Jul 11, 2011 04:14 PM EST

Harry Lennix Cast in "Man of Steel"

More casting news has surfaced for the upcoming Superman film, "Man of Steel". It has been reported that Harry Lennix has been cast as General Swanwick, a high-ranking military official.

Lennix is best known for his role as Commander Lock in the "Matrix" sequels. He joins a cast that includes Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Russell Crowe, Julia Ormond, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Christopher Meloni and Antje Traue.

"Man of Steel" is slated for a December 2012 release.