Russell Crowe may play the role of Superman's father

It has emerged that Russell Crowe might play the father of Superman in Man of Steel.

In the classic 1988 movie, Marlon Brando played the role of Jor-El.

According to movie industry magazine Variety, producer Christopher Nolan is said to be a driving force behind the decision to cast Crowe as the ill-fated character, reports the Daily Mail.

However, Warner Bros. has yet not confirmed whether Russell will join the cast for the Zack Snyder-directed flick.

But if the early reports are correct, Crowe will join previously announced cast members Henry Cavill (Superman) and Amy Adams (Lois Lane).