Smallville’s Michael Rosenbaum Wants to be Man of Steel’s Luthor

Alwaysjammer

Lex Luthor is out there. Although Superman’s key nemesis wasn’t seen in Man of Steel, the LuthorCorp tower appeared in the film, making it clear the brilliant but twisted billionaire exists somewhere in the DC Cinematic Universe.

With that in mind, Smallville actor Michael Rosenbaum wants to make sure he’s on the radar of Warner Bros. and director Zack Snyder when casting gets under way for the fast-tracked Man of Steel sequel. Rosenbaum, who played Luthor for much of Smallville‘s 10-year run, out the following tweet on Wednesday:
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EarthGBilly

I have nothing against the man (loved him as The Flash in the JLU cartoons), but didn't he leave Smallville because he was tired of playing Lex Luthor? Or feared permanent typecasting? Or something?

What's the matter, Mr. Rosenbaum? All that "Sorority Boys" money dry up?

Matt

EarthGBilly said:

I have nothing against the man (loved him as The Flash in the JLU cartoons), but didn't he leave Smallville because he was tired of playing Lex Luthor? Or feared permanent typecasting? Or something?

What's the matter, Mr. Rosenbaum? All that "Sorority Boys" money dry up?

I thought it was money & typecasting. I bet if he could get a fraction of the MOS money, he'd burn off his hair & legally change his name to Alexander Luthor!

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jaydee74

I liked him in the role but I don't know if he has the presence to be Luthor in a big-time movie like Man of Steel sequel.

batlaw

I like him too, but no.

David_D

I give him credit for trying. But I think the best he could hope for would be a cameo.

Matt

Smallville feels so Donner/Reeve superverse. I want no connection between this series & the last.

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John_Steed

Rosenbaum could play Baby Luthor.

Chuck_Melville

I would have no problem with Rosenbaum picking up the role again. Give him the audition.

rebis

John_Steed said:

Rosenbaum could play Baby Luthor.

He is a bit cherubic, isn't he?

Sonofthor

As much as I loved his Luthor I dont think he would have the presence or the gravitas that will be required for the character in this new universe.

CageNarleigh

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFOca70UpSA