Man of Tomorrow Set Image Reveals First Look at Lex Luthor in Full Body Armor for Superman Sequel
James Gunn, DC Studios co-CEO, shared the first official look at Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor in full body armor from the set of Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow. The behind-the-scenes image, posted on social media with the caption “fit check,” reveals Hoult sporting a comics-accurate Warsuit featuring the character’s signature bright green and purple color scheme.
The armor represents a near-perfect adaptation of Lex Luthor’s iconic suit from DC Comics, maintaining the massive, imposing silhouette that positions the tech genius as a formidable physical match for Superman. The Warsuit provides enhanced strength and durability comparable to the Man of Steel’s own abilities, suggesting that Man of Tomorrow will feature Lex as both an intellectual and physical threat.
The reveal comes as production continues on the 2027 sequel to 2025’s Superman, which starred David Corenswet. The film appears to be a major priority for DC Studios, with Gunn actively sharing behind-the-scenes content to build anticipation. The post hints that Brainiac may also feature in the film, indicating multiple formidable adversaries for Superman. The comics-accurate design of the Warsuit reflects DC Studios’ commitment to faithfully adapting classic DC Comics aesthetics for film while maintaining contemporary filmmaking standards.