“Superman: Legacy” – Unmasking the Trivia Behind the Capes and the Casting

In a world where superheroes are as common as coffee shops, DC Studios is brewing a fresh pot with “Superman: Legacy.” And who better to stir things up than James Gunn, the man who can make even a raccoon look cool (we’re looking at you, Rocket.)

1. The Tweet Heard Around the World

In a move that sent Twitter into a frenzy, Gunn confirmed the casting of David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan as the upcoming Clark Kent/Superman and Lois Lane. This tweet was more explosive than Krypton itself! And let’s not forget, this is Corenswet’s first major leading role in a studio film. Talk about a super leap!

2. The Casting Saga

The casting process was as intense as a Superman vs. Lex Luthor face-off. It involved multiple rounds of audition tapes, culminating in an in-person screen test for Gunn and co-CEO of DC Studios, Peter Safran. The result? A casting choice hotter than Superman’s heat vision!

3. From Comedy Queen to Daily Planet’s Finest

Rachel Brosnahan, best known for her Emmy-winning role in Amazon Prime’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” is set to trade her stand-up mic for a reporter’s notepad. We can’t wait to see her deliver Lois Lane’s sass with the same gusto she brought to Midge Maisel! Fun Fact: Brosnahan and Corenswet’s past credits include Netflix’s “House of Cards.”

4. One Superman, Five Superheroes

As first reported in Vanity Fair on July 11, 2023, Superman Legacy will feature three other superheroes with a long DC history. In addition to Isabela Merced (Dora and the Lost City of Gold, Madame Web) playing Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi (X-Men: First Class, The Harder They Fall) will play Mister Terrific, and Nathan Fillion (Firefly, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3) will portray a Green Lantern – although not necessarily the Green Lantern Ryan Reynolds portrayed in 2011. Fillion voiced the green-suited superhero in at least ten animated titles between 2011 and 2020. Anthony Carrigan, who was just nominated for an Emmy for HBO’s Barry, has been cast as the classic DC character Metamorpho, aka archeologist-turned-hero Rex Mason.

5. A New Take on an Old Tale

The film will focus on Superman’s quest to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. It’s like a cosmic episode of “Who Do You Think You Are?” but with more spandex.

6. The Superman Hall of Fame

Before Corenswet, only three actors had the honor of donning the red cape on the big screen: Christopher Reeve, Brandon Routh, and Henry Cavill. Cavill recently hung up his cape, making way for the next era of Superman. Here’s hoping Corenswet’s Superman doesn’t have a CGI-removed mustache!

Superman: Legacy Trivia Quiz

Now that you know all the new facts about Superman: Legacy, how about a quiz?

Superman: Legacy Mini Quiz

6 Quick Multiple-choice general knowledge questions about Superman: legacy and Superman’s legacy in general. No time-limit. How smart are you today?

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1. Which of these shows did DC’s new Lois Lane star in before becoming Superman’s love interest?

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The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.

The Crown.

The Handmaid’s Tale.

The Mandalorian.

Rachel Brosnahan, who was recently cast as Lois Lane in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman: Legacy movie, played the lead role of Miriam ‘Midge’ Maisel in the Prime Video comedy series for five seasons. She won several awards for her performance, including two Golden Globes and an Emmy, and was nominated for a second Emmy in 2023. Brosnahan will star opposite David Corenswet, who will play Clark Kent/Superman in the reboot set to premiere in theaters on July 11, 2025. The casting news was announced on June 27, 2023, and confirmed by Gunn on Twitter.

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2. How many Supermen show their handsome face in the 2023 movie “The Flash”?

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One.

Two.

Three.

None.

The 2023 movie “The Flash” features three cameos from different Superman versions (and many other superheroes) across the DC multiverse. Nicolas Cage portrays the most surprising Superman. He finally got to wear the cape and tights after being cast in Tim Burton’s scrapped “Superman Lives” project 25 years ago. The second Superman is played by George Reeves, who starred in the 1950s TV show “Adventures of Superman.” His black-and-white footage was digitally inserted into the movie as an homage to the classic hero. Christopher Reeve’s Superman is also featured in The Flash, but very briefly. Henry Cavill’s Superman was famously cut from the film, and his face is not seen in the movie. All in all, the movie features three Supermen and four Batmen.

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3. Who is Kara Zor-El?

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A character from "dune."

An Olympic gold medalist.

Supergirl.

A mythical creature from Greek folklore.

In “The Flash,” released in June 2023, Sasha Calle plays Supergirl (“My name is Kara”). It’s the first official look at Calle’s Supergirl/Kara Zor-El, marking her debut in DC superhero films. The film stars Ezra Miller as Barry Allen/The Flash alongside Michael Keaton and Ben Affleck as Batman. The film is part of DC’s foray into the idea of a multiverse, a plot device that its rival Marvel has used in several of its latest movies.

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4. What is the relationship between Superman and Supergirl?

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No relation.

Cousins.

Siblings.

Father and daughter.

Kara Danvers is Superman’s biological cousin. Melissa Benoist starred as Supergirl for 6 years before the CW announced in 2021 that Supergirl’s 6th season would be the show’s final season.

That’s right! Kara Danvers is Superman’s biological cousin. Melissa Benoist starred as Supergirl for 6 years before the CW announced in 2021 that Supergirl’s 6th season would be the show’s final season.

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5. What has Superman been fighting for all these years?

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To protect a world that hates and fears him.

Truth, Justice and the American Way.

Peace, Love and a Social Justice.

To save the day!

For 80 years, Superman has been fighting for ‘truth, justice, and the American way.’ In 2021 DC Comics decided to give the old motto a new ending.

What’s Superman’s new motto?

On Oct. 16, 2021, DC Comics announced Superman’s new motto, “Truth, Justice and a Better Tomorrow,” removing the “American way” part from the Man of Steel’s mantra. The changes aim to offer a broader, more global vision for the world of the famed superhero.

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6. Who is Jon Kent?

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The son of original Superman.

The original Superman.

A satirical character.

Chinese Superman.

Jon Kent is the new Superman, the son of Clark Kent and Lois Lane. The character was introduced in 2015 as Superboy before being encouraged by his father to become the new Superman.

Is Superman coming out?

DC Comics announced Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, that Jon Kent and his friend Jay would share a kiss in a story published next month. That same-sex relationship continues several behaviors that make Jon Kent a different Superman. Since the new series, Superman: Son of Kal-El, began in July 2021, Jon has combated wildfires caused by climate change and protested the deportation of refugees.

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We cross-checked our Superman: Legacy facts with the world’s leading entertainment news outlets.

• AP News: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan cast as Superman and Lois Lane in James Gunn movie
• Deadline: David Corenswet To Play Superman In ‘Superman: Legacy’; Rachel Brosnahan Is Lois Lane
• GQ: James Gunn Casts David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane
• The Hollywood Reporter: Superman: Legacy to Star David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan
• The Guardian: Superman: Legacy: David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan to play leads
• Vanity Fair: Superman: Legacy: David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan Are Your Next Clark Kent and Lois Lane
• Vanity Fair: ‘Superman Legacy’ Cast Adds Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, and Nathan Fillion
• The Hollywood Reporter: Superman: Legacy Casts Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho