Last night brought exciting news: we finally know who James Gunn has tapped to take on the iconic role of Superman! The lucky actor? None other than 29-year-old David Corenswet, a name most folks might not recognize yet. But guess what? He looks remarkably like Henry Cavill! In fact, comparing their photos side by side, it’s easy to see how David could pass for Cavill’s younger sibling or an earlier, less gym-savvy version of the Man of Steel himself. Fans are already buzzing about this uncanny resemblance, noting that while Superman does indeed have a distinct look—a square jaw and muscular build—David Corenswet nails it in a way that’s reminiscent of Henry Cavill more than some previous actors like Brandon Routh or Christopher Reeve. The likeness is truly striking!
Meanwhile, one can only wonder what Henry Cavill must be feeling about this recasting deep down inside. Of course, he’ll gracefully offer his congratulations when speaking publicly—after all, just a few short months ago, he was joyfully reinstated as Superman at the end of “Black Adam.” In fact, he shared the exciting news on Instagram barely a week after the movie’s release, beaming about how important this role is to him. But life moves in unexpected ways, and James Gunn’s decision to cast David Corenswet follows a clear logic: they’re rebooting the DC Universe with a bold 10-year plan. At age 40, it would have been challenging for Henry Cavill to fit into this new vision of Superman. As James Gunn mentioned, he was looking for an actor in his thirties, and it’s thrilling to see David Corenswet step into the role with such promise. Not only does Corenswet share a striking resemblance to Cavill’s youthful portrayal, but also we have every reason to believe that James Gunn will make magic happen at DC just as he did with “Guardians of the Galaxy” at Marvel. As for those noting David’s build, it’s worth remembering how Cavill looked during his initial costume tests and that Corenswet has six months ahead of him in the gym to achieve the necessary physique.
David Corenswet, a relatively unknown actor at just 29 years old, is about to step into the spotlight with his first major role as Superman. If you’re a fan of Netflix’s “The Politician,” which I haven’t seen but have heard great things about, you might already recognize him from there. His performances in shows like “Elementary,” “House of Cards,” and “Hollywood,” as well as in the 2022 film “Pearl” by Ti West, all speak to his growing talent. While these were smaller roles, they’ve set the stage for what’s sure to be a rocketing rise to stardom. And let’s not forget that alongside David, Rachel Brosnahan will take on the iconic role of Lois Lane, stepping into shoes last occupied by Amy Adams in “Man of Steel,” “Batman v Superman,” and “Justice League.” We’re hopeful that this time around, Lois Lane will be given more depth and character development than what we saw in Zack Snyder’s films.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, James Gunn carefully selected six actor pairs to audition for the roles of Superman and Lois Lane. Among these exciting pairings were Nicholas Hoult alongside Rachel Brosnahan, Tom Brittney with Phoebe Dynevor, and David Corenswet paired with Emma Mackey. These talented duos shared multiple scenes together during their initial auditions. In a subsequent round, the three actors competing for Clark Kent got to slip into the iconic Superman costume, an experience that must have been both thrilling and nerve-wracking!Now, all eyes are on who will don the cape as Lex Luthor and join The Authority team in this epic film. With filming set to begin as early as 2024, fans can mark their calendars for the highly anticipated release of “Superman Legacy” on July 11, 2025!
