Search references for LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER. Phrases containing LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
See searches and references containing LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER!LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
Villain in the film ''Superman'' (1978)
is an adaption of the original DC Comics character, Lex Luthor. Luthor's girlfriend, film-original character Eve Teschmacher, was later adapted to comic
Lex Luthor (1978 film series character)
Lex_Luthor_(1978_film_series_character)
DC Extended Universe character
do-gooder Lex aspires to be who does bad stuff in the name of justice." Lex Luthor in other media Lex Luthor (1978 film series character) Lex Luthor (Smallville)
Lex Luthor (DC Extended Universe)
Lex_Luthor_(DC_Extended_Universe)
Antagonist of the film ''Superman II''
notably the only other villain to appear in the film series originating from the comics besides Lex Luthor. Stamp portrayed the Kryptonian supervillain General
General Zod (1978 film series character)
General_Zod_(1978_film_series_character)
adaptation. Lex Luthor is a major character within the Superman mythos and has appeared in many of Superman's adaptations into other media. The character is originally
Lex_Luthor_in_other_media
Fictional character in the Warner Bros film series
fictional character portrayed by Christopher Reeve in the Warner Bros. Superman film series produced by Ilya and Alexander Salkind and Cannon Films, and is
Superman (1978 film series character)
Superman_(1978_film_series_character)
Fictional character from Smallville
of the character. In Smallville, Lionel Luthor is the father of Lex Luthor (Michael Rosenbaum), and founder and CEO of LuthorCorp. Lex Luthor's father
Lionel_Luthor
2006 superhero film by Bryan Singer
and Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor, with James Marsden, Frank Langella, Eva Marie Saint and Parker Posey in supporting roles. In the film, Superman returns
Superman_Returns
Fictional character in the Arrowverse
of Luthors fails in its mission. Lex Luthor in other media Lex Luthor (Smallville) Lex Luthor (DC Extended Universe) Lex Luthor (1978 film series character)
Lex_Luthor_(Arrowverse)
DC Comics supervillain
Time. The character has been adapted into various other forms of media, including television, film, animation, and video games. In film, Luthor has been
Lex_Luthor
of Lex Luthor is noticeably different than in the comics, as well as Gene Hackman's portrayal of the character in the 1978–87 Superman film series. He
Characters of the DC Extended Universe
Characters_of_the_DC_Extended_Universe
Fictional character in Superman films
During the production of Superman Returns, Kevin Spacey, who played Lex Luthor in that film, recommended director Bryan Singer to cast Kate Bosworth in the
Lois Lane (1978 film series character)
Lois_Lane_(1978_film_series_character)
DC Studios film by James Gunn
In the film, Superman faces unintended consequences after he intervenes in an international conflict orchestrated by billionaire Lex Luthor (Hoult).
Superman_(2025_film)
1978 superhero film by Richard Donner
Lane (Kidder) while battling the villainous Lex Luthor (Hackman). Ilya Salkind had the idea of a Superman film in 1973 and, after a difficult process with
Superman_(1978_film)
DC Comics character
assistant and love interest of Superman's archenemy, Lex Luthor. In the 1978 film and Superman II, the character was portrayed by Valerie Perrine. Teschmacher
Eve_Teschmacher
DC Comics superhero adaptations
Depp for Lex Luthor. Robert Downey Jr. was soon afterward cast as Lex Luthor. Neal H. Moritz and Gilbert Adler were set to produce the film. McG also
Superman_in_film
employ of Lex Luthor. Otis Graves (portrayed by Robert Baker) is the brother of Mercy Graves who is loosely based on Otis from the 1978 film. Unlike his
List_of_Supergirl_characters
Comic book series
alternate Lex Luthor. Having been brought to the mainstream DC Universe by Superman, she became romantically involved with the mainstream Luthor, who was
Supergirl_(comic_book)
1988 American animated television series
scientist") the series was notable for introducing Marv Wolfman's conception of Lex Luthor into animation. In the first episode, Luthor was portrayed as
Superman_(TV_series)
2022–23 season of American TV series
