As a longtime Arrowverse enthusiast and a connoisseur of Tom Cavanagh’s versatile acting abilities, I must say that this week’s revelation of Cavanagh playing Godfrey on Superman & Lois was both surprising and delightful! I’ve been following the speculations about his character since the announcement of his guest appearance, and while some theories were intriguing (Brainiac, anyone?), none quite matched up to this brilliant twist.
Prior to the conclusion of “Superman & Lois” on The CW, enthusiasts of the Arrowverse were thrilled when Tom Cavanagh, a prominent actor from “The Flash”, was revealed to be making a guest appearance. However, the exact role he would play remained unknown, sparking much speculation among fans. In this week’s episode, titled “Sharp Dressed Man”, that mystery has been solved – and the character he portrays is not who many would have anticipated. Caution: Spoilers for this week’s episode of Superman & Lois lie ahead.
In this particular episode, Michael Cudlitz, who not only starred as Lex Luthor but also directed the show, gave his character a revamp. This makeover included the authentic bald head, clean-shaven face, and a sleek suit from the comics. This transformation was significant for his ongoing struggle against Lois Lane. To escalate matters, he appeared on a popular talk show to present his argument against the world’s leading journalist. The name of this program is “Godfrey!”, hosted by the talented Tom Cavanagh, who portrays Godfrey in the series.
To fans of comics, you might recognize Godfrey as the infamous Glorious Godfrey. Born from the minds of Jack Kirby and debuting in The Forever People #3 back in 1971, Glorious Godfrey is a supervillain belonging to the pantheon of New Gods from Apokolips. Dispatched by Darkseid to create chaos on Earth through spreading discordant views and unrest, Glorious Godfrey was a promoter of the Anti-Life equation. On our planet, he assumed the persona of G. Gordon Godfrey, hosting a talk show as part of his mission. This character drew inspiration from real-life evangelist Billy Graham and TV personality Arthur Godfrey.
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Fans who have speculated about the actor’s character might find it surprising that Cavanagh is revealed as Godfrey instead of someone else more significant like Brainiac, although we did see a version of Brainiac in this episode too (the show reveals that Lex’s tech guy is Milton Fine, a name fans will recognize as one of Brainiac’s aliases). However, after seeing Cavanagh portray Godfrey, it seems fitting and almost like the character was designed for him from the start – a hint Todd Helbing, one of the series co-showrunners, gave earlier this year.
As a devoted fan, I must say this year has been extraordinary with an abundance of cameos compared to any other season I’ve seen. This isn’t just any ordinary cameo; it’s a character straight out of the comics! It feels like someone had the chance to meet Tom Cavanagh, traveled back in time, created this character, and then suggested they cast him. In essence, it was one of the simplest casting decisions ever made.
Regarding Cavanagh, taking on the role of Godfrey increases his character count in The CW’s Arrowverse and related shows. The actor has portrayed numerous iterations of Harrison Wells – such as Harry Wells, Nash Wells, and others – along with Eobard Thawne/Reverse-Flash and Pariah. With Godfrey, he adds yet another character to his diverse portfolio.
In conversation, when we attempted to find comparisons for this individual’s personality, it seemed as if we were discussing a character Tom Hanks could easily portray without much effort, given his comedic delivery and overall vibe. It just seemed like a flawless fit, according to Helbing.
Superman & Lois airs Mondays at 8 p.m. ET on The CW.
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2024-11-19 05:39