Now that Brandon Routh and Kevin Spacey have been announced as "Superman Returns" hero and villain, the world of movie-fandom eagerly awaits for Bryan Singer to announce the casting of love interest Lois Lane.

The two top contenders in recent weeks, Natalie Portman and Evangeline Lily, both had to drop out of the race. Portman because she's not interested, Lily because of her commitment to "Lost", on ABC. Fansite Superman-V.com produced a new list of top choices, all of them potentially interesting.

'Under the Sea's Kate Bosworth, who was also among top contenders to play Sue Storm in 'Fantastic Four', is said to be interested and considered. Elisha Cuthbert, from '24' and 'The Girl Next Door', who might be a little young , is also looked at. But most surprising is Romeo's Juliet, Clare Danes. Her star is on the rise again after 'Terminator 3' and acclaimed indy 'Stage Beauty'.

Of course, Singer might also come up with an unknown for that role as well. But you have to admit those aren't bad choices, and Routh himself must be hoping for one of those 3.