Superman stands out as one of the most frequently reimagined superheroes across different media platforms. From animated series to live-action productions, the array of adaptations offers abundant entertainment options. Among these, ‘Smallville’ stands as a notable project—a live-action TV series that captivated audiences from 2002 to 2011, wrapping up after an impressive 10-season run.
For many fans, ‘Smallville’ remains memorable for its portrayal of a young Superman, expertly embodied by Tom Welling, and his formidable adversary, Lex Luthor, skillfully brought to life by Michael Rosenbaum.
This year marks the 13th anniversary since the conclusion of the show, and during this time, both Rosenbaum and the original creators have remained active. Over the past few years, they’ve been diligently crafting an animated continuation of the series—a sequel to the beloved ‘Smallville.’ Rosenbaum recently provided an update to fans, confirming that the project is actively in development. He expressed confidence in...
For many fans, ‘Smallville’ remains memorable for its portrayal of a young Superman, expertly embodied by Tom Welling, and his formidable adversary, Lex Luthor, skillfully brought to life by Michael Rosenbaum.
This year marks the 13th anniversary since the conclusion of the show, and during this time, both Rosenbaum and the original creators have remained active. Over the past few years, they’ve been diligently crafting an animated continuation of the series—a sequel to the beloved ‘Smallville.’ Rosenbaum recently provided an update to fans, confirming that the project is actively in development. He expressed confidence in...
- 6/6/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Superman is one of the most adapted superheroes when it comes to other media, from various animated projects to live-action shows and movies, there’s really plenty to be entertained with. One notable project is certainly ‘Smallville’ a live-action TV show which aired from 2002 until 2011 concluding its run after 10 seasons.
According to many fans ‘Smallville’ gave us the best young Superman played by Tom Welling and his arch-nemesis, Lex Luthor played by Michael Rosenbaum.
This year it’s going to be 13 years since the show ended its run, and in these 13 years, Rosenbaum and the creators of the original haven’t been sitting idly. For a few years now they have been working on an animated revival of the show, something that would serve as a sequel to the original ‘Smallville.’ Rosebaum recently updated the fans, confirming that the project is indeed in development and he has all the right...
According to many fans ‘Smallville’ gave us the best young Superman played by Tom Welling and his arch-nemesis, Lex Luthor played by Michael Rosenbaum.
This year it’s going to be 13 years since the show ended its run, and in these 13 years, Rosenbaum and the creators of the original haven’t been sitting idly. For a few years now they have been working on an animated revival of the show, something that would serve as a sequel to the original ‘Smallville.’ Rosebaum recently updated the fans, confirming that the project is indeed in development and he has all the right...
- 6/6/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Guardians of the Galaxy was loaded with Easter eggs and cameos that spanned decades of Marvel Comics lore. However, some characters got lost in the mix when their roles were much more significant.
One such case is that of Michael Rosenbaum, who played Martinex, one of the earliest Guardians members in the comics. But why was his spot in the trilogy cut back?
Rosenbaum, best known for his role as a young Lex Luthor in Smallville, says that the editors cut out his larger role in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. This isn’t uncommon, however.
The editing teams sometimes need to remove entire characters, reducing them to background decor rather than active members of the plot to tighten up a movie or improve the flow of scenes.
Thanks to Comicbook.com and The Hollywood Reporter, we have Rosenbaum’s first-hand account of what could have been in the previous two Guardians films.
One such case is that of Michael Rosenbaum, who played Martinex, one of the earliest Guardians members in the comics. But why was his spot in the trilogy cut back?
Rosenbaum, best known for his role as a young Lex Luthor in Smallville, says that the editors cut out his larger role in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. This isn’t uncommon, however.
The editing teams sometimes need to remove entire characters, reducing them to background decor rather than active members of the plot to tighten up a movie or improve the flow of scenes.
Thanks to Comicbook.com and The Hollywood Reporter, we have Rosenbaum’s first-hand account of what could have been in the previous two Guardians films.
- 6/5/2024
- by Mike Phalin
- Pirates & Princesses
Lost star-turned-Marvel superhero Evangeline Lilly is calling it quits: The actress announced Monday that she is “stepping away” from acting… at least for now.
“I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision,” she captioned on Instagram alongside a video from 2006 where she’s seen sharing her dreams for the future. “Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings. Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment. I might return to Hollywood one day,...
“I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision,” she captioned on Instagram alongside a video from 2006 where she’s seen sharing her dreams for the future. “Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings. Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment. I might return to Hollywood one day,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
Michael Rosenbaum was supposed to have more screen time in the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' franchise.The 51-year-old actor portrayed Martinex in two of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) flicks and explained that his involvement was meant to be much more significant than the supporting part it turned out to be.Speaking at Nashville Comicon recently, Michael said: "The role was supposed to be a lot bigger. They cut a lot out."You were supposed to see... it was written in the script to see Martinex's powers, which were really cool. But they had so much to talk about in the script that they ended up cutting it out at the end. And there was some other stuff."The 'Smallville' actor explained that he does not have any bad feelings towards director James Gunn and was grateful to have the chance to work with his friend on the movie.
- 6/5/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Michael Rosenbaum claims his character in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy movies was initially supposed to have much more screen time.
During a panel at Nashville Comicon on Saturday, the Smallville star opened up about playing Martinex, a small supporting role, in James Gunn’s sci-fi trilogy.
“The role was supposed to be a lot bigger. They cut a lot out,” Rosenbaum said. “You were supposed to see … it was written in the script to see Martinex’s powers, which were really cool. But they had so much to talk about in the script that they ended up cutting it out at the end. And there was some other stuff.”
However, the Impastor actor feels no animosity toward the director and is just grateful for the experience with the Guardians franchise and his longtime friend Gunn.
“It was fun,” he recalled. “For me, it’s like, I’m working with my friends,...
During a panel at Nashville Comicon on Saturday, the Smallville star opened up about playing Martinex, a small supporting role, in James Gunn’s sci-fi trilogy.
“The role was supposed to be a lot bigger. They cut a lot out,” Rosenbaum said. “You were supposed to see … it was written in the script to see Martinex’s powers, which were really cool. But they had so much to talk about in the script that they ended up cutting it out at the end. And there was some other stuff.”
However, the Impastor actor feels no animosity toward the director and is just grateful for the experience with the Guardians franchise and his longtime friend Gunn.
“It was fun,” he recalled. “For me, it’s like, I’m working with my friends,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Michael Rosenbaum Reveals Martinex Originally Had a Bigger Role in the Guardians of the Galaxy Movies - Main Image
Michael Rosenbaum recently revealed that his character Martinex originally had a bigger role in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies.
The Smallville actor made his MCU debut in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 where he played Martinex, the first officer of the Stakar Ravager Clan that has a body composed of silicon-isotope crystals.
While the character had a fun presence in the two films he appeared in, Martinex ultimately didn't have a large storyline as he mostly appeared as the right-hand man of Sylvester Stallone's Stakar Ogord.
Michael Rosenbaum on Original Plans for Martinex in the Guardians of the Galaxy Movies
In a recent convention appearance, Rosenbaum revealed that Martinex originally had a bigger presence in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and 3, but his screen time was edited down.
Michael Rosenbaum recently revealed that his character Martinex originally had a bigger role in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies.
The Smallville actor made his MCU debut in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 where he played Martinex, the first officer of the Stakar Ravager Clan that has a body composed of silicon-isotope crystals.
While the character had a fun presence in the two films he appeared in, Martinex ultimately didn't have a large storyline as he mostly appeared as the right-hand man of Sylvester Stallone's Stakar Ogord.
Michael Rosenbaum on Original Plans for Martinex in the Guardians of the Galaxy Movies
In a recent convention appearance, Rosenbaum revealed that Martinex originally had a bigger presence in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and 3, but his screen time was edited down.
- 6/4/2024
- EpicStream
Among DC fans, Michael Rosenbaum is notable for his portrayal of Lex Luthor in Smallville, which James Gunn previously deemed his favorite iteration of the character onscreen. Apart from Luthor, Rosenbaum has also voiced several other DC characters, including Deadman, Kid Flash, and Barry Allen, across shows like Batman Beyond, Static Shock, Teen Titans, etc.
