Henry Cavill bid farewell to the DCU with a heavy heart, but fans' grief was all-consuming. While his cameo as Cavillrine in Deadpool & Wolverine became a standout swipe against the DCU, fans are back to directing their frustrations at the studio, accusing it of hypocrisy. Recent reports indicate the role of Hal Jordan has been tapped by a new nominee, sparking fresh frustration among fans. Their discontent has erupted into an online uproar as they vent their anger over the latest developments.

Henry Cavill’s departure from the DCU marked a significant shift, especially with James Gunn coming to write a new Superman film without the iconic Man of Steel. The Hollywood Reporter revealed in 2022 that the film would explore Superman's younger years, explaining the transition from veteran Cavill to David Corenswet. However, Nexus Point News recently reported that DC Studios has reached out to 56-year-old Marvel star Josh Brolin for Hal Jordan’s role in Lanterns, prompting fans to question how old is too old.

While Josh Brolin has not yet confirmed his acceptance of the role, his extensive experience in the Marvel Cinematic Universe makes him a fitting choice for the veteran member of the Lantern Corps. Despite some fans coming to terms with David Corenswet as the new Superman, the decision to cast the 56-year-old Brolin has sparked inevitable backlash on social media, particularly because it contrasts sharply with the age-related concerns that fans think led to Henry Cavill’s departure. 

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Consequently, fans have revisited the age controversy that cost Cavill his superhero role, criticizing Gunn and the studios for considering a 56-year-old Brolin.

It was announced long ago that James Gunn’s Superman would focus on a younger version of the character, while Hal Jordan in Lanterns would be portrayed as an older, veteran Lantern. However, fans are upset about casting 56-year-old Josh Brolin for the role, especially since Henry Cavill had to leave his DC avatar at barely 40. The casting news quickly went viral, eliciting a range of reactions that resembled a frenzy of outrage.

Although many fans anticipated the MCU swipe featuring Cavillrine in Deadpool & Wolverine would be the major DC call-out of the year, the latest news has opened new avenues for fans to criticize the studios.

Some fans, however, pointed out that Cavill never aligned with the story James Gunn envisioned, suggesting that his departure was not really a firing since he was never cast in the role. A few even defended Gunn, arguing that he never actually claimed Cavill was too old for Superman. Despite this, the prevailing sentiment among fans is one of criticism, indicating that the DC move might not have been the best decision.

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