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan cast as Superman and Lois Lane in James Gunn movie

Associated Press  

James Gunn has found his new Superman and Lois Lane in David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan. The DC Studios co-chair, who is also writing and directing “Superman: Legacy ” for July 2025, tweeted about the casting Tuesday, which a representative from Warner Bros. also confirmed. The 29-year-old Philadelphia native starred in Ryan Murphy’s Netflix series “The Politician” and “Hollywood,” as …

James Gunn to direct Superman: Legacy, aiming for 2025
1 year, 9 months ago

James Gunn to direct Superman: Legacy, aiming for 2025

Firstpost  

James Gunn is directing a Superman film. “Superman: Legacy,” which Gunn also wrote, is also set for July 11, 2025, he and his co-chair and fellow CEO of DC Studios Peter Safran announced Wednesday. “He didn’t understand me as a kid, but he supported my love of comics and my love of film and I wouldn’t be making this movie …

James Gunn to direct ‘Superman: Legacy’; aiming for 2025 release
1 year, 9 months ago

James Gunn to direct ‘Superman: Legacy’; aiming for 2025 release

The Hindu  

Just a month after announcing the new Superman movie as a part of DC’s revamped slate, James Gunn, filmmaker and Co-chairman and CEO of DC Studios, has announced that he himself will direct the upcoming Supes film. “I was offered Superman years ago - I initially said no because I didn't have a way in that felt unique and fun …

James Gunn to direct ‘Superman: Legacy,’ aiming for 2025
1 year, 9 months ago

James Gunn to direct ‘Superman: Legacy,’ aiming for 2025

Associated Press  

James Gunn is directing a Superman film. “Superman: Legacy,” which Gunn also wrote, is also set for a July 11, 2025, he and his co-chair and fellow CEO of DC Studios Peter Safran announced Wednesday. “I was offered Superman years ago - I initially said no because I didn’t have a way in that felt unique and fun and emotional …

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