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Sean Gunn Cast as Maxwell Lord in Superman Reboot

7/10/2025

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Sean Gunn is set to make his mark as Maxwell Lord in his brother James Gunn's highly anticipated Superman reboot, hitting theaters on July 11, 2025. Despite mixed feelings from fans about his casting, James Gunn teased a fresh take on the character with a striking new image. While Lord is known for funding the Justice Gang, his true role in the story remains shrouded in mystery.

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Sean Gunn is set to make his mark as Maxwell Lord in his brother James Gunn's highly anticipated Superman reboot, hitting theaters on July 11, 2025. Despite mixed feelings from fans about his casting, James Gunn teased a fresh take on the character with a striking new image. While Lord is known for funding the Justice Gang, his true role in the story remains shrouded in mystery.