At the time ofBatman v. Superman’s release, he was a staunch defender of his Luthor.

He’s also mentioned the “All-Star Superman” comics in the past as inspiration.

“I was in thisBatmanmovie and theBatmanmovie was so poorly received, and I was so poorly received.

Lex Luthor looking intently at someone off-camera in Batman v Superman Dawn of Justice

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On the horizon, he’s also set to reappear asJ.

Daniel AtlasinNow You See Me 3.

It’s set to hit theaters next year on November 14.

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Follows the titular superhero as he reconciles his heritage with his human upbringing. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way in a world that views kindness as old-fashioned.

As for Lex Luthor, there’s still much to be seen about how Hoult will handle the character.

Gunn has previously called this iterationone of his favorite characters in his new DCUwithPeter Safran.

Hoult’s Lex Luthor can be seen in Gunn’sSupermanin theaters on July 11, 2025.

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