Sun Jan 05 04:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Sean Gunn’s Maxwell Lord Will Be Unlike Pedro Pascal’s in New DCU Superman Film

**Los Angeles, CA** – The upcoming DC Universe reboot is shaping up to be a significant departure from its predecessor. With the end of the DCEU and James Gunn at the helm, fans are eager to see how the new direction will impact beloved characters. One such character is Maxwell Lord, who will be portrayed by Sean Gunn in the new Superman film, a role previously played by Pedro Pascal in *Wonder Woman 1984*.

Gunn, in a recent interview on *The Kristian Harloff Show*, assured fans that his portrayal will be vastly different from Pascal’s. He emphasized that the physicality and interpretation of the role will naturally differ, stating, “No one is gonna confuse me and Pedro Pascal’s performance.” He also indicated that director James Gunn’s guidance and focus on source material will further distinguish his Maxwell Lord.

Gunn’s involvement in the DCU extends beyond Superman. He’s already voicing two characters in the upcoming animated series *Creature Commandos*. This multi-faceted role has drawn some criticism, with some questioning the potential for nepotism given his brother’s position as head of DC Studios. However, Gunn’s extensive experience in the superhero genre, including his work in the *Guardians of the Galaxy* franchise, speaks to his credentials.

While the recently released Superman trailer offered only brief glimpses of supporting characters, fans will have to wait until July 11th to see how Gunn’s Maxwell Lord fits into the overall narrative of David Corenswet’s debut as Superman. The film marks the first chapter of the new DCU’s “Gods and Monsters” saga.

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