as Lex Luthor". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved October 9, 2022. Mer Eclarinal, Aeron (October 19, 2022). "Titans Season 4 Reveals New Lex Luthor, Deathstroke
Titans_season_4
Comic book supervillain
explosion restoring Melissa's eyesight. Years afterward, Superman's arch-foe Lex Luthor recreates the "duplicating ray" and uses it on the hero, hoping to control
Bizarro
1987 film
Meanwhile, Lenny Luthor orchestrates a jailbreak to free his uncle, Lex Luthor, from prison. The pair travels to Metropolis, where Lex steals a strand
Superman IV: The Quest for Peace
Superman_IV:_The_Quest_for_Peace
DC Comics character
Superman and is consequently viewed as one of his greatest enemies alongside Lex Luthor, Darkseid, and Brainiac. He is also well known for his catchphrase "Kneel
General_Zod
Comics character
includes Captain Marvel as a guest character, features a Superman/Captain Marvel fight as its centerpiece, Lex Luthor manipulating events so that Captain
Shazam_(DC_Comics)
American animated superhero television series
as Lex Luthor, Superman's nemesis. He initially appears as Anthony Ivo's personal assistant before siding with Task Force X and establishing LexCorp
My_Adventures_with_Superman
2020 animated superhero film
rocket telescope made by LexCorp in hopes to seek other life in the universe, but reporter Lois Lane exposes LexCorp CEO Lex Luthor of gross negligence that
Superman:_Man_of_Tomorrow
Fictional character in the DC Universe
the Geniac that predated the creation of the comic book character. In this same story, Lex Luthor discovers the Computer Tyrants could have given their
Brainiac
American television series
completely changed his character. This episode adapted Lex Luthor's silver age comic book origin, in which Superboy rescues Lex from a lab accident that
Superboy_(TV_series)
Comics character
force the President to submit to them. In the process, they encounter Lex Luthor, who forms an alliance with the trio to help them find Superman in exchange
Non_(character)
DC Comics supervillain
including television series and films. Mark Hamill and Fred Tatasciore, among others, have voiced the character in animation. The character appeared as Butch
Solomon_Grundy_(character)
Fictional DC Comics character
version is a fashion designer who briefly dated Lex Luthor. First appearing in Superman: The Animated Series, she later makes a non-speaking cameo appearance
Lana_Lang
2003 DC Comics limited series
metahumans. CIA agent James Olsen recruits Lex Luthor, a scientist employed by S.T.A.R. Labs, to destroy Superman. Luthor's first act is to cause Sputnik 2 to
Superman:_Red_Son
1980 superhero film by Richard Lester
now face threats from his long-dead home planet. Zod also allies with Lex Luthor, who still aspires to world domination. The hero also faces an internal
Superman_II
DC Comics superhero
Throughout the depictions of Superman's archenemy Lex Luthor in comics, film, and television, Luthor has frequently expressed and exploited xenophobia
Superman
Bottle". Sydney Happersen is a scientist working for LexCorp, deeply loyal to Lex Luthor. Luthor threatens to launch a barrage of missiles at Metropolis
List of DC Comics characters: H
List_of_DC_Comics_characters:_H
Fictional couple in DC Comics
later dies in an earthquake caused by Lex Luthor sending a missile to California in the climax of the first film. Superman, distraught by her death, flies
Superman_and_Lois_Lane
2026). "'Superman' Sequel 'Man of Tomorrow' Starts Filming as James Gunn Teases Brainiac, Lex Luthor in Jail". Variety. Archived from the original on April
List of films based on DC Comics publications
List_of_films_based_on_DC_Comics_publications
after she loses control of her powers. Otis is Lex Luthor's bumbling henchman from the films Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980), portrayed by Ned Beatty
List of DC Comics characters: O
List_of_DC_Comics_characters:_O
Fictional character in DC Comics
leaves him to run LexCorp as its new CEO when Lex Luthor becomes President of the United States. Although she seemingly supports Luthor, she secretly works
Talia_al_Ghul
Fictional character in DC comics
to make him act as a puppeteer manoeuvring powerful characters such as Bizarro, Brainiac, Lex Luthor and the Legion of Super-Villains. An alternate universe
Mister_Mxyzptlk
Fictional character of the DC Universe
Comics. She first appeared in the 1978 film Superman: The Movie portrayed by actress Sarah Douglas. The character made her comic book debut in Action
