| Lex Luthor | |
|---|---|
| DC Extended Universe character | |
&sq=Qlik&lang=&file=File:Lex_Luthor_BvS.jpg) Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) | |
| First appearance | Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) |
| Last appearance | Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) |
| Based on | |
| Adapted by | Chris Terrio David S. Goyer Zack Snyder |
| Portrayed by | Jesse Eisenberg |
| In-universe information | |
| Title | CEO of LexCorp |
| Occupation | |
| Family | Lex Luthor Sr (father) |
| Home | Metropolis, United States |
| Nationality | American |
Alexander Joseph "Lex" Luthor, Jr. is a fictional character in the DC Extended Universe based on the DC Comics supervillain of the same name. He is portrayed by Jesse Eisenberg. Luthor first appeared in the 2016 film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, pitting Batman and Superman against each other in an attempt to eradicate the two superheroes. He also appears briefly in Justice League and its director's cut. Eisenberg's portrayal of Lex Luthor has been described as unorthodox compared to most depictions of the character, with his performance in Batman v Superman receiving mixed reviews.