UPDATE: James Gunn addressed the latest Superman: Legacy casting reports on Threads, denying that the two Guardians of the Galaxy actors have joined the movie. Contradicting earlier reports, Gunn stated, “Despite Pom [Klementieff] being one of my favorite actors to work with, this is 100% not true. Not only is Pom not in the movie, but no one has ever even discussed her being in the movie, nor do I have any idea what role she would possibly.”
In addition to addressing the casting rumors about Pom Klementieff, James Gunn also took the opportunity to clarify the situation regarding Miriam Shor. When asked if Shor is playing the head of the CIA in the DCU, Gunn told his Threads followers: “I’d like to find a place for Miriam in the DCU, maybe even in ‘Legacy,’ but she isn’t presently cast in anything.” The original story follows…
Pom Klementieff and Miriam Shor are the latest additions to the cast of James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy, as revealed by The Hollywood Reporter. With the film set to launch the DC Studios slate in July 2025, casting efforts have ramped up significantly following the conclusion of the Hollywood strikes. Specific details regarding the roles of Klementieff and Shor in Superman: Legacy are currently under wraps by DC Studios, but Hollywood insider Daniel Richtman previously reported that Shor is playing the head of the CIA.
Both Pom Klementieff and Miriam Shor have previously collaborated with James Gunn, making their casting in Superman: Legacy a reunion of sorts. Klementieff gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of the alien empath Mantis in Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy series. She also made a cameo appearance in Gunn’s 2021 DC Universe movie The Suicide Squad. On the other hand, Shor was featured in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, playing a character named Recorder Vim.
What to expect from Superman’s DC Universe debut
Set to begin production in March 2024, Superman: Legacy promises a fresh take on the iconic superhero saga, featuring David Corenswet stepping into the role of Superman, previously portrayed by Henry Cavill. Joining Corenswet in this new chapter of the Superman story is Rachel Brosnahan, who will bring to life the character of Lois Lane, the intrepid journalist and Superman’s love interest.
Superman: Legacy is a much-anticipated project, given that Clark Kent has been an integral part of the DC Universe for over 80 years, with various iterations and adaptations across different media. The movie promises to explore the character’s origins and his struggles to balance his dual identities as Clark and Superman while fighting off villains and saving the world. The choice to focus on the early years of his career is a bold move that could potentially breathe new life into the character and appeal to a younger generation of fans.
James Gunn and Peter Safran told journalists that their vision for the DC Universe includes locked scripts, wiggle room, and a unified storyline across film, television, animation, and video game projects. The two explained that the DC Universe could bring back elements from previous DC regimes, meaning that their eight-to-year plan is not a full reboot.
Superman: Legacy is currently scheduled to hit theaters on July 11, 2025. Stay tuned for the latest news regarding the future of the DC Universe and make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!