Ursa_(DC_Comics)
American sitcom developed by Ben Queen
in the 11th episode, "Win, Luthor, Draw". Marc McClure, who portrayed Jimmy Olsen in the 1978–87 initial Superman film series, portrayed Emily Locke's father
Powerless_(TV_series)
American professional wrestler and football player (born 1958)
Paul Orndorff. Luger adopted the ring name "Lex Luger", being a fan of the comic book villain Lex Luthor, which helped cast him as a typical wrestling
Lex_Luger
Arrowverse crossover event
television series, was cast in an undisclosed role; Amell would portray several versions of Oliver Queen; Jon Cryer would reprise his role as Lex Luthor; and
Crisis on Infinite Earths (Arrowverse)
Crisis_on_Infinite_Earths_(Arrowverse)
DC Comics supervillain
of America Wedding Special, forming a new Injustice League alongside Lex Luthor and the Joker. She also appears in Salvation Run. In Final Crisis, she
Cheetah_(character)
DC Extended Universe character
is a prototype made by LexCorp. She brings this to White, but he dissuades her from publishing the article to prevent Lex Luthor from "suing the Daily
Lois Lane (DC Extended Universe)
Lois_Lane_(DC_Extended_Universe)
American animated television series about a team of superheroes (1973–1985)
the comic books (such as Lex Luthor and the Riddler) began to feature prominently in comic-style stories. Throughout the series, plots often wrapped themselves
Super_Friends
American actor (1939–2019)
Donner's Superman (1978) as Armus, a detective tracking Lex Luthor's activity. The character was named after Burton Armus, a technical advisor who worked
Steve_Kahan
21st and 22nd episodes of the 10th season of Smallville
of Darkseid. Meanwhile, Lionel Luthor from Earth-2 (John Glover) attempts to bring his deceased doppelgänger's son Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) back to life
Finale_(Smallville)
Fictional planet, native world of Superman
and destroys his xenoforming machines. In the 2016 film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Lex Luthor Jr. who in a deal with a Senator gained access to
Krypton_(comics)
American actor and former professional boxer (b. 1943)
that was shared by Gene Hackman, who refused to reprise his Lex Luthor role in the third film, and by Margot Kidder who played Lois Lane. In an interview
Jack_O'Halloran
2013 film by Zack Snyder
trilogy film would have been to a similar tone to Richard Donner's 1978 film, and would have included villains such as Zod, Brainiac, and Lex Luthor. In August
Man_of_Steel_(film)
Supervillain appearing in DC Comics
the 2007 limited series Salvation Run sees hundreds of villains fall under his spell because they are more afraid of him than Lex Luthor. Batman #186 (1966)
Joker_(character)
Fictional comic book creation in other media
animated series, voiced by Shannon Farnon. In the episode "Super Friends, Rest in Peace" from the Challenge of the Superfriends season, Lex Luthor and Solomon
Lois_Lane_in_other_media
Fictional character from DC Comics
while eavesdropping on the assassin's conversation with Lex Luthor (who was really Alexander Luthor Jr. in disguise) and contacted Nightwing with this information
Black_Lightning
American actor and activist (1952–2004)
career, including playing the title character in the Superman film series (1978–1987). He won a British Academy Film Award, an Emmy Award, a Grammy Award
Christopher_Reeve
Fictional element from Superman stories
Adversaries of Superman and other characters are frequently depicted using kryptonite against Superman, with Lex Luthor incorporating it into weapons, Metallo
Kryptonite
American crime drama television series (1973–1978)
with Superman mistaking him for Lex Luthor and accidentally capturing him. This scene was written out of the film after Richard Donner and Tom Mankiewicz
Kojak
American actor (1930–2025)
Burning. Hackman gained further fame for his portrayal of Lex Luthor in three of the Superman films. His other notable roles include The Conversation, Night
Gene_Hackman
1983 film by Richard Lester
replacement for Lex Luthor. Christopher John reviewed Superman III in Ares magazine #16 and commented that "compared to the first film in this series, everything
Superman_III
2006 superhero film
interweaves footage filmed years apart. Much of this interweaving was necessitated by Lex Luthor actor Gene Hackman's refusal to return to film any further scenes
Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut
