‘Superman: Legacy’ Director James Gunn Shoots Down Michael Rooker Casting Rumor

One of the most recent rumors surrounding Superman: Legacy is that Michael Rooker would be playing General Sam Lane, the father of Lois Lane, in the DC Universe. According to director James Gunn, these rumors are less than accurate. This rumor once more stems from insider Jeff Sneider, who also recently confirmed that Bradley Cooper was in the running to play Lex Luthor in Superman: Legacy.

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