Tag: Lex Luthor

Batman Vs. Superman Casts Its Lex Luthor And Alfred

Warner dropped a bombshell in casting news for Zack Snyder’s untitled Batman vs. Superman movie.

Jesse Eisenberg has been cast to play Superman’s nemesis Lex Luthor and Jeremy Irons will take over the role of Alfred.

First impressions of this massive news? I think Eisenberg will knock it out of the park. I am sure the trolls are already out crapping all over the news but this is a great choice. Why? Go watch The Social Network, for which Eisenberg was nominated for an Oscar.

That’s fu**ing Lex Luthor in his 30’s!!!

I think his Luthor will be similar to a Zuckerberg with a beyond genius I.Q.

The Jeremy Irons casting is just gravy. When you can go from Michael Caine in Nolan’s trilogy to Irons, you have made another winning decision.

The Man of Steel sequel releases on May 6, 2016. Read the official press release below.

Warner Bros. Pictures announced today that Jesse Eisenberg has been set to star as Lex Luthor and Jeremy Irons will play Alfred in the upcoming Zack Snyder untitled Superman/Batman film. The dual announcement was made today by Greg Silverman, President, Creative Development and Worldwide Production, and Sue Kroll, President, Worldwide Marketing and International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

Snyder stated, “Lex Luthor is often considered the most notorious of Superman’s rivals, his unsavory reputation preceding him since 1940. What’s great about Lex is that he exists beyond the confines of the stereotypical nefarious villain. He’s a complicated and sophisticated character whose intellect, wealth and prominence position him as one of the few mortals able to challenge the incredible might of Superman. Having Jesse in the role allows us to explore that interesting dynamic, and also take the character in some new and unexpected directions.”

The director added, “As everyone knows, Alfred is Bruce Wayne’s most trusted friend, ally and mentor, a noble guardian and father figure. He is an absolutely critical element in the intricate infrastructure that allows Bruce Wayne to transform himself into Batman. It is an honor to have such an amazingly seasoned and gifted actor as Jeremy taking on the important role of the man who mentors and guides the guarded and nearly impervious façade that encapsulates Bruce Wayne.”

January 31, 2014
Rumor Control: Bryan Cranston To Play Lex Luthor In 10 Films?!

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Is Walter White headed to Metropolis? All signs point to yes with reports being that the Breaking Bad star has signed on to be Lex Luthor, Superman’s main nemesis in 2015’s Man of Steel sequel. If this turns out to be true maybe this will shut some people up about Ben Affleck being cast as Batman, which I still think will pay off.

The part of this that screams rumor is that Cranston has signed on to appear as the villain for 6-10 movies. Add that to the fact that some sites are saying Affleck is signed on for thirteen appearances as Batman and you probably have some truth floating in a sh** river of make believe.

Cranston looks like the clear fan favorite for the part especially with Breaking Bad in the middle of its final season. This would give the Batman/Superman movie a new group of fans that will follow Cranston to the theaters. Also, he was in Affleck’s Argo so there is a connection there between the actors that could have served as a hook to get Cranston involved.

Batman vs. Superman releases on July 17, 2015.

August 27, 2013
Rumor Control: Will Walter White Become Lex Luthor?

Two candidates have emerged among the wreckage that is known as internet rumors to be frontrunners for the role of Lex Luthor in Batman vs. Superman (or whatever they title it) in 2015. Let’s also remind everyone that the villain is not even known to be in the movie at all at this point, but if we didn’t talk about stuff like this what would we do with our days? Work?

First up is Bryan Cranston, who, for the life of me, always seems to be up for key villain roles and is regarded as one of the finest actors working today. I mean, he was good and all on Malcolm in the Middle, but really guys.

The meth king’s name has been thrown out there by Latino Review’s El Mayimbe, who is pretty steady with his insider information. I have no doubt that Cranston would go over well with fans as well as get fans of Breaking Bad interested in the 2015 superhero team-up film. Hell, I even liked him in the Total Recall reboot and they barely used him.

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Second among the big, bald wonders is Mark Strong who gave a very cryptic answer when asked if he was in the running for Lex Luthor. He simply said:

“All I can say is… watch this space.”

Now I do not know if he was pointing to his crotch at this point during the interview so I am just going to put it in the “weird Hollywood answer” section. I am going to refuse the need/want to say he would be a “strong” choice to play Superman’s main nemesis. He was one of the few bright spots in Green Lantern and his performance in AMC’s upcoming Low Winter Sun looks like it will be amazing.

At least these are more believable than the Bradley Cooper rumors when Man of Steel was filming.

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August 9, 2013