Superman_II:_The_Richard_Donner_Cut
American actor (1937–2021)
Donner to portray Lex Luthor's inept henchman Otis in Superman: The Movie (1978), as he would in the 1980 sequel, where his character is seen being left
Ned_Beatty
Music in works featuring the character Superman
associated with the villain Lex Luthor and his henchman Otis. A selection of existing songs were featured in the 1978 film Superman, not included on any
Music_of_Superman
Comic book artist (1914–1992)
Canadian-American comic book artist best known for co-creating the DC Comics character Superman, with Jerry Siegel, in Action Comics #1 (cover-dated June 1938)
Joe_Shuster
Character in Superman & Lois
A version of the character, residing on Earth-75, is seen when Clark and Lois Lane visit it. This version is killed by Lex Luthor of their world and
Clark_Kent_(Superman_&_Lois)
Fictional broadsheet newspaper
years before Clark or Lois began working for the paper, Lex Luthor owned the Daily Planet. When Luthor, deciding to sell the paper, began taking bids for the
Daily_Planet
DC Extended Universe character
In the skit, Kimmel's character successfully deduces the superhero identities of both Clark Kent and Bruce Wayne at Lex Luthor's gala, resulting in Clark
Superman (DC Extended Universe)
Superman_(DC_Extended_Universe)
1979 American TV series or program
appear in cameos. Superman – the Supermobile appeared in the episode "Lex Luthor Strikes Back". In the episode "Terror at 20,000 Fathoms", Superman gives
The World's Greatest SuperFriends
The_World's_Greatest_SuperFriends
Emblem of comic book superhero
Superman's suit, along with being blue and silver, was also courtesy of Lex Luthor. Not only did the colors and powers change, the logo also evolved into
Superman_logo
Group of super villains in the DC universe
contrived by Luthor. Other times, the Legion of Doom (or portions of it) would end up apprehended. The episode "History of Doom" showed that Lex Luthor assembled
Legion_of_Doom
DC Comics supervillain group
Villains United as background characters and foils for the new Secret Six (consisting of six villains recruited by the real Lex Luthor, who refused to join the
Secret Society of Super Villains
Secret_Society_of_Super_Villains
American actor and film producer (born 1948)
(2010), and the Finnish film The Italian Key (2011). His breakthrough came when he was cast as Lex Luthor in the 1990s TV series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures
John_Shea
American actor (born 1938)
voice of Lex Luthor as a young man, in the episode "History of Doom". However, Stan Jones was the voice of the adult Luthor throughout the series. Bell later
Michael_Bell_(actor)
American actor (1948–2017)
May 14, 2017) was an American actor known for his commanding character actor roles on film and television. He received a Primetime Emmy Award and nominations
Powers_Boothe
2018 film directed by Sam Liu
origin, leading Superman to suspect that his archenemy Lex Luthor might be to blame, though Luthor denies his involvement. Meanwhile, in space, astronauts
The_Death_of_Superman_(film)
DC Comics superdog
animated film DC League of Super-Pets (2022) voiced by Dwayne Johnson, and the fourth season and series finale of Superman & Lois. The character made his
Krypto
Various incarnations of comic book superhero
take down Doomsday (created by Lex Luthor), in which he apparently sacrifices his life in the process. In the 2017 film Justice League and its 2021 director's
Alternative versions of Superman
Alternative_versions_of_Superman
DC Comics character
and "Destroyer", Lex Luthor takes control of the Society, but Grodd mounts a mutiny. In the ensuing conflict, Giganta sides with Luthor until Darkseid attacks
Giganta
Fictional character
He triggers an explosion at the Daily Planet under Libra's orders when Lex Luthor orders Libra to do something that will draw Superman to them. Black Mask
Clayface
Fictional character in the Superman series
Bizarro clone of Lex Luthor. Lois regained her powers and became Superwoman during DC K.O. in 2025. Following the DC relaunch, the series Earth 2 debuted
Lois_Lane
English actor, comedian, and musician (born 1959)
Television Academy. Retrieved 27 October 2025. "Superman Returns: The New Lex Luthor – Movies Feature at IGN". movies.ign.com. 1 May 2012. Archived from the
Hugh_Laurie
Comic book limited series featuring Superman
