Who is David Corenswet, the grandson of a famous writer, who plays the new 'Superman'?

David Corenswet , the actor chosen by DC to embody the new Superman , has generated great excitement following the release of the film's official trailer. The grandson of a famous writer and trained at the prestigious Juilliard, his acting talent has led to a rising career in Hollywood that places him as one of the most solid promises in American cinema.

The Philadelphia-born actor will debut as Clark Kent/Superman in the 2025 film produced by DC Studios and Warner Bros., written and directed by James Gunn. This title marks the beginning of a new era for the DC cinematic universe, and Corenswet takes over from Henry Cavill and leads a cast that includes names such as Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane) and Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor), among others.

His casting is part of a strategy to rejuvenate the character, focusing on portraying a hero with an unwavering faith in humanity . Before donning the Man of Steel suit, Corenswet was notable for his roles in Ryan Murphy series such as The Politician and Hollywood , both Netflix productions.

In the first, he played River Barkley, and in the second, he played Jack Castello, a young actor during the golden age of the Mecca of cinema. He has also appeared in HBO productions such as We Own This City and films like Look Both Ways and Pearl , consolidating a career with demanding and varied roles.

Trained in theater since childhood and with a solid academic foundation, his connection to the world of narrative is no coincidence: he is the grandson of Edward Packard, creator of the legendary Choose Your Own Adventure book series. His date with the public will be on July 11 , when the new Superman hits theaters as DC Studios' big summer release.