Edi Gathegi Joins the Superman Franchise

Kenyan-American actor Edi Gathegi has been cast as Mr. Terrific in the upcoming Superman: Legacy movie. Mr. Terrific is a character who can easily learn and master complex skills and abilities.

Gathegi is best known for his roles in the X-Men: First Class and The Blacklist franchises. He is also the first actor to make the jump from Marvel Studios to DC Comics.

The Superman: Legacy movie will be directed by James Gunn and Peter Safran. It is scheduled to be released on July 11, 2025.

Gathegi is excited to join the Superman franchise and says that he is grateful for the opportunity to work with Gunn and Safran. He is also proud to be one of the first Kenyan-American actors to be cast in a major superhero movie.

Gathegi’s casting is a significant moment for representation in Hollywood. It shows that the industry is starting to value actors from all backgrounds. It is also a testament to Gathegi’s talent and hard work.

Gathegi is a talented actor with a bright future ahead of him. He is sure to bring a lot to the role of Mr. Terrific. I am excited to see him in action in Superman: Legacy.