Michael is a powerful actor who can project both the intelligence and the malice of the character, making him perfect for the role.”As General Zod, Shannon will go toe-to-toe with Henry Cavill, who plays the new Clark Kent/Superman in the film. Snyder stated, “Zod is not only one of Superman’s most formidable enemies, but one of the most significant because he has insights into Superman that others don’t. Pictures and Legendary Pictures announced today that Michael Shannon will star in the role of General Zod in director Zack Snyder’s new Superman film, titled “Man of Steel.” PICTURES AND LEGENDARY PICTURESBURBANK, CA, Ap– Warner Bros. MICHAEL SHANNON TO STAR AS GENERAL ZOD IN “MAN OF STEEL” FROM WARNER BROS. Man of Steel is scheduled for release in December 2012. Goyer is writing the screenplay based on a story by Goyer and Nolan. So check back next week for more info? (Same Metropolis time, same Metropolis channel.*)Ĭharles Roven, Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan, and Deborah Snyder, Thomas Tull, and Lloyd Phillips are producing David S. The official casting of Cavill, Adams, Costner, and now Shannon have all been announced on a Sunday afternoon. I have yet to hear any names rumored for Non, the third member of the group. That is Shannon's bread and butter, folks.Īlice Eve, Diane Kruger, and Rosamund Pike are reportedly in contention to play Ursa, Zod's partner-in-crime. In Superman II, the Kryptonian villain comes across as an autistic megalomaniac in his destruction. Shannon excels when there is something fundamentally creepy, even inhuman about his character. Terence Stamp portrayed General Zod to memorable effect in Superman II - Shannon is absolutely a worthy successor. Read the official announcement after the jump. The supporting cast includes Amy Adams as Lois Lane, and Diane Lane and Kevin Costner as Martha and Jonathan Kent. Henry Cavill will star as Clark Kent/Superman. Michael is a powerful actor who can project both the intelligence and the malice of the character, making him perfect for the role.” “Zod is not only one of Superman’s most formidable enemies, but one of the most significant because he has insights into Superman that others don’t. Shannon was rumored for an unspecified villain role last month - the studios have announced today he will play Zod. and Legendary Pictures, however, landed on a fantastic alternative: Michael Shannon.
Viggo Mortensen was never able to find the right hole in his schedule to play General Zod in the upcoming Superman reboot, now officially titled Man of Steel. Amy Adams, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane also star. Henry Cavill will play Clark Kent/Superman.
Michael Shannon is General Zod in SUPERMAN: MAN OF STEEL.
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