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Lex Luthor's Ultraman: Clone Controversy Sparks Fan Excitement

11/27/2025

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In the upcoming film Superman, Lex Luthor, played by Nicholas Hoult, creates a clone named Ultraman.
Luthor's control over Ultraman via verbal commands raises questions about the practicality of this device.
Critics argue that the command complexity makes it implausible for Luthor to match Superman's speed.
Hoult's appearance at Perú Comic Con engaged fans.
Fans anticipate the continuation in Man of Tomorrow, set for July 9, 2027.

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Story summary

In the upcoming film Superman, Lex Luthor, played by Nicholas Hoult, creates a clone named Ultraman.
Luthor's control over Ultraman via verbal commands raises questions about the practicality of this device.
Critics argue that the command complexity makes it implausible for Luthor to match Superman's speed.
Hoult's appearance at Perú Comic Con engaged fans.
Fans anticipate the continuation in Man of Tomorrow, set for July 9, 2027.