Superman and Batman to face off in ‘Dawn of Justice’

Director Snyder arrives for the world premiere of the film "Man of Steel" in New York
Director Snyder arrives for the world premiere of the film “Man of Steel” in New York Credit: Reuters/Lucas Jackson

 

(Reuters) – Time Warner Inc’s Warner Bros. studio on Wednesday unveiled the title of director Zack Snyder’s anticipated superhero sequel, “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” in which the two legendary DC Comics heroes will face off.

The film, scheduled for release on May 6, 2016, is the follow-up to last year’s “Man of Steel,” which grossed $668 million in worldwide ticket sales.

“Dawn of Justice” will see Henry Cavill reprise his role as Superman opposite “Argo” actor and director Ben Affleck as Batman, a choice that split many fans of the franchise.

The film will also star Amy Adams as Lois Lane and Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor.

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