James Gunn's upcoming reboot of the DC Cinematic Universe introduces a fresh take on Superman, and with it, Nathan Fillion steps into the role of Green Lantern's Guy Gardner. In a recent interview with TV Guide, Fillion shared insights into his unique portrayal of the character, revealing that his version of Gardner will be far from the typical charming hero we're used to seeing on screen.
"He's a jerk!" Fillion exclaimed, emphasizing that being a Green Lantern doesn't require goodness, just fearlessness. "So Guy Gardner is fearless, and he is not very good. He's not nice, which is very freeing as an actor because you just think to yourself, what is the most selfish, self-serving thing I can do in this moment? And that's the answer. That's what you do in that moment."
Fillion further elaborated that Gardner's superhero persona is marked by a significant amount of hubris. "I think if he has a superpower, it might be his overconfidence, in that he thinks he could take on Superman," he said. "He can't!"
This new Superman film marks the first entry in the rebooted DCU, dubbed "Gods and Monsters." Alongside this cinematic venture, HBO is also developing a series called "Lanterns," focusing on other members of the Green Lantern Corps, with Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre portraying Hal Jordan and John Stewart, respectively. The series is slated to premiere in 2026.
The cast of Superman is led by David Corenswet as Clark Kent, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Milly Alcock as Supergirl, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. Written and directed by James Gunn, the film is set to hit theaters on July 11, 2025.
