He’s playing the Man of Steel’s archnemesis Lex Luthor in the new DC blockbuster, and dominating the red carpet thanks to a devious combination of peroxide-blond hair, bared biceps, and polished designer looks.

Speaking to Hoult on the set of Superman last summer, the actor explained how even during the process of going after Batman and Superman, it was Lex Luthor that subtly called to him. “It’s no secret that I read for Matt Reeves’ movie and for this film with James and I feel very fortunate the way things [played] out,

Nicholas Hoult says he felt “warm and safe” in David Corenswet’s arms during Armchair Expert podcast chat. Superman co-star Nicholas Hoult opened up about a deeply personal moment involving his fellow actor David Corenswet during a recent episode of the Armchair Expert podcast.