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Michael B. Jordan Developing Black Superman Project for HBO Max?

Michael B. Jordan might be developing a limited series featuring Val-Zod, the Black Superman of Earth-2, for HBO Max.

Published

3 years ago

July 23, 2021

Normally we do not cover rumors here at KryptonSite unless they come from a legitimate source; Collider, who originally reported this, is reliable even though the news isn’t officially confirmed: They report that Michael B. Jordan (Black Panther, Creed) is developing and possibly will even star in a HBO Max limited series about the Black Superman from Earth-2, a.k.a. Val-Zod.

The development of this project is concurrent with a Black Superman project produced by J.J. Abrams which is unrelated and has gotten a bit of blowback for racebending Clark Kent rather than using the “Calvin Ellis” character that already exists and becomes President of the United States. Val-Zod is also a separate character, hailing from comic books’ Earth-2 in the “New 52″ era.

Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society production company is said to be working with him on this project. “It’s important for people to see themselves in roles that they normally wouldn’t see. What that does to the next generation, to a kid or somebody that didn’t think that is something that they could achieve — now they’re thinking about it and daydreaming about it,” he said in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter earlier this year about representation on movie screens. However, at the time he said he would just be a viewer for J.J. Abrams’ take. For some context on what Jordan’s feelings might be, Jamie Broadnax of Black Girl Nerds has some thoughts.

You can read the original Collider article that broke this news here, and we’ll all be staying tuned to see if this project pans out. There could be several Superman projects on the horizon if all goes well!

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First Look Photo: David Corenswet as Superman!

The first official photo of David Corenswet in costume as Superman has arrived.

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6 months ago

May 6, 2024

Craig Byrne

The first official picture of David Corenswet in costume as Superman is finally here.

Director James Gunn’s new Superman movie itself might not be out until July of 2025, but fans today got their first look at Corenswet wearing the costume after an “S” reveal happened a few months back. The “S” is inspired by the design from Alex Ross in the Kingdom Come comic book series, and the suit itself looks to be less colorful than expected, but still very solid. And… are those underpants on the outside that we see? We can’t wait to see this in action!

Superman stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, and more. It is expected to release to theaters July 11, 2025.

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Lex Luthor x2: Michael Rosenbaum Interviews Nicholas Hoult

Nicholas Hoult visited Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum today for a conversation between two Lex Luthors.

Published

8 months ago

March 5, 2024

Craig Byrne

There is a very special episode of Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum today as Michael’s guest this week is Nicholas Hoult who will be playing Lex Luthor in the 2025 Superman film. They talk about the role of “the greatest criminal mind of our time” and Nicholas reveals who was the first Lex that he ever saw… and yep, it’s the same guy as our favorite. There’s even a comparing of notes about head-shaving and the audition process, and Michael enthusiastically cheered Hoult on.

Nicholas Hoult also asked Rosenbaum about his approach to Lex. “There’s a lot of things I related to the character,” Michael said, pointing to his own childhood. He also noted that Lex was “calm and collected” but “intense” when you crossed him. It’s a very complex character and Hoult will surely succeed like Michael did. You can watch the interview below.

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Wendell Pierce is Perry White in James Gunn’s Superman

Wendell Pierce has landed the role of Perry White in James Gunn’s Superman.

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8 months ago

March 1, 2024

Craig Byrne

Multiple trade outlets are reporting that Wendell Pierce (The Wire, Suits) has been cast in the iconic role of the Editor-in-Chief of the Daily Planet, Perry White, for James Gunn’s new Superman film. The movie recently began production and is scheduled to be released in theaters on July 11, 2025.

Wendell Pierce joins a pantheon of great actors who have previously played the role, including Laurence Fishburne, Jackie Cooper, Lane Smith, Michael McKean, and more. His Daily Planet group will include David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. Some trivia about Mr. Pierce, by the way: In addition to his work in acting, he was part of a group that started a chain of grocery stores!