Jesse Eisenberg Reflects on Lex Luthor Role's Impact on His Career

The actor candidly shared how his portrayal in 'Batman v Superman' led to career setbacks despite his personal enjoyment of the role.

Jesse Eisenberg revealed on the Armchair Expert podcast that his portrayal of Lex Luthor in 2016's 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' negatively affected his career due to the film's public and critical reception.
The film grossed $874 million worldwide but was widely criticized, with Eisenberg's performance receiving significant backlash for its eccentric interpretation of the iconic villain.
Eisenberg admitted that being part of such a high-profile project amplified the criticism, making it harder for him to secure roles in subsequent films.
Despite the negative impact, Eisenberg expressed no regrets about the role, emphasizing that he enjoyed the character and the experience of working on the movie.
Eisenberg has since rebounded with critical acclaim for his latest project, 'A Real Pain,' earning multiple Golden Globe nominations and recognition from the American Film Institute.