powers, make changes in Lex Luthor's character, and make Superman the only survivor of Krypton, avoiding the other Kryptonian characters if necessary. Regardless
The_Man_of_Steel_(comics)
Film genre revolving around superheroes
Superman, Lois Lane and Lex Luthor respectively. Since the 2010s, superhero films have played a significant role in the film industry. According to The
Superhero_film
DC Comics supervillain
Metal Men. During the Crisis on Infinite Earths, villains Brainiac and Lex Luthor use Chemo as a living weapon on Earth-4. Chemo destroys the alternate
Chemo_(character)
List of alternate universes set in the DC Comics media
Still Exist, 'Crisis' EP Makes Clear — Plus, What Was the Plan for Their Lex Luthor?". TVLine. Archived from the original on January 16, 2020. Retrieved January
List_of_DC_Multiverse_worlds
the Superman: The Animated Series episode "A Little Piece of Home", which first aired on September 14, 1996. The character's first comic book appearance
List_of_Superman_enemies
American actress (1943–2026)
biographical film W. C. Fields and Me (1976). Perrine then played Miss Eve Teschmacher, the accomplice of criminal mastermind Lex Luthor, in Superman (1978), earning
Valerie_Perrine
Fictional adoptive parents of Superman
are in their early 40s at the start of the series. Jonathan runs for and wins as Senator against Lex Luthor. At the night of the election, he dies of a
Jonathan_and_Martha_Kent
Fictional character in The CW television series
abilities to mimic other voices, Lois realizes her story that implicated Lex Luthor in Boss Moxie's death and sent him to prison may have been wrong. During
Lois_Lane_(Superman_&_Lois)
Fictional character in DC Comics
Lex Luthor and begins his career as a copy boy at the Daily Planet. After Luthor becomes a successful businessman, he diversifies his holdings in LexCorp
Perry_White
City in the DC Universe
public meeting with Lex Luthor as depicted in the Man of Steel #4 mini-series by John Byrne. Superman was given a choice: join Luthor and receive a generous
Metropolis_(comics)
American animated television series
Black Manta), and this series had 13 of them together as a group called the Legion of Doom. It included Superman foes like Lex Luthor, Brainiac, the Toyman
Challenge_of_the_Superfriends
Fiction depicting the early life of Superman
Otherwise, the film portrays only a few scenes related to Superman's origin. The destruction of Krypton is seen before the opening credits, Lex Luthor invades
Origin_of_Superman
features portrayals of Clark Kent, but also includes performances of other characters who have assumed the Superman mantle. Superman (franchise) List of actors
List of actors who have played Superman
List_of_actors_who_have_played_Superman
Three-flavor ice cream of red, yellow, and blue
became associated with him due to his matching costume colors. As the character's name was never officially licensed, most producers sell the flavor under
Superman_(ice_cream_flavor)
2011 fan film
fan film by Chronicle writer Max Landis that was first shown in Los Angeles on November 27, 2011. It was later uploaded to YouTube in 2012. The film, as
The Death and Return of Superman (film)
The_Death_and_Return_of_Superman_(film)
Lex Luthor, who is consumed by the "combat rage" and asserts that he deserves to have Hal's power ring. Guy Gardner appears as a playable character in
Green_Lantern_in_other_media
2012 video game
in the Lego Batman series. The main storyline follows Batman, Robin, and Superman as they attempt to foil the Joker and Lex Luthor's plans to have the
Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
Lego_Batman_2:_DC_Super_Heroes
American actress (born 1964)
on the television series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993–1997). She also played Paris Carver in the James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies
Teri_Hatcher
Fictional US hometown of Superman
(Lana's uncle), archaeologist Lewis Lang (Lana's father), and the young Lex Luthor. In post-Crisis continuity, Superman's clone Conner Kent lives in Smallville
Smallville_(comics)
American animated television series
Superman Bob Hastings as Superboy / Young Clark Kent Jackson Beck as Lex Luthor, Narrator (Superman segments) Jack Grimes as Jimmy Olsen Joan Alexander
The_Batman/Superman_Hour
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
LEX LUTHOR-1978-FILM-SERIES-CHARACTER
travel, tourism, insurance, shopping
Home and auto insurance
Lawyers, legal services
Online shopping