Nicholas Hoult Discovers His Batman Chances are Slim on the Radio
- Nicholas Hoult learned about Robert Pattinson's top choice for Batman while listening to the radio a week before his audition.
- Although disappointing, Hoult will portray Lex Luthor in a Superman film directed by James Gunn.
- He expressed excitement about the role and the opportunity to contribute to the DC universe.
Nicholas Hoult discussed his experience auditioning for the role of Batman, revealing he learned Robert Pattinson was the studio's preferred choice during a drive when the news was being announced on the radio. Although he felt disappointment at not being cast as Batman, Hoult is set to portray Lex Luthor in an upcoming Superman film directed by James Gunn. He expressed enthusiasm for working with Gunn, noting that the studio recognized his prior involvement in the Batman audition process and wanted to take a different approach with him for the Superman universe. Hoult described Lex Luthor's character as someone whose motivation stems from his dissatisfaction with an alien superhero overshadowing his achievements, and he felt this role could present a fresh opportunity. The character of Lex has been a central figure in comic book lore, and Hoult's insights suggest that he is ready to explore the complex dynamics of Luthor's story in the DC universe.