However, his stint in the realm of superheroes isn’t just limited to DC, as thanks to his good pal Gunn, the actor landed the role of Martinex in the Guardians of the Galaxy films. But per the actor, his role in the films was initially supposed to be a lot bigger than it ended up being.
Michael Rosenbaum Will Gladly Return for More Martinex
James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
When it comes to dealing with a huge cast in superhero flicks, few do it better than James Gunn. Not only...
However, his stint in the realm of superheroes isn’t just limited to DC, as thanks to his good pal Gunn, the actor landed the role of Martinex in the Guardians of the Galaxy films. But per the actor, his role in the films was initially supposed to be a lot bigger than it ended up being.
Michael Rosenbaum Will Gladly Return for More Martinex
James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
When it comes to dealing with a huge cast in superhero flicks, few do it better than James Gunn. Not only...
- 6/4/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
While his work on his reboot version of DC’s cinematic universe as its co-ceo is yet to be seen, James Gunn has displayed his charming directing flair in quite a few other projects that were nothing short of lovable.
Besides the fan-favorite The Suicide Squad from the DC Universe being one of them, he is also credited with helming the MCU masterpiece, Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy.
James Gunn. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
That being said, while the trilogy was pretty much perfect, some fans might still hold a grudge against Gunn for a decision he took for Michael Rosenbaum, i.e. the actor who played Lex Luthor in the television series.
This was because the filmmaker decided to sideline Rosenbaum’s character in the trilogy for the MCU, i.e., Martinex, in a rather humiliating way.
James Gunn’s Gotg Trilogy Brutally Sidelined Michael Rosenbaum’s Character...
Besides the fan-favorite The Suicide Squad from the DC Universe being one of them, he is also credited with helming the MCU masterpiece, Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy.
James Gunn. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
That being said, while the trilogy was pretty much perfect, some fans might still hold a grudge against Gunn for a decision he took for Michael Rosenbaum, i.e. the actor who played Lex Luthor in the television series.
This was because the filmmaker decided to sideline Rosenbaum’s character in the trilogy for the MCU, i.e., Martinex, in a rather humiliating way.
James Gunn’s Gotg Trilogy Brutally Sidelined Michael Rosenbaum’s Character...
- 6/4/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Lex Luthor is one of Superman’s most iconic and menacing villains, frequently adapted in both animation and live-action, with nearly as many actors portraying him as there are for the Man of Steel.
In the upcoming Superman reboot by James Gunn, Nicholas Hoult has been cast as Lex Luthor. This choice surprised fans, given Gunn’s close friendship with Michael Rosenbaum, widely regarded as one of the best live-action portrayals of Lex Luthor.
At a recent Nashville Comicon 2024 panel, Michael Rosenbaum revealed to ComicBook that he did ask James Gunn why he wasn’t included in the upcoming movie. Despite this, Rosenbaum seems to hold no hard feelings about the decision.
I’m always up for a challenge. I’m always up for fun. Whatever comes to me, I look at it, and if it’s not too silly, or if it makes me laugh, or I think I...
In the upcoming Superman reboot by James Gunn, Nicholas Hoult has been cast as Lex Luthor. This choice surprised fans, given Gunn’s close friendship with Michael Rosenbaum, widely regarded as one of the best live-action portrayals of Lex Luthor.
At a recent Nashville Comicon 2024 panel, Michael Rosenbaum revealed to ComicBook that he did ask James Gunn why he wasn’t included in the upcoming movie. Despite this, Rosenbaum seems to hold no hard feelings about the decision.
I’m always up for a challenge. I’m always up for fun. Whatever comes to me, I look at it, and if it’s not too silly, or if it makes me laugh, or I think I...
- 6/4/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Lex Luthor is one of the most popular Superman villains and one of the most menacing, so it doesn’t surprise us that he has been adapted numerous times both in animation and in live-action, having almost as many actors as the Man of Steel.
Upcoming Gunn’s Superman reboot has already cast Nicholas Hoult in the role of Lex Luthor, something that surprised fans considering that the director is good friends with Michael Rosenbaum, one of the best live-action Lex Luthors in existence.
At a recent Nashville Comicon 2024 panel speaking for ComicBook Rosenbaum revealed that he did in fact ask Gunn why he wasn’t in the upcoming movie, why he wasn’t included at all, but the actor seemingly has no hard feelings about it:
I’m always up for a challenge. I’m always up for fun. Whatever comes to me, I look at it, and if it’s not too silly,...
Upcoming Gunn’s Superman reboot has already cast Nicholas Hoult in the role of Lex Luthor, something that surprised fans considering that the director is good friends with Michael Rosenbaum, one of the best live-action Lex Luthors in existence.
At a recent Nashville Comicon 2024 panel speaking for ComicBook Rosenbaum revealed that he did in fact ask Gunn why he wasn’t in the upcoming movie, why he wasn’t included at all, but the actor seemingly has no hard feelings about it:
I’m always up for a challenge. I’m always up for fun. Whatever comes to me, I look at it, and if it’s not too silly,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Smallville remains one of the most beloved comic book TV shows ever made and, for many DC fans, Tom Welling is their Man of Steel and Michael Rosenbaum is the Lex Luthor.
The series had a lengthy run, kicking off in 2001 before wrapping up in 2011 following a memorable 10 seasons (which somehow didn't see Clark Kent take flight and suit until the final episode). Still, fans were left eager for more and eventually got a comic book sequel detailing the hero's time as Superman.
Welling and Rosenbaum have spent years teasing plans for an animated revival and, in an interview with ComicBook.com. the latter confirmed it remains in the very early stages of development.
"Tom and I are working on a Smallville animated series that we're trying to get made. It's gonna take time," the actor explained. "But the creators of Smallville are attached, they want to be a part of it.
The series had a lengthy run, kicking off in 2001 before wrapping up in 2011 following a memorable 10 seasons (which somehow didn't see Clark Kent take flight and suit until the final episode). Still, fans were left eager for more and eventually got a comic book sequel detailing the hero's time as Superman.
Welling and Rosenbaum have spent years teasing plans for an animated revival and, in an interview with ComicBook.com. the latter confirmed it remains in the very early stages of development.
"Tom and I are working on a Smallville animated series that we're trying to get made. It's gonna take time," the actor explained. "But the creators of Smallville are attached, they want to be a part of it.
- 6/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Could it be time for a familiar face to soar once again through the DC universe? Michael Rosenbaum, whose turn as the infamous Lex Luthor earned him a legion of fans in Alfred Gough & Miles Millar’s iconic Smallville series, may just have the key to unlocking his return to James Gunn’s Dcu—under one clear, heartfelt condition.
With a candid moment tinged with possibilities, Rosenbaum recently shared that he would be thrilled to play the incredibly complex villain, given the right pitch and call from his friend James Gunn. The Smallville series followed Clark (played by Tom Welling) as he learned about his Kryptonian ancestry and eventually underwent the training that would prepare him to become Superman.
Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor in Smallville | Warner Bros. Television
Also, the series told the staggering tale of Lex Luthor and how, in hindsight, he came to be the Man of Steel’s greatest adversary.
With a candid moment tinged with possibilities, Rosenbaum recently shared that he would be thrilled to play the incredibly complex villain, given the right pitch and call from his friend James Gunn. The Smallville series followed Clark (played by Tom Welling) as he learned about his Kryptonian ancestry and eventually underwent the training that would prepare him to become Superman.
Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor in Smallville | Warner Bros. Television
Also, the series told the staggering tale of Lex Luthor and how, in hindsight, he came to be the Man of Steel’s greatest adversary.
- 6/4/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
My Adventures with Superman is one of the most brilliant superhero animated series. Created by Brendan Clougher, Jake Wyatt, and Josie Campbell, the Adult Swim series tells the story of Superman aka Clark Kent as he starts his new job at The Daily Planet, with his roommate Jimmy Olson, and his senior intern at The Daily Planet who is none other than Lois Lane. They quickly become a team and try to bring in big stories so that they can become real reporters while Clark also tries to become the hero he is meant to be. My Adventures with Superman has great action but the brilliant thing about the series is that it isn’t an action series about Superman, it’s a series about a superhero and his relationships as he figures out who he really is. So, if you love the heart, optimism, great story, and fantastic animation...
