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Anthony Carrigan Shares His Thoughts on Metamorpho in Superman

The actor playing Metamorpho in the upcoming DC film Superman reflects on the character's personality and what he brings to the table.

Anthony Carrigan, set to portray Metamorpho in the upcoming Superman film, recently opened up about the established DC character, along with one of the reasons he believes he was cast in the first place. Speaking on his involvement in the highly anticipated comic-to-screen event to the DC Studios Showcase: The Official Podcast, Carrigan detailed his deep dive into the comics and emotional connection to the reluctant superhero, offering fans a glimpse into his transformative role in James Gunn's DC Universe reboot, which kicks off its theatrical releases with Superman on July 11, 2025. And fortunately for fans, the actor's enthusiasm and careful approach promise a standout performance in this highly anticipated blockbuster.

Metamorpho Actor Discusses the Character's Emotional Complexity in Superman

In the comics, Rex Mason (aka Metamorpho) was introduced as a character who can morph into any chemical element, but also one who grapples with his abilities. When asked which Metamorpho-focused comics inspired the actor stepping into the Superman role, Carrigan revealed, "Basically, whatever I could get my hands on." The star then emphasized Metamorpho's emotional complexity as a driving force, adding, "It was really important to me — and I think it was also one of the reasons James hired me — is because this character in particular has this real kind of pathos to him. And unlike a lot of superheroes, he's not crazy about the fact that he's a superhero. He feels cursed by what he has. And so I really kind of bring something to that, and it really lit a fire."

Joining David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane (alongside several other comic book characters like Hawkgirl, Green Lantern, and Mister Terrific), Carrigan's Metamorpho adds another intricate element to the star-studded ensemble. Furthermore, as Superman kicks off DC's new cinematic era, Carrigan's heartfelt portrayal of Metamorpho, briefly teased in early promotional materials, positions him as a character to keep an eye on now that we're establishing a larger universe of diversely crafted DC heroes and villains.

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