Superman’s Nicholas Hoult Discusses What Makes Him ‘Excited’ About Man Of Tomorrow

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Nicholas Hoult is eager to reprise his role as Lex Luthor in the next phase of James Gunn’s DC Universe. His debut performance in the 2025 film *Superman* was a hit with both audiences and critics, and he’s now looking forward to continuing the character’s story. He’s confirmed to return in *Man of Tomorrow*, the official sequel to *Superman*, which is currently in development, and he’s shared his excitement about the project.

Nicholas Hoult, known for his role in *Mad Max: Fury Road*, recently shared his thoughts on playing Lex Luthor with GQ. He expressed his enthusiasm for revisiting the character, explaining that the experience left him eager to reprise the role, even though he hasn’t seen the script for the sequel yet.

I haven’t had a chance to read the material yet, but I plan to soon. Right now, I can’t say much more. However, even from my initial experience with the character, and the research I did to prepare, it’s clear there’s a lot more depth to uncover, both for me and for the audience. I’m really excited we’re getting the opportunity to revisit this story and explore it further.

We’re about to see that exploration unfold in the next film. James Gunn has hinted that it will center around Superman and Lex Luthor reluctantly working together to face a bigger danger. Many fans believe Brainiac will be the villain, which could allow for a new and different portrayal of Lex Luthor. This presents a unique opportunity for Nicholas Hoult to play a version of the character unlike any we’ve seen before, and it seems perfectly suited to his acting abilities.

I was so thrilled to see Lex Luthor pop up in *Peacemaker* Season 2! It was a total surprise, and seeing him work with Rick Flag Sr. to find the Quantum Unfolding Chamber was just…chef’s kiss. Honestly, that whole ARGUS connection feels like they’re setting him up for something massive, something way bigger than just problems in Metropolis. It makes me think this version of Lex is going to be facing off against a threat that could impact the entire DC universe!

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It’s clear the part had a significant effect on him. Hoult recently explained that playing a villain felt surprisingly freeing, stating:

I find it really enjoyable. There’s a liberating aspect to playing a villain because you’re not bound by conventional morality. It’s fascinating to explore the thoughts and motivations of these characters – their fixations, what they believe in, and the reasoning behind their actions.

He also said he’d just talked to James Gunn about the next movie. Gunn has hinted that the sequel, *Man of Tomorrow*, will focus on Lex Luthor just as much as Superman. If that happens, the villain could be just as important to the story as Superman himself—and that’s exactly the kind of fresh approach superhero movies need. It would also help the DC Universe stand out from other franchises.

Fans can currently rewatch Nicholas Hoult’s performance as Lex Luthor in both *Superman* and *Peacemaker*, which are both available to stream with an HBO Max subscription.

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2025-10-18 19:38