- 5/27/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
By all accounts, Christopher Reeve was one of the kindest and most giving men in the business, something that so many of his co-stars and friends gave back. For those lucky enough to work alongside him on screens both big and small – even just once – it will always be a special moment. This holds true even in far lesser fare, as Superman III co-star Annette O’Toole remembers just how giving Reeve was even off the set.
Speaking with MovieWeb, Annette O’Toole – who played Clark Kent’s childhood friend Lana Lang – remembered the time that Christopher Reeve took her to a Simon & Garfunkel concert at Wembley Stadium while she was still trying to get acclimated to the environment. “[They] just kind of introduced me to the world as being part of this huge movie. And it was just a wonderful night, and he was so sweet all the time. He couldn...
Speaking with MovieWeb, Annette O’Toole – who played Clark Kent’s childhood friend Lana Lang – remembered the time that Christopher Reeve took her to a Simon & Garfunkel concert at Wembley Stadium while she was still trying to get acclimated to the environment. “[They] just kind of introduced me to the world as being part of this huge movie. And it was just a wonderful night, and he was so sweet all the time. He couldn...
- 5/26/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
While Grant Gustin was first noticed in the popular musical series Glee, it was his famous stint as DC’s superhero, The Flash, that made people sit up and take notice of him. Since 2014 for 9 seasons, Gustin portrayed the Scarlet Speedster in CW’s original series and became synonymous with the role among ardent fans.
Grant Gustin in Glee (image credit: Fox)
While it is hard to imagine anyone other than Gustin fitting into this part, viewers would be surprised to know that the talented celebrity almost did not want to audition for this marquee role. Gustin in a candid interview, elaborated on the reasons behind wanting to stay away from this character and why he believed that he would not be a good choice.
Grant Gustin Had Doubts About Doing Justice To The Scarlet Speedster
For over 9 years between 2014 and 2023, Grant Gustin entered fans’ living rooms and regaled them...
Grant Gustin in Glee (image credit: Fox)
While it is hard to imagine anyone other than Gustin fitting into this part, viewers would be surprised to know that the talented celebrity almost did not want to audition for this marquee role. Gustin in a candid interview, elaborated on the reasons behind wanting to stay away from this character and why he believed that he would not be a good choice.
Grant Gustin Had Doubts About Doing Justice To The Scarlet Speedster
For over 9 years between 2014 and 2023, Grant Gustin entered fans’ living rooms and regaled them...
- 5/26/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
It’s not uncommon for shows to lose their spark when they go on for too long, and this is pretty apparent in most CW shows, especially the Arrowverse, which kickstarted with Arrow in 2012. Despite starting on a high note that led to The Flash’s launch, which too was showered with laudation by fans and critics, there wasn’t a constant flow of quality in their latter seasons.
In hindsight, it’s not surprising to see why this was the case, as Marc Guggenheim, one of its creators, recalled they didn’t initially start out with an interconnected universe in mind.
Marc Guggenheim Explained Why the Initial Seasons of Arrow Peaked
A still from Arrow | CW
After Smallville concluded in 2011, CW hired Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg, and Greg Berlanti to make Arrow, which was initially intended to be a Smallville spin-off. However, this idea was dropped shortly after as...
In hindsight, it’s not surprising to see why this was the case, as Marc Guggenheim, one of its creators, recalled they didn’t initially start out with an interconnected universe in mind.
Marc Guggenheim Explained Why the Initial Seasons of Arrow Peaked
A still from Arrow | CW
After Smallville concluded in 2011, CW hired Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg, and Greg Berlanti to make Arrow, which was initially intended to be a Smallville spin-off. However, this idea was dropped shortly after as...
- 5/23/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
According to rumors, James Gunn will make Green Arrow a part of his Justice League team in the Dcu. The character has a decent fanbase, thanks to Stephen Amell’s eight-season run as Oliver Queen in The CW show, Arrow. Earlier, Zack Snyder tried to include the character in the Dceu, with another actor considered for the role, but it didn’t ultimately work out. Interestingly, rumors also suggest that Dcu will make Black Canary his partner.
Stephen Amell as Green Arrow in Arrow | The CW
Amell expressed interest in reprising the character for a film version, which also didn’t happen probably due to Amell’s personal life troubles. The character Black Canary appeared in the Dceu, played by Jurnee Smollett, in the film Birds of Prey.
James Gunn Might Bring Both Green Arrow and Black Canary Into The Dcu
James Gunn is reportedly bringing DC Comics’ Green Arrow...
Stephen Amell as Green Arrow in Arrow | The CW
Amell expressed interest in reprising the character for a film version, which also didn’t happen probably due to Amell’s personal life troubles. The character Black Canary appeared in the Dceu, played by Jurnee Smollett, in the film Birds of Prey.
James Gunn Might Bring Both Green Arrow and Black Canary Into The Dcu
James Gunn is reportedly bringing DC Comics’ Green Arrow...
- 5/23/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Available starting today on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital, we have an exclusive look at the restored version of We Go On, from directors Jesse Holland and Andy Mitton.
"Paralyzed by his fear of dying, Miles Grissom (Clark Freeman) offers a cash reward to the first person who can show him a ghost, an angel, a demon, or anything to prove the existence of an afterlife. He narrows responses down to three candidates - a scientist, a medium, and a worldly entrepreneur. And along with his fiercely protective mother (Annette O'Toole), he embarks on an adventure that will spiral into an unthinkable nightmare.
From Jesse Holland and Andy Mitton, the directors of the chilling YellowBrickRoad, comes a supremely accomplished supernatural thriller, “one of the most gripping paranormal explorations that cinema has seen in years” (Fantasia Int’l Film Festival) and winner of Audience Awards at Dances with Films and the Dead by Dawn Horror Film Festival,...
"Paralyzed by his fear of dying, Miles Grissom (Clark Freeman) offers a cash reward to the first person who can show him a ghost, an angel, a demon, or anything to prove the existence of an afterlife. He narrows responses down to three candidates - a scientist, a medium, and a worldly entrepreneur. And along with his fiercely protective mother (Annette O'Toole), he embarks on an adventure that will spiral into an unthinkable nightmare.
From Jesse Holland and Andy Mitton, the directors of the chilling YellowBrickRoad, comes a supremely accomplished supernatural thriller, “one of the most gripping paranormal explorations that cinema has seen in years” (Fantasia Int’l Film Festival) and winner of Audience Awards at Dances with Films and the Dead by Dawn Horror Film Festival,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Superman, one of the most iconic superheroes, has been portrayed by various actors across TV shows, movies, and animated media. From classic renditions that shaped a generation to modern interpretations that introduced the character to new audiences, Superman remains a cherished symbol of hope, justice, and strength.
With such a rich history, fans recently gathered on Ranker to rank Superman actors from worst to best. Among over 10 thousand votes, we’ve compiled the top picks for you.
10. Nolan North
Although he hasn’t played Superman in live-action, North has showcased his talent by voicing the Man of Steel in numerous animated projects. His portrayal of Superman is characterized by his ability to embody the iconic strength, integrity, and sense of duty associated with the character.
9. Dean Cain
Dean Cain brought Superman to life in ‘Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman’ (1993-1997). His charismatic and charming portrayal of the...
With such a rich history, fans recently gathered on Ranker to rank Superman actors from worst to best. Among over 10 thousand votes, we’ve compiled the top picks for you.
10. Nolan North
Although he hasn’t played Superman in live-action, North has showcased his talent by voicing the Man of Steel in numerous animated projects. His portrayal of Superman is characterized by his ability to embody the iconic strength, integrity, and sense of duty associated with the character.
9. Dean Cain
Dean Cain brought Superman to life in ‘Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman’ (1993-1997). His charismatic and charming portrayal of the...
- 5/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Superman is one of the most adapted superheroes of all time. He appeared in numerous TV shows, movies & animated media so it’s not surprising that quite a few actors have donned the mantle or lent the voice to the iconic character.
