Possibly the biggest casting of the year is certain: David Corenswet is the new Superman. The actor has been with the for a long time legendary role associated and traded as a favorite. Now it’s official: Corenswet will play the man of steel in the upcoming reboot Superman: Legacy.
The New Superman: Who is David Corenswet?
As reported by the Hollywood Reporter, Corenswet defeated Nicholas Hoult and Tom Brittney, who were in contention for the coveted part right to the end. He follows in the footsteps by Henry Cavill, who has appeared on the big screen as Superman several times over the past decade.
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David Corenswet in The Politician
Corenswet, on the other hand, is still relatively unknown in the cinema. To date, he has played his biggest roles in the Netflix productions The Politician, Hollywood and Look Both Ways. In addition, he was part of the acclaimed series We Own This City and enthusiastic in a supporting role in the horror film Pearl, released this year.
The New Lois Lane: Who Is Rachel Brosnahan?
It’s not the only major casting decision director James Gunn made yesterday. Also the Lois Lane of the new DC Universe one thing is certain: Rachel Brosnahan, known from the Amazon series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, takes on the role of the Daily Planet reporter with whom Clark Kent aka Superman falls in love.
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Rachel Brosnahan in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Brosnahan’s main casting rivals were Emma Mackey and Phoebe Dynevor. Well-connected Deadline insider Justin Kroll wrote on Twitter that they by far the best tape submitted to the casting. Her performance as Lois Lane is said to have eclipsed even Corenswet Superman.
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When is Superman: Legacy in cinemas?
Superman: Legacy is the starting signal for the new DC universe that is currently being conceived by director James Gunn and producer Peter Safran. The film starts on July 10, 2025 in German cinemas and introduces us to a world where superheroes existed long before Kal-El arrived on Earth.
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