It has been speculated that a young actor in the mold of Chris Pratt may play Clark Kent in the next Superman: Legacy film. In 2025, Superman: Legacy will launch the DC Cinematic Universe into orbit. This upcoming Superman film is so crucial that James Gunn, who is now in charge of all creative production at DC Studios, is directing and writing it. Since Henry Cavill's departure from the role of Superman was linked to a younger actor taking it over, everyone is wondering who Gunn would cast as Clark Kent. Now, a rumor reveals some background on the current Superman quest.
Previously, Pratt admitted that he had auditioned for the role of Superman in 2006's Superman Returns, a role that ultimately went to Brandon Routh. The fact that Gunn and Pratt worked together on the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy for Marvel gives validity to DC's rumored casting criterion for the new Superman. Zac Efron has the charisma and naturalness to play a little younger version of Superman, and his comic timing is on par with that of Chris Pratt.
Efron has proven throughout his career that he is capable of leading a major superhero series like Superman, and as a result, the actor has been fancast in a variety of comic book roles, the most popular of which being Marvel's Human Torch and Wolverine. The Netflix docuseries Down to Earth with Zac Efron has proven that the actor's character traits are a good fit for the boy scout mentality of Clark Kent in the comics. Although Efron may pass for Clark in his late 20s, he may be too old at 35 for the role.
Two actors have emerged as fan favorites in the running if DC wishes to select a rookie who can grow with the role. David Corenswet, best known for his roles in Ryan Murphy's The Politician and Hollywood on Netflix, is a popular pick. The 29-year-old actor looks strikingly like Henry Cavill and would make a good replacement, adding his talent for portraying upbeat characters to the mix. Wolfgang Novogratz is the other actor that is often mistaken for Superman in fan fiction. Novogratz, who is only 25 years old, has yet to star in a major role, but Superman: Legacy may be his chance to shine.
Previously, Pratt admitted that he had auditioned for the role of Superman in 2006's Superman Returns, a role that ultimately went to Brandon Routh. The fact that Gunn and Pratt worked together on the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy for Marvel gives validity to DC's rumored casting criterion for the new Superman. Zac Efron has the charisma and naturalness to play a little younger version of Superman, and his comic timing is on par with that of Chris Pratt.
Efron has proven throughout his career that he is capable of leading a major superhero series like Superman, and as a result, the actor has been fancast in a variety of comic book roles, the most popular of which being Marvel's Human Torch and Wolverine. The Netflix docuseries Down to Earth with Zac Efron has proven that the actor's character traits are a good fit for the boy scout mentality of Clark Kent in the comics. Although Efron may pass for Clark in his late 20s, he may be too old at 35 for the role.
Two actors have emerged as fan favorites in the running if DC wishes to select a rookie who can grow with the role. David Corenswet, best known for his roles in Ryan Murphy's The Politician and Hollywood on Netflix, is a popular pick. The 29-year-old actor looks strikingly like Henry Cavill and would make a good replacement, adding his talent for portraying upbeat characters to the mix. Wolfgang Novogratz is the other actor that is often mistaken for Superman in fan fiction. Novogratz, who is only 25 years old, has yet to star in a major role, but Superman: Legacy may be his chance to shine.