From the classic portrayals that defined a generation to the modern interpretations that have reimagined the character for new audiences, Superman remains a beloved symbol of hope, justice, and strength. Due to this, fans gathered on Ranker where over 10 thousand fans ranked all Superman actors from worst to best, and we decided to bring you the best among them.
10. Nolan North
While he may not have portrayed Superman in live-action, North has lent his talents to voicing the Man of Steel in various animated projects. His portrayal of Superman is marked by capturing the iconic strength, integrity, and sense of duty.
9. Dean Cain
Dean Cain portrayed Superman in...
From the classic portrayals that defined a generation to the modern interpretations that have reimagined the character for new audiences, Superman remains a beloved symbol of hope, justice, and strength. Due to this, fans gathered on Ranker where over 10 thousand fans ranked all Superman actors from worst to best, and we decided to bring you the best among them.
10. Nolan North
While he may not have portrayed Superman in live-action, North has lent his talents to voicing the Man of Steel in various animated projects. His portrayal of Superman is marked by capturing the iconic strength, integrity, and sense of duty.
9. Dean Cain
Dean Cain portrayed Superman in...
- 5/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Stars: Clark Freeman, Annette O’ Toole, John Glover, David Bickford, Justin Carpenter, Jay Dunn, Edwin Garcia II, Laura Heisler, Terry Kaye, Logan Kishi, Peter Lucas | Written and Directed by Jesse Holland, Andy Mitton
Phobia-ridden and driven by a sense of existential dread a man places an ad in the newspaper: prove the existence of life after death, win thirty thousand dollars. Of the many replies he receives, Miles narrows the applicants down to just three – a scientist, a medium and an entrepreneur.
First and foremost, We Go On is a road movie; a mother and her son, seeking answers. Like a downbeat Mulder and Scully, the sceptic (or flat-out unbeliever) and the agnostic, scrabbling for hope in a world which often terrifies the latter. Such a concept would be nothing without a strong pair of leads, and this it has in spades with Clark Freeman and the always wonderful Annette O’ Toole.
Phobia-ridden and driven by a sense of existential dread a man places an ad in the newspaper: prove the existence of life after death, win thirty thousand dollars. Of the many replies he receives, Miles narrows the applicants down to just three – a scientist, a medium and an entrepreneur.
First and foremost, We Go On is a road movie; a mother and her son, seeking answers. Like a downbeat Mulder and Scully, the sceptic (or flat-out unbeliever) and the agnostic, scrabbling for hope in a world which often terrifies the latter. Such a concept would be nothing without a strong pair of leads, and this it has in spades with Clark Freeman and the always wonderful Annette O’ Toole.
- 5/21/2024
- by Joel Harley
- Nerdly
Superman/Clark Kent is one of the first superheroes to come to life and among the first to have made his live-action debut. Ever since Kirk Alyn became the first person to portray the DC hero in live-action in 1948, there have been dozens of actors who have portrayed the character till now. Among the many actors, Christopher Reeves, Henry Cavill, Brandon Routh, and Dean Cain are often heralded for their incredible portrayals.
Henry Cavill as Clark Kent in a from Man of Steel | Warner Bros.
But ask DC fans about who played the best Clark Kent in live-action, the answer is none of the above. Instead, several fans feel it is Tom Welling who was the best Clark Kent that DC ever had.
Tom Welling is DC’s Best Clark Kent Yet Tom Welling as Clark Kent in a still from Smallville (Image: CW)
Over the last few decades, Superman...
Henry Cavill as Clark Kent in a from Man of Steel | Warner Bros.
But ask DC fans about who played the best Clark Kent in live-action, the answer is none of the above. Instead, several fans feel it is Tom Welling who was the best Clark Kent that DC ever had.
Tom Welling is DC’s Best Clark Kent Yet Tom Welling as Clark Kent in a still from Smallville (Image: CW)
Over the last few decades, Superman...
- 5/20/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Note: The following story contains spoilers from the “Tracker” Season 1 finale.
In Sunday night’s Season 1 finale of “Tracker,” Colter Shaw (Justin Hartley) learned there are even more mysteries surrounding his late father than he realized — and that everyone else in his family seems to know more about it than he does.
TheWrap spoke with Hartley before the episode premiered about what we can expect in Season 2, plus some of the unusual stats that his character racked up in Season 1.
Hartley also told us how much we can expect to see Colter’s siblings Russell (Jensen Ackles) and Dory (Melissa Roxburgh), as well as the actor’s real-life wife Sofia Pernas, who plays fellow reward-seeker Billie Matalon.
TheWrap: In the finale, we find out there’s a mysterious box with papers that belonged to Colter’s father, that his sister Dory has it for some reason — and that his father...
In Sunday night’s Season 1 finale of “Tracker,” Colter Shaw (Justin Hartley) learned there are even more mysteries surrounding his late father than he realized — and that everyone else in his family seems to know more about it than he does.
TheWrap spoke with Hartley before the episode premiered about what we can expect in Season 2, plus some of the unusual stats that his character racked up in Season 1.
Hartley also told us how much we can expect to see Colter’s siblings Russell (Jensen Ackles) and Dory (Melissa Roxburgh), as well as the actor’s real-life wife Sofia Pernas, who plays fellow reward-seeker Billie Matalon.
TheWrap: In the finale, we find out there’s a mysterious box with papers that belonged to Colter’s father, that his sister Dory has it for some reason — and that his father...
- 5/20/2024
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
In the vast universe of DC comics, Booster Gold is a superhero unlike any other. What sets him apart is not his futuristic technology or time-traveling antics, but rather his insatiable thirst for power and fame. After two brief live-action appearances in DC, the fan-favorite character will be making his way to the Dcu under James Gunn.
Booster Gold from DC Comics
Slated to have his own HBO Max series, fans have since been busy fan-casting several actors in the role. While Chris Pratt seems to be leading the race, James Gunn recently dismissed the rumors that the series is starting production soon.
James Gunn Quenches Booster Gold Rumors
James Gunn at the 2016 Sdcc (Photo: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)A vain, self-centered, and fame-hungry character, Booster Gold is relatable and a human being despite his obvious flaws. Unlike other conventional superheroes, fans have come to love his unusual characteristics and nature.
Booster Gold from DC Comics
Slated to have his own HBO Max series, fans have since been busy fan-casting several actors in the role. While Chris Pratt seems to be leading the race, James Gunn recently dismissed the rumors that the series is starting production soon.
James Gunn Quenches Booster Gold Rumors
James Gunn at the 2016 Sdcc (Photo: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)A vain, self-centered, and fame-hungry character, Booster Gold is relatable and a human being despite his obvious flaws. Unlike other conventional superheroes, fans have come to love his unusual characteristics and nature.
- 5/19/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
The Arrow series is undoubtedly one of the best superhero Television series that became the originator of the Arrowverse. It revolves around Oliver Queen, a billionaire playboy who assumes the vigilante persona to fight crime and corruption in the city.
Stephen Amell as Oliver Queen/Green Arrow
While avid fans are well aware that Stephen Amell became the face of the DC Comics character Green Arrow there, many would be surprised to know that Justin Hartley, who portrayed the character in Smallville, was never considered for the role in the Arrowverse.
Smallville‘s Oliver Queen Actor, Justin Hartley Was Not Even an Option for Arrow
Long before Stephen Amell portrayed Oliver Queen/Green Arrow in the Arrow series, Justin Hartley was the one playing the role in Smallville. The latter was introduced in Smallville Season 6 as a recurring character who became a catalyst in Clark Kent (Tom Welling) fulfilling his destiny.
Stephen Amell as Oliver Queen/Green Arrow
While avid fans are well aware that Stephen Amell became the face of the DC Comics character Green Arrow there, many would be surprised to know that Justin Hartley, who portrayed the character in Smallville, was never considered for the role in the Arrowverse.
