Marvel and DC Crossover for upcoming DC project, Superman: Legacy going to release on 11 July, 2025

As earlier in the year, James Gunn announced DC Universe Reboot with Peter Safran, it’s first project, Superman: Legacy, is going to be released by the upcoming year: 11 July, 2025. Let me give you a spoiler, that never even imagined in your thoughts, “Superman: Legacy” is going to 7 not one, 7 Marvel characters into this movies.

Yes, your read it right. Two big superheroes multiverse, going to collab with the unexpected marvel characters. To ease your curiosity, name are listed below.

James Gunn’s New Vision for Superman

James Gunn, who was responsible for rescuing the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is already helming Superman: Legacy in which he also is a director. This reboot has promised to do justice to Superman in a different style that will employ crazy humor and deep insight of James Gunn. Casting choices made already reek of the gunn signature one whereby the DCEU and Marvel cast have gummy bears crossover levels.

Marvel Stars Crossing Over

As a result, Gunn introduced Marvel stars into casting for Superman: Legacy which sizzles imaginations of the audience in both the MCU and DC encounter. So, here are the confirmed names of the actors who are going to cross over.

• Mikaela Hoover will portray Cat Grant

Hoover was been a part of all Guardians of Galaxy franchise. Most prominent role she had done is in Guardians of the Galaxy Part 3 as Floor. She did both voice over and motion capture for the capture who herself as Floor because she was on the floor.

• Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern (Guy Gardner)

A very-loved personality, Fillion made his way into Marvel by playing minor roles in Guardians of the Galaxy and will soon take on the role of Green Lantern (Guy Gardner) in the upcoming Superman re-boot. While Fillion has long been rumored to be appearing in a superhero franchise, the current casting will come as a huge relief to fans.

• Isabela Merced:

Merced who recently appeared in Madame Web is making a shift into the DC universe playing the character of Hawkgirl. This is mainly because she is taking on the role of a favorite superhero which is quite a large change in her career.

• Nicholas Hoult – Lex Luthor

Hoult known for his portrayal Hank McCoy in multiple X-Men Series. He got the role of main antagonist of Superman called Lex Luther. Luther is a true example of narssistic personality and hates Superman for his Humanity.

• Sean Gunn as Maxwell Lord

Sean Gunn ( brother of James Gunn ) is mostly seen in James Gunn movies whether it’s from DC Universe or Marvel Multiverse. Here, he is going to play a role of evil business leader who possess the power to read minds of people.

Apart from this movie, he is going to do voiceover for the animated Creature Commandos series. 

•  Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr.

Frank had been a part of MCU as Crossbones in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Captain America: Civil War, and Avengers: Endgame.

Similarly, he is going to play Rick Flag Sr. in movie and in comic father of Rick Flag Sr. from Suicide Squadron. Also, like Sean Gunn, he will also do voiceover for animated Creature Commandos series. 

• Edi Gathegi:

Gathegi known for his character in X-Men: First Class will now be cast as Mister Terrific who is expected to make an intellectual contribution in the Superman reboot and also possesses amazing powers.

These actors are already driving the excitement levels up in the fans of both Marvel and DC. It’s clear that Gunn is bringing his MCU experience to the DC Universe, ensuring that the cast is filled with talented and familiar faces.

What Makes This Crossover So Special?

It is not something ordinary to witness, it’s the Marvel and DC Crossover, merge of two blockbuster superheroes universes. Sounds crazy? Right!! Most of the time, actors remain in either of their significant worlds, which is why the inclusion of actors like Fillion and Bakalova is very exciting for Superman: Legacy.

It also means that, in the current day and age, actors who specialize in comic book hero films are not confined to only one comic book world. As the steering of DC Studios is in the hands of James Gunn, it is possible to predict in future these type of crossover are going to be often, making an enduring integration of DC fans and Marvel fans.

Sean Gunn ✔️, Michael Rooker ✔️… now we just gotta figure out the other 5 😉😆

— Don Jones (@the_donnod) September 30, 2024

What’s Next for DC?

With the recent announcement that Superman: Legacy is a reboot of the DC Universe, it is clear that the risks are very high. James Gunn has demonstrated that he can deliver compelling and touching stories without sacrificing the big action sequences that the audiences adore the most.

The fact that he cast actors from Marvel in key roles, suggests a film that will not only be boldly high on its comic elements but will also subvert expectations.

[ Also Read: James Gunn’s Vision for the Upcoming Superman Film: A Standalone Spectacle ]

In terms of the plot, Superman: Legacy will give the audience another chin up with Clark Kent where all his super powers are taken into consideration without forgetting his core element: Humanity. Yet, there’s alot to discover, the fruits of patience are sweet.

Looking forward to the Superman movie

— Aurora✨ (@Aurora_Myst) September 30, 2024

Really looking forward to seeing what James Gunn plan is

— patrick chirico (@SDagger02) September 30, 2024

Final Thought

With prominent members such as Nathan Fillion and Maria Bakalova included in the cast, we can anticipate a movie that not only honors the history of Superman but also infuses the much-loved character with fresh vibrancy and excitement. No matter whether you belong to the DC Universe or the Marvel Universe, this is indeed something that excites everyone.

What is your thoughts about the inclusion of Marvel actors in Superman: Legacy? Are you looking forward to James Gunn’s plans as well?

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