Michael Shannon may also be up for Superman
Rumors about the casting of Superman’s villain keeps coming. We’ve heard that Gerard Butler (here) and Edgar Ramirez (here) are possibly up for the role, and Deadline Hollywood is hearing there’s “interest” in casting Michael Shannon (Boardwalk Empire, Take Shelter) in the unknown villain role. The tight security surrounding the film is keeping us from knowing the villain’s identity, but it’s speculated to General Zod. However, Shannon seems like an odd choice for that role, but he could possibly up for the role of Lex Luthor. Fans are hoping Luthor isn’t involved in the film, but it’s hard to imagine a Superman film without Luthor, in my opinion.
Snyder is going after top talent for this film.
Sign him. Whatever the role is, Shannon is a great talent.