Smallville‘s Oliver Queen Actor, Justin Hartley Was Not Even an Option for Arrow
Long before Stephen Amell portrayed Oliver Queen/Green Arrow in the Arrow series, Justin Hartley was the one playing the role in Smallville. The latter was introduced in Smallville Season 6 as a recurring character who became a catalyst in Clark Kent (Tom Welling) fulfilling his destiny.
- 5/17/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Sophia Bush (One Tree Hill) and Chris Carmack (Grey’s Anatomy) will topline The Stranger in My Home, a new thriller from Brad Krevoy’s Motion Picture Corporation of America, which entered production in Utah toward the end of last month.
Others set for roles include Chris Johnson (4400) and Amiah Miller (War for the Planet of the Apes).
Directed by Jeff Fisher (The Image of You), the film follows Ali (Bush), her husband Jeff (Johnson) and their brilliant, vivacious teenage daughter, Katie (Miller) — the absolute center of Ali’s world. When Tom Truby (Carmack) knocks at their door, life as they know it ends. 15 years ago, someone switched Ali and Tom’s babies at the hospital. And now Ali is facing the unthinkable: the daughter she brought home doesn’t belong to her.
An adaptation of the novel from bestselling UK author Adele Parks MBE, who has a multi-picture deal with Mpca,...
Others set for roles include Chris Johnson (4400) and Amiah Miller (War for the Planet of the Apes).
Directed by Jeff Fisher (The Image of You), the film follows Ali (Bush), her husband Jeff (Johnson) and their brilliant, vivacious teenage daughter, Katie (Miller) — the absolute center of Ali’s world. When Tom Truby (Carmack) knocks at their door, life as they know it ends. 15 years ago, someone switched Ali and Tom’s babies at the hospital. And now Ali is facing the unthinkable: the daughter she brought home doesn’t belong to her.
An adaptation of the novel from bestselling UK author Adele Parks MBE, who has a multi-picture deal with Mpca,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
DC Studios' "Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters" slate left us with plenty to be excited about, but news of a Booster Gold TV series coming to Max was arguably among James Gunn's most thrilling announcements.
Fans have been waiting a long time to see the time-travelling superhero in live-action, and while Donald Faison briefly showed up in what would become Legends of Tomorrow's series finale following its cancellation, the character has yet to be given the chance to shine on screen (Eric Martsolf briefly played him in Smallville).
That will soon change, and all signs point to Xolo Maridueña's Blue Beetle joining the time-travelling superhero.
A recent Production List update suggested Booster Gold will start shooting in July. Now, scooper @MyTimeToShineH has chimed in, claiming that is indeed the case. Even more exciting, though, is the fact the character has supposedly been cast in the Dcu!
We...
Fans have been waiting a long time to see the time-travelling superhero in live-action, and while Donald Faison briefly showed up in what would become Legends of Tomorrow's series finale following its cancellation, the character has yet to be given the chance to shine on screen (Eric Martsolf briefly played him in Smallville).
That will soon change, and all signs point to Xolo Maridueña's Blue Beetle joining the time-travelling superhero.
A recent Production List update suggested Booster Gold will start shooting in July. Now, scooper @MyTimeToShineH has chimed in, claiming that is indeed the case. Even more exciting, though, is the fact the character has supposedly been cast in the Dcu!
We...
- 5/15/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Up, Up, and Away! Truth, Justice, and The American Way. These immediately cause comic fans to conjure up one specific character, The Big Blue Boy Scout. Superman. Heralded as the one that started the superhero boom in comics way back in 1938, there have been a lot of live-action versions over the years. Last year’s Flash movie highlighted some of the more popular ones and even one that had never actually been put on film. With James Gunn taking over the Dcu and using a new Superman film as the starting line, what can we expect from the upcoming film?
Who’s In It?
It’s always interesting to see who will get the chance to put on the suit. Will they go more for the look of Superman, or will they find an actor who can convey the wholesomeness of the character? Sometimes, they get both. The characters surrounding...
Who’s In It?
It’s always interesting to see who will get the chance to put on the suit. Will they go more for the look of Superman, or will they find an actor who can convey the wholesomeness of the character? Sometimes, they get both. The characters surrounding...
- 5/12/2024
- by Bryan Wolford
- JoBlo.com
Jenna Ortega’s titular role in Netflix’s Wednesday show was highly celebrated in 2022, and the show itself became a bit hit for the streamer. In addition to fans loving the show, awards recognition came in as it was nominated for several Emmys. The series has been renewed for a second season and production has begun on the much-awaited sophomore entry of the show.
Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams in Netflix’s Wednesday
The second season will see a bunch of new faces including Steve Buscemi, Haley Joel Osment, Noah Taylor, Evie Templeton, and Billie Piper. The latter is most famously known for her role as Rose Tyler in Doctor Who. She also starred in the horror series Penny Dreadful and her brilliant performance in the show makes it fitting for her to join the world of Wednesday, due to their similar supernatural elements.
Billie Piper’s Work on Penny Dreadful...
Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams in Netflix’s Wednesday
The second season will see a bunch of new faces including Steve Buscemi, Haley Joel Osment, Noah Taylor, Evie Templeton, and Billie Piper. The latter is most famously known for her role as Rose Tyler in Doctor Who. She also starred in the horror series Penny Dreadful and her brilliant performance in the show makes it fitting for her to join the world of Wednesday, due to their similar supernatural elements.
Billie Piper’s Work on Penny Dreadful...
- 5/8/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Here we woe again. Netflix has announced this morning that production is now underway on “Wednesday” Season 2, and they’ve also revealed the cast with a fun teaser video.
Jenna Ortega stars in the upcoming new season as Wednesday Addams, with Luis Guzmán returning as Gomez Addams and Catherine Zeta-Jones back as Morticia Addams.
The “Wednesday” Season 2 cast also includes Joy Sunday as Bianca, Joanna Lumley as Grandmama, Emma Myers as Enid, Steve Buscemi as Barry Dort, Billie Piper as Capri, and Thandiwe Newton as Dr. Fairburn, along with Hunter Doohan, Victor Dorobantu, Moosa Mostafa, Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo, Georgie Farmer, Isaac Ordonez, Evie Templeton, Owen Painter, and Noah Taylor.
Additionally, guest stars for Season 2 include Jamie McShane, Frances O’Connor, Haley Joel Osment, Heather Matarazzo, Joonas Suotamo, Fred Armisen, and Christopher Lloyd. Of particular note here, Lloyd of course played Uncle Fester in the live action Addams Family movies from the 1990s,...
Jenna Ortega stars in the upcoming new season as Wednesday Addams, with Luis Guzmán returning as Gomez Addams and Catherine Zeta-Jones back as Morticia Addams.
The “Wednesday” Season 2 cast also includes Joy Sunday as Bianca, Joanna Lumley as Grandmama, Emma Myers as Enid, Steve Buscemi as Barry Dort, Billie Piper as Capri, and Thandiwe Newton as Dr. Fairburn, along with Hunter Doohan, Victor Dorobantu, Moosa Mostafa, Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo, Georgie Farmer, Isaac Ordonez, Evie Templeton, Owen Painter, and Noah Taylor.
Additionally, guest stars for Season 2 include Jamie McShane, Frances O’Connor, Haley Joel Osment, Heather Matarazzo, Joonas Suotamo, Fred Armisen, and Christopher Lloyd. Of particular note here, Lloyd of course played Uncle Fester in the live action Addams Family movies from the 1990s,...
- 5/7/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
As David Corenswet Debuts As Superman, Here’s A Look At Every Actor Who Has Played The Superhero So Far
David Corenswet has officially made his debut in the Superman suit as his first look from the upcoming eponymous film has been revealed. James Gunn, the writer-director of the film and the Co-CEO of DC Studios, unveiled the look himself. Now that David Corenswet is playing a new version of the Man of Steel, he has a legacy to live up to, as a number of actors have taken on the costume in the past.
Superman’s screen history goes way back to the 1940s when the first live-action film serial based on the DC superhero arrived in cinemas. Since then, the baton has been passed down from generation to generation, with each actor bringing their own charisma to the character. Let’s have a look at all the actors...
