Superman: Legacy director James Gunn recently took to Instagram to share some artwork depicting Edi Gathegi as Michael Holt, aka Mr. Terrific, and the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 filmmaker has now followed suit with two of the other DC Characters that’ll be making their big-screen debut in the upcoming DCU reboot.
This artwork spotlights Hawkgirl, who will be played by Dora the Explorer and Transformers: The Last Knight actress Isabela Merced, and Green Lantern Guy Gardner, who will be played by Serenity and The Suicide Squad actor Nathan Fillion.
There was speculation that the Mr. Terrific art might be an official concept design, but we now know that these are actually fan-made pieces from Davi Alves (you’ll also find his take on Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho below). Still, if Gunn is highlighting these images, they may give us some idea of the looks he has in mind for these characters.
“Superman: Legacy is the true foundation of our creative vision for the DC Universe. Not only is Superman an iconic part of DC lore, he is also a favorite character for comic book readers, viewers of earlier movies, and fans around the world,” said Gunn during the DCU slate announcement. “I can’t wait to introduce our version of Superman who audiences will be able to follow and get to know across films, movies, animation and gaming.”
Superman: Legacy will also star David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.
Casting is currently underway for Lex Luthor, Jimmy Olsen and Perry White, and now that the WGA strikes has come to an end, announcements may be forthcoming.
The Righteous Gemstones actor Skyler Gisondo was recently rumored to be a “top choice” to play Jimmy, while brothers Alexander and Bill Skarsgård are said to have tested for Luthor along with one-time Superman candidate Nicholas Hoult. Gunn has yet to weigh in on any of these reports, however.
Barring any delays, production is scheduled to commence next January.
