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Kevin Spacey to return as villain in new 'Superman' movie
(AFP)
Updated: 2007-07-12 08:38
LOS ANGELES - Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey will reprise his role as arch-villain Lex Luthor in the next "Superman" movie, entertainment press reported Wednesday.

Spacey played Luthor in last year's "Superman Returns", which saw the iconic American superhero return to the big-screen after a 19-year absence, Variety reported.

Spacey, who will be 48 later this month, won Oscars for his roles in "The Usual Suspects" in 1996 and "American Beauty" in 2000.

The next Superman adventure, "Superman: Man of steel," is due for release in 2009.