David Corenswet has officially made his debut in the Superman suit as his first look from the upcoming eponymous film has been revealed. James Gunn, the writer-director of the film and the Co-CEO of DC Studios, unveiled the look himself. Now that David Corenswet is playing a new version of the Man of Steel, he has a legacy to live up to, as a number of actors have taken on the costume in the past.
Superman’s screen history goes way back to the 1940s when the first live-action film serial based on the DC superhero arrived in cinemas. Since then, the baton has been passed down from generation to generation, with each actor bringing their own charisma to the character. Let’s have a look at all the actors...
- 5/7/2024
- by Jashandeep Singh
- KoiMoi
Following his acting stints in shows like Smallville and Titans, Alan Ritchson gained wider recognition portraying the titular character in Amazon Prime’s action thriller series, Reacher. The series features him as the former U.S. Army military policeman and the actor embodied his character’s formidable strength and towering stature as depicted in Lee Child’s book series.
Alan Ritchson | Credit: Amazon Prime Video
However, his sudden transformation to embody the character on-screen raised many questions, with many even speculating steroid use. While Ritchson has constantly denied such assertions, a celebrity trainer has argued against his claims, as he disclosed the truth behind the steroid use in the film industry.
Alan Ritchson Denied Using Steroids to Bulk Up
Alan Ritchson’s transformation for the Amazon Prime series caught many by surprise as he bulked up to embody the character of Jack Reacher. And the actor did not hesitate to share his fitness regimen.
Alan Ritchson | Credit: Amazon Prime Video
However, his sudden transformation to embody the character on-screen raised many questions, with many even speculating steroid use. While Ritchson has constantly denied such assertions, a celebrity trainer has argued against his claims, as he disclosed the truth behind the steroid use in the film industry.
Alan Ritchson Denied Using Steroids to Bulk Up
Alan Ritchson’s transformation for the Amazon Prime series caught many by surprise as he bulked up to embody the character of Jack Reacher. And the actor did not hesitate to share his fitness regimen.
- 5/6/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
For as long as anyone can remember, there’s been this ongoing debate: DC or Marvel, who’s the best? And now, once again, it’s keeping fans awake at night, this time wondering who’d come out on top in a fight. Will it be the Justice League or the X-Men?
A still from The X-Men ’97
It is undeniable that both of these are a powerhouse of a team from DC and Marvel, respectively, each with their own set of skills and strengths. Thus, it’s hard not to imagine how they’d stack up against each other. Even though it gets pretty heated, fans aren’t holding back from sharing their thoughts.
Justice League vs. X-Men Who Would Actually Win?
The Justice League and the X-Men stand as two of the mightiest teams in entire superhero lore, with a legion of devoted fans willing to battle it out...
A still from The X-Men ’97
It is undeniable that both of these are a powerhouse of a team from DC and Marvel, respectively, each with their own set of skills and strengths. Thus, it’s hard not to imagine how they’d stack up against each other. Even though it gets pretty heated, fans aren’t holding back from sharing their thoughts.
Justice League vs. X-Men Who Would Actually Win?
The Justice League and the X-Men stand as two of the mightiest teams in entire superhero lore, with a legion of devoted fans willing to battle it out...
- 5/4/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Twenty years ago, Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage’s breakout hit The O.C., about a group of teens coming of age in Newport Beach, premiered on Fox. By the time the 27-episode first season aired its finale in the spring of 2004, the show was the highest-rated drama on TV among adults 18 to 34 and had catapulted its stars — whose characters were affectionately known as the “Core Four” — to massive, near-overnight popularity.
It wouldn’t be the first or last young adult series in the U.S. to generate a cultural frenzy. But the industry ecosystem that birthed and defined zeitgeisty YA shows like it — 22-episode drama series with largely white casts found through in-person auditions — is vanishing. As viewers have increasingly abandoned broadcast and cable TV, the linear networks these shows called home (Fox, The WB, Upn, The CW, MTV and Freeform) have also faced mergers, acquisitions, multiple rebrands or given...
It wouldn’t be the first or last young adult series in the U.S. to generate a cultural frenzy. But the industry ecosystem that birthed and defined zeitgeisty YA shows like it — 22-episode drama series with largely white casts found through in-person auditions — is vanishing. As viewers have increasingly abandoned broadcast and cable TV, the linear networks these shows called home (Fox, The WB, Upn, The CW, MTV and Freeform) have also faced mergers, acquisitions, multiple rebrands or given...
- 4/30/2024
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice writers and creators of the smash hit Netflix series Wednesday, Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, have signed a first-look deal with Sony Pictures to develop films through the duo’s Millar Gough Ink banner, Deadline has learned.
Season 2 of Wednesday, the most watched Netflix series of all time at 1.7 billion hours, is shooting in Ireland this month, while Beetlejuice Beetlejuice which reteams filmmaker Tim Burton and star Michael Keaton could hit one of the biggest openings of the year when it opens on Sept. 6.
Aaron Schmidt
In addition, Aaron Schmidt has been hired as Head of Film at Millar Gough Ink, where he will spearhead development and production. Schmidt recently oversaw development for Seth Grahame-Smith and David Katzenberg’s KatzSmith Productions, based at Warner Bros. He was a producer on the reboot of Child’s Play with Aubrey Plaza and Mark Hamill, Kung Fury with Michael Fassbender and Arnold Schwarzenegger,...
Season 2 of Wednesday, the most watched Netflix series of all time at 1.7 billion hours, is shooting in Ireland this month, while Beetlejuice Beetlejuice which reteams filmmaker Tim Burton and star Michael Keaton could hit one of the biggest openings of the year when it opens on Sept. 6.
Aaron Schmidt
In addition, Aaron Schmidt has been hired as Head of Film at Millar Gough Ink, where he will spearhead development and production. Schmidt recently oversaw development for Seth Grahame-Smith and David Katzenberg’s KatzSmith Productions, based at Warner Bros. He was a producer on the reboot of Child’s Play with Aubrey Plaza and Mark Hamill, Kung Fury with Michael Fassbender and Arnold Schwarzenegger,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
[Editor’s Note: this list was originally published in March 2018. It has since been updated with new entries.]
It’s easy to think of the kind of stories that get told in the comic book world as just one genre or tone, but as seen below, graphic novels, comic strips, and other sequential art have offered up an incredible range of storytelling. And these stories have been inspiring great TV shows for years, even before superhero stories dominated the box office.
There were plenty of options that nearly made the list, like the WB’s “Smallville,” which squandered its early potential after running just a few seasons too long. Because one of the most exciting things about these stories is that there’s a rich variety to choose from.
With editorial contributions from Liz Shannon Miller, Ben Travers, and Hanh Nguyen.
25. “Jeremiah”
Based on the Belgian comics by Hermann Huppen and created by J. Michael Straczynski, this intriguing post-apocalyptic drama ran for two seasons on Showtime. The excellent...
It’s easy to think of the kind of stories that get told in the comic book world as just one genre or tone, but as seen below, graphic novels, comic strips, and other sequential art have offered up an incredible range of storytelling. And these stories have been inspiring great TV shows for years, even before superhero stories dominated the box office.
There were plenty of options that nearly made the list, like the WB’s “Smallville,” which squandered its early potential after running just a few seasons too long. Because one of the most exciting things about these stories is that there’s a rich variety to choose from.
With editorial contributions from Liz Shannon Miller, Ben Travers, and Hanh Nguyen.
25. “Jeremiah”
Based on the Belgian comics by Hermann Huppen and created by J. Michael Straczynski, this intriguing post-apocalyptic drama ran for two seasons on Showtime. The excellent...
- 4/26/2024
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
We are going to meet Russell Shaw this season, and the casting couldn’t be better. Jensen Ackles has been cast as the estranged brother of Justin Hartley‘s Colter Shaw on Tracker. Hartley shared the news himself with a fun video on Instagram featuring Ackles, and TV Insider has learned he will appear in the May 12 episode. In “Off the Books,” Colter is forced to team up with his estranged brother, Russell, who enlists his help to track down a former army buddy who’s gone missing after several weeks of paranoid behavior. The investigation takes the brothers into the world of Special Forces missions, shady off-the-books programs and conspiracy theories, all while they contend with their family’s past. Check out a photo from the episode above. Hartley starts the video by thanking everyone for watching and the response to the show. “We’ve been talking about Russell...
