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Why Nicholas Hoult Lost Superman Role to David Corenswet: He’s a ‘More Controlled Actor’ and Had ‘Really Good’ Chemistry With Another Lois Lane
Nicholas Hoult is playing Lex Luthor in James Gunn's "Superman," but he originally auditioned for Superman. He lost the role for one reason.
James Gunn ‘s “” is flying into theaters this month with David Corenswet in the title role and Nicholas Hoult as the villainous Lex Luthor. Speaking to GQ España in 2023, Hoult admitted: “I don’t think I could have fit as well into the world that Matt created as Rob did.” I can accept that they didn’t cast me pretty well and when I see the chosen actor doing a great job, and I enjoy it, and it’s good, I’m like, ‘oh yeah, they made the right choice.
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