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Henry Cavill Up for More Superman Films  11/10/2021 4:27 PM EST
Old habits die hard. So do acting roles, apparently. Henry Cavill is still itching to don the cape and play Superman again.In a recent interview, Cavill spoke about the role and how he feels there's still more to cover with his version of the character. "The killing of Zod gave a reason for the character never to kill again. Superman falling to the ground and screaming afterward - I don't think th...  More>>

J.J. Abrams to Produce Black Superman Film  2/26/2021 2:54 PM EST
J.J. Abrams will be producing a "Superman" reboot, this time with a black Superman.Essayist and novelist Ta-Nehisi Coates will be writing the script for the film, and he was happy to comment about the news to the website Shadow and Act."To be invited into the DC Extended Universe by Warner Bros., DC Films and Bad Robot is an honor. I look forward to meaningfully adding to the legacy of America's m...  More>>

Henry Cavill Reprising Superman Role for Upcoming Films  5/28/2020 1:27 PM EST
It's being reported that Henry Cavill may be in talks to put on his Superman cape sometime in the near future. While there are bo plans for another standalone "Superman" film, there could be appearances made in other films for the Warner Bros. DC Universe.While nothing is in the works just yet, there are plenty of films that he could theoretically make an appearance in such as "Shazam 2", Dwayne J...  More>>

Henry Cavill May Need to Part Ways with Warner Bros. After Super...  9/12/2018 12:27 PM EST
UPDATE: Warner Bros. has released a statement regarding the question of Cavill's future in the Superman role saying, "While no decisions have been made regarding any upcoming Superman films, we've always had great respect for and a great relationship with Henry Cavill, and that remains unchanged." A Warner Bros representative gave this statement CNN. Cavill's manager, Dany Garcia, also chimed in a...  More>>

Superman Actress Margot Kidder Dies at Age 69  5/14/2018 2:01 PM EST
Margot Kidder, best known for her role as Lois Lane in Superman, died yesterday. She was 69 years old. Kidder passed away at her home in  Livingston, Montana but the cause of death isn't known yet.Her acting credits also included The Great Waldo Pepper with Robert Redford and Some Kind of Hero with Richard Pryor. She also starred in The Amityville Horror, Black Christmas and Heartaches. Mental Ill...  More>>

Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill Open to Doing Another Superman Film  4/7/2016 11:05 AM EST
Director Zack Snyder, as well as Superman himself, Henry Cavill, have both recently commented on the possibility of another standalone Superman film - and both of them show support for the idea."I think if we could get a good script it would be great to have a standalone Superman movie. I think that would be fun to do. Part of the reason we haven't announced the standalone Superman movie this time...  More>>

Zack Snyder Confirmed for Justice League  4/28/2014 3:07 PM EST
It has been confirmed that a "Justice League" film will be released after the Batman/Superman film, and that Zach Snyder will direct it.Snyder directed the "Man of Steel" and will also be at the helm for the 2nd and 3rd installments of the franchise as well.There is no release date set as of yet, but the "Justice League" is slated for a May 6, 2016 release. Countdown to the release of Justice Leag...  More>>

Joaquin Phoenix as Lex Luthor in new Superman Film?  12/19/2013 2:25 PM EST
Unconfirmed rumors suggest that Joaquin Phoenix is being considered by Warner Bros for the upcoming Batman / Superman movie, with some speculating he is wanted for the super villain role of Lex Luthor.The role of Luthor has for so long been rumored to be going to Breaking Bad actor Bryan Cranston but it seems Phoenix now heads that list.Zack Snyder's movie, which will star Henry Cavill as Superman...  More>>

Join Filmmakers and Cast of Man of Steel™ During a Live Online ...  11/8/2013 2:13 PM EST
WHAT:  Join Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Man of Steel Director Zack Snyder with special host Kevin Smith on November 9th at 9:00AM PST/Noon EST for an exclusive fan event on Yahoo! Movies.The cast and crew will talk all the things Man of Steel, discuss what the future holds for the Last Son of Krypton, and answer live fan questions.The event will also include a featurette of the sit-down discussion...  More>>

Russell Crowe Discusses Suiting Up for Superman Prequel  7/8/2013 4:37 PM EST
Russell Crowe, who recently starred as Jor-El in "Man of Steel", responded via Twitter to the many requests and comments about seeing some more of pre-destruction Krypton.Crowe said he would absolutely be up for reprising the role and exploring more of the Krypton aspect of the story.    "A lot of you are asking about a KRYPTON prequel. If that's something you feel strongly about let Legendary Pic...  More>>

Man of Steel Soars To The Top of UK Box Office With A Heroic Ope...  6/17/2013 10:25 AM EST
LONDON, June 17, 2013 - Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' "Man of Steel" has opened to a stellar opening of £11.2 million in the UK and Ireland, marking the biggest opening day of 2013 and the second biggest opening weekend of the year.  The announcement was made today by Josh Berger, President and Managing Director, Warner Bros. UK and Ireland."We're thrilled at the tremendous respon...  More>>

Man of Steel Ready to Hit Cinemas in June  2/28/2013 11:43 AM EST
Word on the street is that the upcoming film, "Man of Steel" is done.The Superman reboot, which is due out on June 14, is said to have only the 3D post-conversion work left, which is currently taking place.  According to Joblo, there is a bullet list of things to look forward to about the film:    - Imagine a Nolan story with Snyder effects/action.    - There's TONS of action with Superman kicking...  More>>