- 4/25/2024
- TV Insider
Thandiwe Newton is the latest to join the Season 2 cast of Wednesday, sources confirm to Deadline.
Character descriptions and details for Season 2 are being kept under wraps. As it was previously reported, Steve Buscemi also has joined the Season 2 cast.
Netflix declined comment.
The coming-of-age comedy is from Smallville creators Al Gough and Miles Millar and directed/EPed by Tim Burton. Other EPs are Steve Stark (Toluca Pictures), Andrew Mittman (1.21 Entertainment), Kevin Miserocchi (Tee and Charles Addams Foundation), Kayla Alpert, Jonathan Glickman (Glickmania), Gail Berman, Tommy Harper, and Kevin Lafferty.
The Addams Family spinoff is a sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery charting Wednesday Addams’ (Ortega) years as a student at Nevermore Academy. That’s where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the local town, and solve the supernatural mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago — all while navigating her new...
Character descriptions and details for Season 2 are being kept under wraps. As it was previously reported, Steve Buscemi also has joined the Season 2 cast.
Netflix declined comment.
The coming-of-age comedy is from Smallville creators Al Gough and Miles Millar and directed/EPed by Tim Burton. Other EPs are Steve Stark (Toluca Pictures), Andrew Mittman (1.21 Entertainment), Kevin Miserocchi (Tee and Charles Addams Foundation), Kayla Alpert, Jonathan Glickman (Glickmania), Gail Berman, Tommy Harper, and Kevin Lafferty.
The Addams Family spinoff is a sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery charting Wednesday Addams’ (Ortega) years as a student at Nevermore Academy. That’s where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the local town, and solve the supernatural mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago — all while navigating her new...
- 4/23/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Last year, Gunn and Safran introduced new plans for the “Dcu,” a cinematic universe intended to replace and reboot the Dceu. The initial phase, dubbed ‘Gods & Monsters,’ encompasses animated projects and live-action shows set in Themyscira long before Wonder Woman’s era.
Although the animated series ‘Creature Commandos’ debuted first, the true kickoff of the Dcu will be ‘Superman,’ a live-action film centering on a younger Superman, effectively supplanting Cavill’s established Man of Steel. While the movie is still far from release, we’ve gathered available information in this comprehensive guide. Let’s dive in!
The plot of the film remains a mystery, yet its inspiration is clear enough
At the Dcu reveal, Gunn mentioned that the upcoming movie draws inspiration from ‘All-Star Superman,’ despite the costume drawing from Alex Ross’ art and the logo resembling ‘Kingdom Come’ Superman at the table reading. The movie’s brief synopsis...
Although the animated series ‘Creature Commandos’ debuted first, the true kickoff of the Dcu will be ‘Superman,’ a live-action film centering on a younger Superman, effectively supplanting Cavill’s established Man of Steel. While the movie is still far from release, we’ve gathered available information in this comprehensive guide. Let’s dive in!
The plot of the film remains a mystery, yet its inspiration is clear enough
At the Dcu reveal, Gunn mentioned that the upcoming movie draws inspiration from ‘All-Star Superman,’ despite the costume drawing from Alex Ross’ art and the logo resembling ‘Kingdom Come’ Superman at the table reading. The movie’s brief synopsis...
- 4/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Last year, Gunn & Safran presented new plans for “Dcu,” a cinematic universe that was supposed to replace and reboot Dceu. The first phase or chapter as they put it titled ‘Gods & Monsters’ included everything from animated projects to live-action shows taking place in Themyscira, long before Wonder Woman’s times.
Despite the animated show ‘Creature Commandos’ being released first, the true beginning of Dcu will be ‘Superman’ a live-action movie focusing on younger Superman, completely replacing Cavill’s established Man of Steel. The movie is still a long way from being released, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t have any information about it. This is why we decided to put together this comprehensive guide, let’s go!
The plot of the movie remains unknown but the inspiration is clear
When it comes to the story itself, at the Dcu reveal Gunn stated that the inspiration for the...
Despite the animated show ‘Creature Commandos’ being released first, the true beginning of Dcu will be ‘Superman’ a live-action movie focusing on younger Superman, completely replacing Cavill’s established Man of Steel. The movie is still a long way from being released, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t have any information about it. This is why we decided to put together this comprehensive guide, let’s go!
The plot of the movie remains unknown but the inspiration is clear
When it comes to the story itself, at the Dcu reveal Gunn stated that the inspiration for the...
- 4/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Yesterday, The Wrap had the scoop on who would play Jonathan Kent in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman movie, and now they’ve got the inside story on Martha Kent as well. The outlet reports that Neva Howell has been cast as Martha Kent in Superman, joining Pruitt Taylor-Vince as Jonathan Kent. Together, the pair are the human adoptive parents of Clark Kent.
As with Taylor-Vince as Jonathan Kent, Neva Howell will be the latest in a long line of actors who have played Martha Kent in movies and television, including Phyllis Thaxter in the original Superman movie, Annette O’Toole in Smallville, Eva Marie Saint in Superman Returns, and Diane Lane in Man of Steel. Howell’s credits include Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Long Haul, Logan Lucky, October Sky, and more.
Related Superman: Pruitt Taylor-Vince to play Jonathan Kent in James Gunn movie
Superman stars David Corenswet (Pearl...
As with Taylor-Vince as Jonathan Kent, Neva Howell will be the latest in a long line of actors who have played Martha Kent in movies and television, including Phyllis Thaxter in the original Superman movie, Annette O’Toole in Smallville, Eva Marie Saint in Superman Returns, and Diane Lane in Man of Steel. Howell’s credits include Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Long Haul, Logan Lucky, October Sky, and more.
Related Superman: Pruitt Taylor-Vince to play Jonathan Kent in James Gunn movie
Superman stars David Corenswet (Pearl...
- 4/17/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
According to The Wrap, Pruitt Taylor-Vince has been cast as Jonathan Kent in James Gunn’s Superman. I can’t say that’s who I expected to play Clark Kent’s adoptive human father in the movie, but I’ve always been a big fan of the actor, who has appeared in everything from The X-Files to Deadwood to The Walking Dead.
Pruitt Taylor-Vince will join the long line of actors who have brought Jonathan Kent to life in movies and television, including Glenn Ford in the original Superman movie, John Schneider in Smallville, Kevin Costner in Man of Steel, and many more. As I mentioned above, Taylor-Vince might not feel like the obvious choice for the role, but he’s a true talent and I hope fans give him a chance.
I was first introduced to Taylor-Vince in The X-Files, but the actor has appeared in a hell of a lot throughout his career,...
Pruitt Taylor-Vince will join the long line of actors who have brought Jonathan Kent to life in movies and television, including Glenn Ford in the original Superman movie, John Schneider in Smallville, Kevin Costner in Man of Steel, and many more. As I mentioned above, Taylor-Vince might not feel like the obvious choice for the role, but he’s a true talent and I hope fans give him a chance.
I was first introduced to Taylor-Vince in The X-Files, but the actor has appeared in a hell of a lot throughout his career,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
We’ll be seeing a new face in Season 2 of Netflix’s Wednesday. Steve Buscemi has joined the cast of the Jenna Ortega-led series in an undisclosed role, sources confirm to Deadline.
The coming-of-age comedy is from Smallville creators Al Gough and Miles Millar and directed/EPed by Tim Burton. Other EPs are Steve Stark (Toluca Pictures), Andrew Mittman (1.21 Entertainment), Kevin Miserocchi (Tee and Charles Addams Foundation), Kayla Alpert, Jonathan Glickman (Glickmania), Gail Berman, Tommy Harper, and Kevin Lafferty.
The Addams Family spinoff is a sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery charting Wednesday Addams’ (Ortega) years as a student at Nevermore Academy. That’s where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the local town, and solve the supernatural mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago — all while navigating her new and very tangled relationships at Nevermore.
Season 2 details are being kept under wraps.
