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David Corenswet Soars to Stardom with Blockbuster Superman Role
1 Aug
Summary
- David Corenswet's Superman film breaks box office records
- Corenswet's previous roles in Netflix series and movies
- Upcoming projects include disaster thriller "Twisters"

As of August 1st, 2025, David Corenswet is the new Superman, and his performance in the recently released DC superhero film has been dominating the box office. Corenswet, who graduated from Juilliard in 2016, began his acting career with a few television roles before landing lead parts in Netflix series such as "The Politician" and "Hollywood."
However, it is his portrayal of the iconic superhero that has truly catapulted Corenswet into the global spotlight. The James Gunn-directed Superman reboot, which hit theaters on July 11th, 2025, has already grossed an impressive $513.4 million worldwide. This success has solidified Corenswet's status as the new face of the DC Universe.
In addition to his box office triumph, Corenswet has also been seen in other projects, including the 2022 horror drama "Pearl," where he played a supporting role as a projectionist. More recently, he was featured in the HBO miniseries "We Own This City" and is set to appear in the 2024 disaster thriller "Twisters," a standalone sequel to the 1996 film "Twister."
As Corenswet continues to captivate audiences with his versatile acting skills, it's clear that he is poised to become one of the biggest stars of his generation.