Superman's Legacy: A Comprehensive Guide to the Cast and Characters

The cast of Superman: Legacy has added two new members, Skyler Gisondo and Sara Sampaio, who will be playing Jimmy Olsen and Eve Teschmacher in the upcoming comic book movie.

Directed by James Gunn, Superman: Legacy is an important film for DC Studios as it marks the beginning of a new era for the studio. There are high expectations for this superhero reboot.

The casting process for much of 2023 has been in full force, with the writer-director sharing updates on social media and industry outlets providing frequent updates on the screen-testing progress. Tom Brittney and Emma Mackey were in the running for key roles in the comic book movie, but ultimately missed out, as other individuals secured the coveted and iconic comic book parts.

Superman Legacy cast: All actors and characters

The cast of Superman: Legacy includes Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, Jimmy Olsen, Guy Gardner, Hawkgirl, Mister Terrific, Eve Teschmacher, and The Engineer. Here are more details about the characters and their respective actors.

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David Corensweet: Superman

A24

Continuing the legacy of actors like Christopher Reeve, Brandon Routh, and Henry Cavill, David Corensweet is set to portray Superman on screen. This also means taking on the role of Clark Kent.

Superman: Legacy reveals Superman's struggle to merge his Kryptonian roots with his upbringing as Clark Kent in Smallville, Kansas. He embodies truth, justice, and the American way, guided by human compassion in a world that undervalues kindness.

David Corensweet, known for his role as the projectionist in Pearl and his upcoming appearance in Twisters, has also appeared in TV shows such as The Politician, Hollywood, and We Own This City. Additionally, Corensweet will star in the upcoming Apple series, Lady in the Lake.

Rachel Brosnahan: Lois Lane

Prime Video

Rachel Brosnahan, known for her award-winning roles in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and House of Cards, has been cast in the role of Lois Lane, the intrepid reporter at The Daily Planet and the love interest of Clark Kent/Superman. In the upcoming movie Legacy, Lois may also be depicted as starting out in her career, just like Clark.

Nicholas Hoult: Lex Luthor

20th Century Studios

Nicholas Hoult didn't land the role of Superman in "Legacy," but he will be playing the Man of Steel's enemy, Lex Luthor. It's unknown if Hoult's Luthor will be similar to previous portrayals by Gene Hackman, Kevin Spacey, and Jesse Eisenberg. Hoult has had a significant supporting role in the X-Men franchise as Beast and has also found success in non-franchise films, such as the 2022 comedy-horror movie "The Menu."

Skyler Gisondo: Jimmy Olsen

HBO

Skyler Gisondo plays Jimmy Olsen, a character known for being a close friend of Superman and his alter ego, Clark Kent. In Superman: Legacy, he will take on the role of a young photographer at The Daily Planet, working alongside Clark Kent and Lois Lane. This is a significant role for Gisondo, who is best known for his work in smaller projects like Licorice Pizza and The Righteous Gemstones, although he has also had experience in big budget blockbusters, including minor roles in the Amazing Spider-Man movies.

Isabela Merced: Hawkgirl

Paramount Pictures

Isabela Merced has been cast as Hawkgirl, a character described by Vanity Fair as favoring melee weapons such as swords, spears, and maces. Merced's 5-foot-1 size will help distinguish her from the typical comic book brawler. She previously starred as the title character in Dora and the Lost City of Gold and received acclaim for her role in Sicario: Day of the Soldado.

Edi Gathegi: Mister Terrific

20th Century Fox

Edi Gathegi plays Michael Holt, also known as Mister Terrific, who is described by Vanity Fair as a highly skilled combatant and one of the world’s most brilliant inventors and tacticians. He is surrounded by the T-Sphere weapons that he designed, and his sleeve bears the words "Fair Play" in tribute to a previous version of the character.

Gathegi has previous experience as a superhero, portraying Darwin in X-Men: First Class. However, he is most famous for his role as Laurent in the Twilight movie series.

Nathan Fillion: Guy Gardner

Disney/Marvel

Nathan Fillion has been cast to play Guy Gardner, otherwise known as Green Lantern, in the upcoming film. This version of Gardner is portrayed as being less heroic compared to other Green Lanterns like Hal Jordan and John Stewart, as reported by Vanity Fair. Fillion will be taking on the role of an "abrasive, sometimes obnoxious" character, complete with the signature bowl haircut. The actor has previously portrayed Mal Reynolds in "Firefly" and its spinoff film "Serenity," and has collaborated with James Gunn on several projects, including "Slither," "Super," "The Suicide Squad," and the "Guardians of the Galaxy" movies.

Anthony Carrigan: Metamorpho

YouTube: Gotham

Anthony Carrigan stars as Rex Mason, also known as Metamorpho, an explorer who gains superhuman abilities after being exposed to a radioactive meteorite and a mythical Egyptian artifact. As Metamorpho, he can shapeshift, change his elemental composition, and stretch his body to perform incredible feats.

Carrigan is best known for his portrayal of NoHo Hank in the HBO comedy Barry and has also played the role of assassin Victor Zsasz in the TV series Gotham within the DC Universe.

María Gabriela de Faría: The Engineer

Syfy

María Gabriela de Faría has been cast as Angela Spica/The Engineer, a talented scientist with superpowers derived from her nanite blood. She will be portraying Spica in the Authority's upcoming solo movie, continuing her role as the Engineer in the anti-hero supergroup.

This follows Faría's previous success in the comic book genre with her role in Syfy's Deadly Class. The Venezuelan actress and singer has also appeared in various other films and TV shows, including The Exorcism of God and The Moodys.

Sara Sampaio: Eve Teschmacher

Caracol Studios

Sara Sampaio takes on the role of Eve Teschmacher, previously played by Valerie Perrine in the Christopher Reeve Superman movies. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Sampaio's take on Teschmacher is as an "assistant and occasional mistress" to Lex Luthor, staying true to the character's original portrayal. This opportunity in Superman: Legacy marks a significant milestone for Sampaio, known primarily for her modeling career. Despite this, the Portuguese star has already built up a number of film credits, appearing in The Clapper, Carga, Crisis, and Sombra.

Superman: Legacy is due to start shooting in January 2024, for release on July 11, 2025. For more coverage of forthcoming DC movies, head here.

Editor's P/S

As a passionate fan of Superman, I am thrilled about the upcoming film, Superman: Legacy. The cast is incredibly talented, and I can't wait to see how they bring these iconic characters to life.

David Corensweet seems like a perfect choice for Superman/Clark Kent. He has the look, the charisma, and the acting chops to pull off the role. I'm also excited to see Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. She's a fantastic actress, and I think she'll bring a lot of strength and vulnerability to the role.

Nicholas Hoult is an excellent choice for Lex Luthor. He's a talented actor who can play both menacing and charming, which is exactly what you need in a good Lex Luthor. I'm also intrigued to see how Skyler Gisondo portrays Jimmy Olsen. He's a great comedic actor, and I think he'll bring a lot of humor to the role. Overall, I'm very excited about the cast of Superman: Legacy. I think they're all going to do a great job, and I can't wait to see the film when it comes out.