On Friday, we reported that Law and Order: Special Victims Unit star Christopher Meloni is in talks for an unknown role in the superhero tale Man of Steel. While there was speculation he may be playing Lex Luthor, it turns out he is playing a military general. However, he wouldn't reveal any further details about the character. Here's what he had to say below.

"I can't tell you, or I'd have to kill you."

The actor did also reveal that he starts shooting in late August over the course of five months. His role will be shot in locations such as Chicago, Vancouver, and Edwards Air Force Base in California.

Zack Snyder is directing Man of Steel from a screenplay by David S. Goyer, which was also developed by producer Christopher Nolan.