The coming-of-age comedy is from Smallville creators Al Gough and Miles Millar and directed/EPed by Tim Burton. Other EPs are Steve Stark (Toluca Pictures), Andrew Mittman (1.21 Entertainment), Kevin Miserocchi (Tee and Charles Addams Foundation), Kayla Alpert, Jonathan Glickman (Glickmania), Gail Berman, Tommy Harper, and Kevin Lafferty.
The Addams Family spinoff is a sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery charting Wednesday Addams’ (Ortega) years as a student at Nevermore Academy. That’s where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the local town, and solve the supernatural mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago — all while navigating her new and very tangled relationships at Nevermore.
Season 2 details are being kept under wraps.
- 4/16/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Caity Lotz (Arrow, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow) and Kyle Schmid (Big Sky, Being Human) are quite the deadly pair in an upcoming Lifetime movie about a love triangle gone very wrong, TVLine can exclusively reveal.
The network has greenlit the Ripped from the Headlines film Yoga Teacher Killer: The Kaitlin Armstrong Story — which stars the real-life couple and Larissa Dias (When Calls the Heart) — as part of its summer slate.
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The network has greenlit the Ripped from the Headlines film Yoga Teacher Killer: The Kaitlin Armstrong Story — which stars the real-life couple and Larissa Dias (When Calls the Heart) — as part of its summer slate.
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- 4/15/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Alan Ritchson has seen his stocks soar as fans request Amazon to cast the star as B.J. Blazkowicz in a TV adaptation of Wolfenstein. After the actor’s terrific portrayal of retired Major Jack Reacher in Prime Video’s Reacher, it is no wonder that Ritchson is seeing his fans call for him to take on more iconic roles.
Jack Reacher was first played by Tom Cruise in two separate movies before the TV show Reacher was released. But it is safe to say that the fans of the Jack Reacher book series have enamored themselves with Ritchson’s almost textbook-perfect portrayal of the character.
But fan expectations know no limits. Fans now want Ritchson to portray B.J. Blazkowicz, while some others believe he would be perfect as the Doom Slayer.
Alan Ritchson Seems Perfect for Wolfenstein Fans want Alan Ritchson to play B.J. Blazkowicz.
Alan Ritchson...
Jack Reacher was first played by Tom Cruise in two separate movies before the TV show Reacher was released. But it is safe to say that the fans of the Jack Reacher book series have enamored themselves with Ritchson’s almost textbook-perfect portrayal of the character.
But fan expectations know no limits. Fans now want Ritchson to portray B.J. Blazkowicz, while some others believe he would be perfect as the Doom Slayer.
Alan Ritchson Seems Perfect for Wolfenstein Fans want Alan Ritchson to play B.J. Blazkowicz.
Alan Ritchson...
- 4/15/2024
- by Arkaneel Khan
- FandomWire
Alan Ritchson is the man of the moment. Success and the spotlight have not come to him overnight. Despite his professional and personal struggles, he never gave up on his dream of becoming a star one day. He might be one of the most in-demand action heroes now but his resilience as an actor is truly commendable.
As a young boy, Ritchson used to perform in school musicals and improv around the cafeteria. His inspiration behind this was Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Minds star Jim Carrey. He got the chance to meet his idol once, but things turned out to be a little awry.
Alan Ritchson Was a Huge Fan of Jim Carrey Jim Carrey in a still from Ace Ventura
It is not uncommon for artists to have grown up with another artist as their idol. Considering Jim Carrey has made some of the best movies, it does...
As a young boy, Ritchson used to perform in school musicals and improv around the cafeteria. His inspiration behind this was Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Minds star Jim Carrey. He got the chance to meet his idol once, but things turned out to be a little awry.
Alan Ritchson Was a Huge Fan of Jim Carrey Jim Carrey in a still from Ace Ventura
It is not uncommon for artists to have grown up with another artist as their idol. Considering Jim Carrey has made some of the best movies, it does...
- 4/10/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Despite ‘Creature Commandos’ being released earlier, Gunn & Safrain highlighted that they view the upcoming ‘Superman’ as the true beginning of the Dcu. Directed and written by James Gunn, this film serves as the first entry in the Dcu and a reboot of the ‘Superman’ film series.
David Corenswet takes on the role of Clark Kent/Superman, alongside a cast featuring Rachel Brosnahan, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, Nathan Fillion, Anthony Carrigan, María Gabriela de Faría, Sara Sampaio, Skyler Gisondo, Nicholas Hoult, Terence Rosemore, and Wendell Pierce. The movie delves into Superman’s journey as he grapples with reconciling his alien heritage with his human family.
Regarding the story, during the Dcu reveal, Gunn mentioned that the inspiration for the upcoming movie comes from ‘All-Star Superman.’ However, Superman’s costume draws inspiration from Alex Ross’ art, and the logo at the table reading resembles that of ‘Kingdom Come’ Superman.
At the recent convention,...
David Corenswet takes on the role of Clark Kent/Superman, alongside a cast featuring Rachel Brosnahan, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, Nathan Fillion, Anthony Carrigan, María Gabriela de Faría, Sara Sampaio, Skyler Gisondo, Nicholas Hoult, Terence Rosemore, and Wendell Pierce. The movie delves into Superman’s journey as he grapples with reconciling his alien heritage with his human family.
Regarding the story, during the Dcu reveal, Gunn mentioned that the inspiration for the upcoming movie comes from ‘All-Star Superman.’ However, Superman’s costume draws inspiration from Alex Ross’ art, and the logo at the table reading resembles that of ‘Kingdom Come’ Superman.
At the recent convention,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Despite the ‘Creature Commandos’ being released first, Gunn & Safrain pointed out that they consider the upcoming ‘Superman’ the true start of the Dcu. The upcoming film, directed and written by James Gunn, marks the first film entry in the Dcu and serves as a reboot of the ‘Superman’ film series.
David Corenswet stars as Clark Kent/Superman, with a cast including Rachel Brosnahan, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, Nathan Fillion, Anthony Carrigan, María Gabriela de Faría, Sara Sampaio, Skyler Gisondo, Nicholas Hoult, Terence Rosemore, and Wendell Pierce. The movie explores Superman’s journey as he navigates reconciling his alien heritage with his human family.
When it comes to the story itself, at the Dcu reveal Gunn stated that the inspiration for the upcoming movie lies in ‘All-Star Superman,’ despite Superman’s upcoming costume drawing inspiration from Alex Ross’ art and the logo at the table reading being that of ‘Kingdom Come’ Superman.
David Corenswet stars as Clark Kent/Superman, with a cast including Rachel Brosnahan, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, Nathan Fillion, Anthony Carrigan, María Gabriela de Faría, Sara Sampaio, Skyler Gisondo, Nicholas Hoult, Terence Rosemore, and Wendell Pierce. The movie explores Superman’s journey as he navigates reconciling his alien heritage with his human family.
When it comes to the story itself, at the Dcu reveal Gunn stated that the inspiration for the upcoming movie lies in ‘All-Star Superman,’ despite Superman’s upcoming costume drawing inspiration from Alex Ross’ art and the logo at the table reading being that of ‘Kingdom Come’ Superman.
- 4/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Alan Ritchson is floating all around the internet as a potential choice to play Batman in James Gunn’s new Dcu. The star has been a hot topic of discussion recently as the fans want to see him as the next iteration of the Caped Crusader. Now, a new photo of Ritchson with our former Superman star, Henry Cavill, has convinced the fans more that he is perfect for the role.
Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher
Soon after James Gunn announced that they were working on The Brave and The Bold, the fans started speculating about who would be the best choice. Alan Ritchson turned out to be one of the most popular choices with numerous fans in his support. The fans believe that he has the right build and belongs to the accurate age group needed for Dcu’s Batman.
Can Alan Ritchson be the next Batman?
Alan Ritchson...
Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher
Soon after James Gunn announced that they were working on The Brave and The Bold, the fans started speculating about who would be the best choice. Alan Ritchson turned out to be one of the most popular choices with numerous fans in his support. The fans believe that he has the right build and belongs to the accurate age group needed for Dcu’s Batman.
Can Alan Ritchson be the next Batman?
Alan Ritchson...
- 4/7/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
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