Exclusive: New Superman Actor Revealed! Get an Exhilarating Sneak Peek at the Final Contenders in Iconic Suits

The DC Universe is close to announcing the new Superman, with James Gunn and DC Studios currently testing potential frontrunners for the role in Superman: Legacy. Under the leadership of Gunn and Peter Safran, DC Studios aims to create a new shared universe across both TV and film as the DCEU comes to an end. Superman: Legacy, which is currently in pre-production, will retell the story of the Man of Steel's early days as a superhero. In preparation for shooting next year, the studio has been meeting with actors for the roles of Superman and Lois Lane.

The next Superman may be revealed within the next week, as recent screen tests featured David Corenswet, Tom Brittney, and Nicholas Hoult portraying both Clark Kent and Superman. Corenswet tested alongside Emma Mackey, Brittney with Phoebe Dynevor, and Hoult with Rachel Brosnahan. Emma Mackey also participated in testing with the other actors for the role of Lois. Additionally, potential candidates for Lex Luthor include Alexander and Bill Skarsgård. A decision regarding the casting of Superman and Lois is expected to be made this week.

Who The New Superman & Lois Lane Actors Could Be

David Corenswet has emerged as a top choice among fans for the role of Superman in the upcoming film Superman: Legacy. This is evident from the numerous fan-made trailers and images depicting him as the iconic superhero. His strong candidacy suggests that DC Studios may be taking into account the desires of the audience for their new Superman reboot. Another interesting development is Nicholas Hoult's potential involvement, considering how close he was to being cast as Batman before the role went to Robert Pattinson.

Regarding Hoult, it remains a mystery whether he is being considered solely for the role of Superman or if he is also being considered for the role of Lex Luthor, Superman's famous antagonist. Casting details have indicated that the portrayal of Lex Luthor in this film will be unlike previous interpretations, adding intrigue to Hoult's involvement. The inclusion of the Skarsgård family on the shortlist may indicate that Hoult is a serious contender for the role of Superman. As for the character of Lois, it is uncertain if Mackey is the leading candidate, as she is the only one who has progressed to the next phase of screen tests. If the reports are accurate, it won't be long until Superman: Legacy announces their new dynamic lead duo for Gunn's DC Universe.

The potential SAG-AFTRA strike raises the question of whether it is influencing the efforts of Superman: Legacy to secure their actors, particularly for the roles of Clark Kent and Lois Lane. It had been anticipated that DC Studios would reveal their cast during the San Diego Comic-Con, but the potential strike could be the reason behind their urgency to finalize the casting this month. Only time will reveal which actors will commit to Superman: Legacy, including those being considered for other characters.