James Gunn commented on the auditions for Superman: Legacy.

What did the director and studio head have to say?

James Gunnhad nothing but praise for his assemblage of talent auditioning forSuperman: Legacy.

Superman: Legacy James Gunn

As for Lois Lane contenders, the list includesBarbie’sEmma Mackey, Phoebe Dynevor, andThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’sRachel Brosnahan.

This group was reportedly being mixed and matched in screen tests from June 16 - 20 on theWarner Bros.lot.

Superman: Legacyis expectedto begin filming in January 2024.

Superman and Lois in comics

If so,Superman: Legacy’s casting has the potential to be the biggest story of the event.

Superman: Legacyarrives in theaters on July 11, 2025.

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