James Gunn has formally introduced the upcoming Superman sequel, titled Man of Tomorrow. And as information unfold concerning the much-anticipated follow-up to the 2025 film schedule’s breakout DC hit, the web shortly lit up with pleasure over the return of David Corenswet’s Man of Metal and Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor. However whereas followers had been buzzing concerning the upcoming DC film, it was The Menu actor’s low-key, three-word reply that quietly stole the highlight and eased one huge concern I had within the course of.
On Instagram, the previous X-Males: First Class star shared a hanging piece of comedian artwork that includes Superman and Luthor locked in battle. As cool because the paintings is, it was Hoult’s response to Gunn’s remark, “See you on set in not too lengthy!” that may certainly peak followers’ curiosity. He replied:
Getting my razor.
It’s a brief and humorous response. Nevertheless, it additionally says lots, most notably, it eases my concern that Hoult would possibly take the straightforward route with a bald cap this time round, as an alternative of totally committing to shaving his head like he did for the DC Universe launching predecessor. Let’s be actual: bald caps hardly ever look convincing. My thoughts instantly flashes to El Camino, the Breaking Dangerous sequel, and Bryan Cranston’s distracting, rubbery transformation into Walter White.
As we beforehand reported, Hoult shaved his head for Superman, a selection followers praised for its realism and dedication. Now that Man of Tomorrow is formally set for a July 9, 2027, launch, followers have been questioning whether or not he’d do it once more. His remark seemingly solutions that fairly clearly: sure, he’s going bald, and he’s having enjoyable with it.
In truth, Hoult is perhaps probably the most dedicated actors ever to tackle the function of Lex Luthor. Whereas Gene Hackman stays a fan favourite, it’s well-known that he famously refused to shave his head for the unique Superman: The Film, as an alternative choosing wigs and at last a bald cap within the movie’s closing moments.
Past being humorous, it indicators that the Mad Max: Fury Highway performer isn’t simply returning for a fast cameo or toned-down model of Luthor. Paired with the brand new Jim Lee and Mitch Gerads-inspired key artwork, that includes a power-armored Lex squaring off with Large Blue, it appears to be like just like the character will take a extra bodily function within the sequel. In contrast to in Superman, the place he pulled strings behind the scenes whereas The Engineer and Ultraman dealt with the muscle, Man of Tomorrow seems poised to let Luthor throw a number of punches of his personal.
James Gunn and Peter Safran have been cautious about making untimely bulletins within the DCU, solely setting launch dates when the script is completed and the imaginative and prescient is obvious. So the early tease, coupled with Gunn’s informal “See you on set,” hints that cameras could begin rolling prior to anticipated.
So whereas Superman remains to be ending its field workplace run and gearing up for its September 23 Blu-ray launch, Man of Tomorrow is already shaping as much as increase the stakes. And Nicholas Hoult? He’s not simply again, he’s bald, daring, and apparently able to brawl.
Make sure you keep tuned to CinemaBlend for extra updates because the Large Blue Boy Scout and Luther’s second chapter take form. As for the DCU’s subsequent outing, Supergirl flies onto the 2026 film schedule on June 26, 2026.