Thescreescore – The cinematic universe is abuzz with anticipation as Nicholas Hoult, set to portray the iconic villain Lex Luthor, has reportedly begun his physical transformation for the upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow. A recent social media post from Bryanna Holly, Hoult’s wife, offered fans a tantalizing glimpse into the actor’s commitment, showing him getting his head shaved by one of his children. Holly playfully captioned the image, "big, bald, and beautiful. Ready for his return @nicholashoult," signaling that the formidable foe is indeed gearing up for his next big-screen appearance.
Industry whispers suggest that principal photography for Man of Tomorrow is slated to commence as early as April 20, with the highly anticipated theatrical release penciled in for July 9, 2027. This follow-up to James Gunn’s Superman, which saw David Corenswet don the cape, is expected to build on the foundation laid by its predecessor. The initial Superman outing, despite a reported eye-watering budget of $400 million, garnered nearly $600 million globally and earned critical acclaim with an impressive 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, setting a high bar for its continuation.
The narrative for Man of Tomorrow is rumored to plunge Superman into an unlikely alliance with his arch-nemesis, Lex Luthor, as they confront the formidable extraterrestrial threat of Brainiac. Lars Eidinger has been cast in the pivotal role of this supervillain, known historically as one of Superman’s most brilliant and dangerous adversaries. Brainiac, who first debuted in Action Comics #242 in 1958, is characterized as an extraterrestrial android possessing a 12th-level intellect and famously dubbed the "Collector of Worlds."
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Adding another layer of intrigue to the unfolding saga, the sequel is also slated to introduce Maxima, a character first appearing in Action Comics #645 in 1989. Maxima is depicted as a morally ambiguous alien queen or conqueror, whose singular obsession is Superman, whom she believes to be the only being worthy of her as a mate and king. Her journey often sees her evolve from a supervillain to an antihero, eventually even joining the ranks of the Justice League.
The casting process for Maxima has been a subject of considerable speculation. While director James Gunn has previously debunked rumors linking Fallout‘s Ella Purnell or Industry‘s Marisa Abela to the role, The Hollywood Reporter recently indicated that Adria Arjona, Eva De Dominici, Sydney Chandler, and Grace Van Patten are among the four finalists. As of now, both DC Studios and Gunn have yet to issue an official statement regarding this update.
Fans won’t have to wait until 2027 for more DC cinematic action, as Supergirl, starring House of the Dragon‘s Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El and Jason Momoa as Lobo, is scheduled for release on June 26 later this year. With Man of Tomorrow promising a compelling narrative, a stellar cast, and the creative vision of James Gunn, the future of the DC Universe appears poised for an exhilarating flight into new territory. Keep an eye on thescreescore.com for all the latest updates as production ramps up!
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