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Michael B. Jordan is ready to say goodbye to Eric Killmonger and hello to putting on Clark Kent’s cape!
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Recent reports from Variety has the internet split with news that the Black Panther actor has pitched an idea for a new take on Superman to Warner Brothers.
The studio has apparently been looking to “find a way to make Superman relevant to modern audiences” and has since been polling lots of high-profile talent for a reboot.
According to the report, the idea was pitched earlier this year in a meeting between the actor and the studio.
But if you’re looking forward to seeing Michael on the screen as the Man of Steel, don’t expect to see it anytime soon as Variety notes that the actor “isn’t ready to commit to taking on the project since filming doesn’t seem likely to happen for several years and he has a full dance card of projects.”
Sources do note as well that it’s highly unlikely for a new Superman movie to be released anytime before 2023 given that there is no script or director yet for the reboot - but there are talks of having J.J. Abrams on board for the remake.
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Over on the Twitterverse, fans are split on whether between looking forward to having Michael play Superman and totally opposed to the idea.
Yes please. @michaelb4jordan #Superman #ValZod pic.twitter.com/6oFNy8BIHH
— elliotcomicart (@elliotcomicart) November 27, 2019
Michael B Jordan as Val-Zod? I APPROVE 💯🤤🤤🤤🤤#Superman #WarnerBros pic.twitter.com/6FlI06QVgq
— kueen (@chaoskueen) November 27, 2019
If JJ Abrams will direct the next Superman, I am so gonna watch it. I don't care if Henry Cavill or Michael B. Jordan will be the superman.
— aling maria (@alingmaria6) November 27, 2019
Hold up, Michael B. Jordan will be playing Earth-2 Superman😱😱😱😱? It's really happening😭😭😭🙆🏾😱? https://t.co/lxb3JzoDyJ
— 303 (@threex0xthree) November 27, 2019
There are tons of other roles Michael B Jordan would be good for. Henry Cavill was the best Superman ever casted.
— EricGames (@EricGames117) November 27, 2019
DC needs better scripts and directors who will be able to translate the comics well into a movie.
Trying a new actor every movie doesnt solve anything.
Still hoping this happens... https://t.co/n03qqXO4Qi
— J.D. Gallop (@JDGallop) November 27, 2019
Michael B Jordan??? 😩
— Fred (@tinojan) November 26, 2019
Or they could just keep this guy pic.twitter.com/AglwxbVjQ7
— Tuggs (@thattugglife) November 26, 2019
@michaelb4jordan will be an AMAZING #Superman. Would love this to happen @DCComics @wbpictures pic.twitter.com/0qKGvj0eL2
— JRD™ For the Win (@JRD_FTW99) November 26, 2019
NO, absolutey not.
— SRHPathfinder (@ShanerRH68) November 26, 2019
Just leave it alone, no.
— Rize_oF TV (@Rize_oF88) November 26, 2019
try again
Henry Cavill is a great Superman. No need to replace him.
— Jack the Ripper (@tattoo_jak) November 26, 2019
— Peter Parker (@SpeedyAvenger18) November 26, 2019
We can see Michael in the Man of Steel’s cape but we’re still debating on whether he’ll make a good fit.
What are your thoughts? Do you think Michael should play Superman? Let us know!
Info via Variety
