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Gunn, Superman and Lex Luthor

James Gunn says Lex Luthor created one of Superman's strangest characters when he was 12, and I really wish their backstory was in the movie

"He didn't come out so well, but he just might be the only one in the world Lex has any true sentiment for, as evidenced by the photo on his desk. Our Mr. Handsome was portrayed by the wonderful Trevor Newlin," Gunn added.

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Superman Fans Rejoice as James Gunn Shares Backstory About Lex Luthor's Ties to Mr. Handsome

As Gunn clarifies, Mr. Handsome is played by Trevor Newlin, who is known for showing up in films as other strange creatures. His resume includes the likes of Smile 2’s hideous Monstrosity, for example, as well as Alien: Romulus’ Xenomorph.

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James Gunn Addresses Whether Lex Luthor Will Ever Don His Warsuit In The DCU After That Superman Easter Egg

Lex Luthor’s iconic DC Comics war suit has been teased by James Gunn after the filmmaker pointed to a specific DCU Easter egg found in Superman.

What’s the Deal With That Freaky Bald Creature in ‘Superman’?

James Gunn explains what's up with Lex Luthor's bizarre henchman Mr. Handsome—and we only have more questions.

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James Gunn Says Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor Will Be "Different"

James Gunn took a moment to confirm that Nicholas Hoult will, in fact, be playing Lex Luthor in Superman: Legacy and gave a bit of insight into what fans can expect from his take on the ...

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With the New Lex Luthor, James Gunn’s Superman Unlocks the ... - IGN

James Gunn and co. understand that Luthor–as well as most supervillains, but him especially–should be petty people driven by emotional impulse instead of grandiose ideology.

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James Gunn Debunks Lex Luthor Rumor About Superman: Legacy

Fans are also wondering if/when Lex Luthor will be included, and who might play him. James Gunn recently did a Threads Q&A, where a fan asked about a rumor that Daniel Craig might play the DC ...

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James Gunn fixes Lex Luthor’s biggest problems in Superman

In Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s All-Star Superman, which James Gunn said was a primary influence for his 2025 Superman, Luthor uses Superman’s DNA to gain his powers.

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