The Career of David Corenswet: Movies and Shows

Superman has been a career-defining role for many actors, dating back to Christopher Reeve’s iconic portrayal. Now, David Corenswet steps into the cape as the latest actor to embody the Man of Steel. But wait, who’s this David guy? Where on Earth (or beyond) did he come from? Get ready because we’re about to take a deep dive into the life and career of  David Corenswet.

Starting out in Theater

Our future Man of Steel didn’t arrive in a spaceship, David was born on July 8, 1993, in Philadelphia. Like many actors, he caught the acting bug early. From the tender age of 9, Corenswet appeared in numerous theater productions, honing his craft. At 18, David transitioned from stage to film.

David Corenswet Movies and Shows

Creating His First Short Film

David started out creating his own opportunities. His debut starring role came in “Following Chase,” a short film he penned himself. Working with director Greg Koorhan, the short film is a simple story about two soldiers struggling to stay undetected in enemy territory. David also ventured into comedy and co-created “Moe & Jerryweather,” a sketch comedy web series, alongside friend Adam Langdon.

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Breaking Into TV

After graduating from Juilliard in 2016, Corenswet began his professional journey in minor television roles, appearing in shows like “Elementary” and “House of Cards.” His breakthrough came in 2019 when he became a series regular in Ryan Murphy’s series “Hollywood.” In a relatable role for the up and coming actor, David portrayed an aspiring actor moonlighting as a gas station attendant.

David Corenswet and Ben Platt in ‘The Politician’

Building on his collaboration with Ryan Murphy, David joined his next Netflix project, “The Politician.” In this series, he took on the role of River, a wealthy young man who has a love affair with the protagonist after being hired to teach him Mandarin. This role put Corenswet on the map, showcasing his ability to play complex characters.

The New Superman Actor: David Corenswet

James Gunn tapped David Corenswet to don the iconic cape in his upcoming flick “Superman: Legacy”. This casting marks a big leap for Corenswet, putting him at the heart of a fresh DC cinematic universe. Superman: Legacy is now filming in Ohio, and we can expect to see the film on the big screen in 2025.

David Corenswet in Superman Suit

James Gunn has officially unveiled the first look at David Corenswet in the new Superman costume. And guess what? The iconic red briefs are back! Corenswet has also been seen on location in Cleveland, photographed in both his Superman suit and Clark Kent persona.

David Corenswet vs Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill’s take on Superman is still pretty fresh in our minds, so it’s no surprise that folks are already sizing up David Corenswet vs Henry Cavill. Sure, these guys could pass for brothers with their similar looks, but don’t expect a carbon copy performance. James Gunn made it clear that Corenswet’s Superman will be a whole different ball game compared to what we’ve seen before.