Nicholas Hoult is in talks to join 'Superman: Legacy' as villain Lex Luthor. James Gunn is writing and directing 'Superman: Legacy', which marks the first feature from his and Peter Safran's new DC Studios universe. As for Hoult joining the DC Studios universe as classic villain Lex Luthor, he was long in contention for the role. And while no deal is done, talks have been in the works since before the actors strike. Warner Bros. had no comment.
