His look in Superman & Lois is the primary time that Cavanagh has performed an Arrowverse character that isn’t a model of Wells or the Reverse Flash, as a substitute enjoying Gordon Godfrey. There have been a couple of completely different variations of Godfrey in comics and media over time, however the character is most identified for being a charismatic and manipulative tv host.
Also called Wonderful Godfrey, the character first appeared in The Perpetually Individuals #3 (1971) and was created by Jack Kirby. Godfrey is considered one of Darkseid’s Elite, and possesses thoughts management powers. In most iterations of the character, Godfrey is portrayed as a sensationalist media character, like a pundit or televangelist. Superman & Lois’ model of the character is analogous, with Godfrey internet hosting his personal present (titled Godfrey! after all), however Cavanagh nonetheless manages to place his personal twist on it.
When requested why they introduced Cavanagh again to the Arrowverse for this position, co-showrunner Todd Helbing informed TVLine that “It was the no-brainer of all time.” Based on co-showrunner Brent Fletcher, “[Cavanagh’s] hilarious and has extra power than a ten 12 months outdated. [The character is] not like him in any respect, however he can play that man completely.”
Regardless that Godfrey could also be a wholly completely different character than Cavanagh has performed on this universe earlier than, Arrowverse followers on Reddit can’t assist however discover a couple of similarities in mannerisms between Godfrey and his earlier characters. Cavanagh has performed each the villain and the great man, a line {that a} man like Godfrey has to stroll very fastidiously to maintain up his public persona. We might know that he’s principally in Lex Luthor’s pocket – Lex Corp. does personal his present in any case – however that doesn’t imply Godfrey can present all of his playing cards to most of the people.
Cavanagh is an effective match for this position, no matter his previous with the Arrowverse, and his look makes for a enjoyable homage. Superman & Lois would be the finish of an period for superhero tv and the CW, but it surely’s good to know that the Arrowverse is ending on such a powerful be aware.
