DC Boss Confirms Lex Luthor Will Survive & Return in Future DCU Projects

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In James Gunn’s version of Superman, one of the antagonists is set to endure this movie and reappear in future projects within the DCU overseen by Gunn and Peter Safran. With their new massive cinematic universe on the horizon, expected to span for years, the co-CEOs of DC Studios must exercise caution when deciding who lives and dies. Interestingly, it seems that Gunn and Safran have already planned out which characters will survive and which will meet their end before the franchise’s initial big screen debut.

Peter Safran, one of the co-CEOs at DC Studios, confirmed that Nicholas Hoult’s character Lex Luthor will still be alive when the 2025 movie “Superman” wraps up. Having played Beast in the X-Men films from 20th Century Fox and having tried out for both Superman and Batman roles earlier, Hoult is now looking forward to a long stretch of impressive performances in this fresh universe.

In conversation with Omelete, Safran referred to Lex Luthor as a “significant character for us in the DCU, not just for the Superman film.” Elaborating on Hoult’s portrayal, Safran commended the actor for making Lex Luthor his own character. He praised an “iconic performance” that was “realistic, intelligent, and eloquent.

In the upcoming Superman film, Lex Luthor will serve as the primary adversary. He’ll be joined by a few other significant antagonists such as Ultraman and a colossal monster resembling kaiju. As of now, this is the only confirmed role for Hoult in the DCU. However, Gunn and Safran plan to establish him for potential roles in future Superman movies once the full storyline has been disclosed.

In the upcoming DC Studios’ “Superman” film, set to be part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s freshly established DC Universe, Tom Holland is set to join an ensemble that includes David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, among others.

In the upcoming movie “Superman,” we find Clark Kent and Lois Lane at an early stage in their relationship, with Superman just starting out as a hero. As he prepares to defend Metropolis from a fresh wave of perils, both his city and his adopted home planet face potential danger. Catch the film “Superman” in theaters on July 11th.

What to Expect From Lex Luthor in Future DCU Projects

According to Safran’s statements, they plan not to restrict Nicholas Hoult’s portrayal of Lex Luthor to just a single film with David Corenswet’s Superman.

In an unexpected turn for his first appearance in the DC Universe, Hoult brings a richly human background to this villainous role. His portrayal promises a complex and multi-dimensional performance, one that could potentially outshine his arch-enemy. While Jesse Eisenberg’s recent interpretation of the same character in the DCEU aimed for similar depth, it’s evident that Hoult is poised for great things ahead.

A notable change fans can expect in Hoult’s portrayal of Luther compared to Eisenberg’s version is that he will be depicted as one of the smartest individuals within the DC Universe, crafting devices that appear as if they possess magical properties.

Although Superman might ultimately outmatch him over time, as Lex Luthor has frequently failed against Superman, this pattern suggests that he consistently returns stronger after a defeat, with newfound power or threats becoming more formidable.

It’s anticipated that Lex will arrive equipped with a personal battlesuit, allowing him to confront Superman (Kal-El) independently, sans the backing of his LexCorp military force.

Given his grandiose personality combined with his intellect, it’s widely anticipated that Lex Luthor and Superman may face off in numerous settings and narratives across the duration of the DC Universe’s potential longevity.

So, the main point is, what exactly transpires when Lex Luthor and Superman make their initial appearances, as Metropolis is poised to turn into a battlefield between these two formidable forces.

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2025-06-26 22:04