As the new Superman film arrives in theaters this week, Elizabeth Tulloch, known for her role as Lois Lane in the TV series Superman & Lois, is marking the occasion with a special event tied to the dog biscuit brand Milk-Bone. This celebration combines Tulloch’s affection for dogs with her connection to the Superman franchise, creating a unique way to honor the film’s release and engage fans.
Tulloch portrayed Lois Lane for four seasons on The CW’s acclaimed series, which concluded late last year, signaling a transition for the iconic character ahead of the new movie’s debut.
Special Screening Features Dogs Dressed as Superheroes
Partnering with Milk-Bone, Tulloch hosted a screening of James Gunn’s Superman film on Thursday, accompanied by her rescue puppy, Marvin, as well as more than 40 other dogs. The actress shared her excitement about the event, highlighting the adorable details planned for the dogs attending.
“I have asked and gotten confirmation that there will be Superman capes for all the doggies, which will be really cute,”
Tulloch remarked.
“And I’m just a big fan of Milk-Bone. Our last dog loved Milk-Bone, and then we’re training with the little clicker, the puppy a lot, and they’re his favorite treats. And so when they reached out and said, ‘Do you wanna go to this Milk-Bone screening with 40 dogs?’ I’m like, ‘Yeah!’ But one of the things about Milk-Bone is that they’ve been around since 1908.”
—Elizabeth Tulloch, Actress
She went on to explain Milk-Bone’s signature place in pet culture.
“And it’s kinda like when you think of a dog treat, you think of Milk-Bone, you think of the shape Milk-Bone dog treat,”
Tulloch added.
“It’s gonna be very funny. I’m bringing David [Giuntoli, husband] with me to be Marvin’s babysitter, because he is only five and a half months old, and so I don’t know how he’s gonna do, he’s not fully potty trained yet. So I think it’ll be really fun and we’re looking forward to this screening.”
—Elizabeth Tulloch, Actress
Rachel Brosnahan Steps Into the Role of Lois Lane in the New Film
The upcoming release of Superman brings a new Lois Lane to the screen, played by Rachel Brosnahan, known for her acclaimed role in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Tulloch reflected on this passing of the torch, sharing the limited contact they have, though expressing optimism about Brosnahan’s interpretation of the character.
“The extent of any interaction we’ve had is I had done a social media post when we finished our show just thanking everyone who’s been involved, the cast, the crew, obviously, the fans for their support over the years. And I said, I’m excited to pass the baton. Tyler [Hoechlin] and I always say, we knew going into this that we would be one of a handful of actors. It’s not like, ‘Okay. We’ll be the last live-action Lois and Clark ever.’ I’ve heard she’s a great actress, and I’m really excited to see what she does with the character when I see the Milk-Bone screening on Thursday.”
—Elizabeth Tulloch, Actress
Tulloch’s Experience as Lois Lane on Television
Before starring in Superman & Lois, Elizabeth Tulloch appeared as Lois Lane in various CW shows during major crossover events, including The Flash, Supergirl, Batwoman, and Arrow. She credited the compelling pitch of Superman & Lois for drawing her to the role, describing it as more of a grounded family drama than a typical superhero series.
“Had a feeling the show was gonna do well just because the way it was pitched to us. Once we kind of got our own thing was really enticing. It was a compelling pitch. It was sort of, think of it less as a superhero show and more of a family drama. Like, This Is Us or Friday Night Lights with these two iconic characters leading.”
—Elizabeth Tulloch, Actress
She also noted the show’s tone and storytelling style as distinctively muted and widescreen, complimenting the writers for addressing difficult topics such as late-term miscarriage, breast cancer, and social anxiety within the context of the superhero narrative.
“But it was very grounded, and I love the way we shot in widescreen, and I loved how sort of muted it was,”
Tulloch explained.
“And I’m just really proud of some of the subject matter that the writers weren’t afraid of tackling, such as the late-term miscarriage or Lois’ breast cancer storyline, Jordan’s social anxiety. And it just was an honor to play such an iconic character.”
—Elizabeth Tulloch, Actress
The Series Farewell and Audience Reception
When Superman & Lois ended last fall, partly influenced by the upcoming Superman feature film, the show concluded with an emotionally resonant final season. The finale included moments like a montage depicting the Kent family aging and Clark adopting a dog named Krypto, which Tulloch found particularly meaningful.
She spoke about the positive response from fans and how the series concluded its storylines.
“The fans seemed to really love it, which is the most important thing that they all said that it was. We really stuck the landing, and they loved the sort of full circle. Everything sort of wrapped up really beautifully. And I was a little worried with Clark finally having a human heart and losing Clark, but people loved it. I’ve heard from so many people that they felt like it’s one of the best series. When the door opens and it’s the two of us, they did a really great job of it.”
—Elizabeth Tulloch, Actress
The Possibility of Tulloch’s Return to the Role
Although the era of DC series on The CW has ended, Elizabeth Tulloch remains open to reprising Lois Lane in any future capacity. She expressed enthusiasm for returning to the role if given the opportunity.
“Oh, I would do it in a heartbeat,”
Tulloch confirmed.
“It would be so much fun.”
—Elizabeth Tulloch, Actress
Superman’s New Chapter Begins This Week
The latest Superman film, starring Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, premieres in theaters Friday, signaling a new chapter for the character. Fans of the television show can also revisit all four seasons of Superman & Lois on HBO Max, ensuring Elizabeth Tulloch’s interpretation continues to be celebrated as the narrative evolves with fresh portrayals and stories.
