Who is David Corenswet? Meet the new Superman actor
David Corenswet is DCU’s new Superman actor after taking over from Henry Cavill. He will appear in James Gunn’s 2025 reboot, Superman (originally titled Superman: Legacy). The Philadelphia native was not a household name before the superhero role, but he has an impressive acting resume both on stage and on the screen.
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Key takeaways
- David holds a BFA in drama from the prestigious New York-based Juilliard School.
- He gained recognition with roles in Ryan Murphy’s Netflix productions, The Politician and Hollywood.
- The actor is Jewish and a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he grew up appearing in theatre productions.
David Corenswet's profile summary
| Full name | David Packard Corenswet |
| Date of birth | July 8, 1993 |
| Age | 31 years old as of January 2025 |
| Place of birth | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Current residence | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Los Angeles |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m/193 cm) |
| Eye colour | Blue |
| Hair colour | Dark brown |
| Marital status | Married |
| Wife | Julia Best Warner (2023 to date) |
| Children | One daughter |
| Parents | John Corenswet |
| Education | University of Pennsylvania, Juilliard School (BFA) |
| Profession | Actor, writer |
| Years active | Early 2000s to date |
| Net worth | Approx. $4 million |
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David Corenswet as James Gunn's new Superman actor
Corenswet was announced as the new Man of Steel in June 2023 alongside actress Rachel Brosnahan, who portrays Lois Lane. Landing the role came after a thorough auditioning process alongside English stars Tom Brittney and Nicholas Hoult.
The actor’s love for Superman goes way back. He mentioned it in his 2019 interview with Entertainment Weekly, saying,
My pie-in-the-sky ambition is definitely to play Superman. I would love to see somebody do an upbeat, throwback [take on Superman]. I love the Henry Cavill dark and gritty take, but I would love to see the next one be very bright and optimistic.
The upcoming instalment will follow Clark Kent as he tries to balance his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. David Corenswet debuted the Superman costume in May 2024, while the first trailer was released in December 2024. The highly anticipated DC film hits theatres on July 1, 2025.
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What movies and TV shows has David Corenswet been in?
David started acting as a child and appeared in several theatre productions like All My Sons, Macbeth, The Forgiving Harvest, 'La Vie En Bleu', and Our Town. He went on to study Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama at Juilliard School, graduating in 2016.
In 2018, he landed the role of Michael Lawson in the political thriller Affairs of State alongside Adrian Grenier and Thora Birch. David portrayed River Barkley in Ryan Murphy’s The Politician (2019-2020) and Jack Castello in the Netflix limited series Hollywood (2020).
In 2022, the Philadelphia native starred in a series of projects, including the HBO limited series We Own This City as David McDougall, the Netflix romantic comedy Look Both Ways as Jake, and A24’s Pearl as The Projectionist.
Corenswet portrayed the villainous character Scott in the 2024 disaster film Twisters. He also stars in The Greatest Hits (2024) as Max and in the Apple TV+ series Lady in the Lake (2024) as Allan Durst.
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David Corenswet's personal life
David was born on July 8, 1993, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and raised in a Jewish household. His father, John Corenswet, was a lawyer and previously worked as a stage actor.
John passed away in June 2019 from cancer. The actor’s mother is also a lawyer, while his maternal grandfather, Edward Packard, was an author known for creating the 'Choose Your Own Adventure' book series.
David Corenswet's height and weight
Corenswet is 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m/193 cm) tall. He has blue eyes and dark brown hair. According to the internet, he bears a striking resemblance to former Superman actor Henry Cavill.
To fit properly into the Superman suit, David Corenswet had to bulk up with help from celebrity trainer Paolo Mascitti. While appearing on the Manly Things (Sort Of) podcast in September 2024, he mentioned that he weighed 238 pounds at his maximum weight.
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David Corenswet's wife
The actor tied the knot with Julia Best Warner in March 2023. They exchanged vows at the historic Immaculate Conception Church in New Orleans in a ceremony that celebrated David’s Jewish roots and Julia’s Catholic faith. The couple welcomed a daughter in 2024.
Julia is an actress, producer, and director known for her work in several notable productions, including Dot (2014), Back for Good (2017), The Baby-Sitters Pub (2017), After Hours Trading (2018), Ratched (2020), and Guilty Pleasures (2023).
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FAQs
Is Henry Cavill playing the new Superman?
Henry Cavill announced in a December 2022 Instagram post that he would not return as Superman. His last appearance was a cameo in Black Adam (2022).
Why are they changing Superman actor?
The leadership of DC Studios, Peter Safran and James Gunn, wanted to take a new direction for the Man of Steel. The reboot focuses on Clark Kent’s early years.
Who is going to play in Superman: Legacy?
James Gunn’s Superman will feature David Corenswet as Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Isabela Merced as Hawk Girl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, and Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner (Green Lantern).
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David Corenswet has become one of Hollywood’s most-talked-about stars partly due to his undeniable charm. DC Universe fans are excited to see what he brings to their beloved character as the new Superman actor.
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