Superman: Legacy's Lex Luthor Promise Can Finally Deliver What 7 Movies Failed To

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By Shaurya Thapa

Published Dec 16, 2023

A new Lex Luthor features in James Gunn's Superman: Legacy - but how different will the villain be when compared to previous Superman movies?

James Gunn is planning to create a new and unforgettable version of Lex Luthor in Superman: Legacy, signaling a reset for the DC Universe.
There are hints that Nicholas Hoult's Luthor might be a full-fledged supervillain, with the possibility of him donning the iconic power suit.
Hoult's portrayal of Luthor could explore the character's morally gray nature and savior complex, making him a compelling and multi-dimensional villain.