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Everything you need to know about David Corenswet, the actor who's starring in 'Superman: Legacy'

Olivia SinghJun 28, 2023, 04:41 IST

David Corenswet will play the titular role in "Superman: Legacy."Chris Pizzello/AP

David Corenswet, 29, was cast as Clark Kent/Superman in James Gunn's "Superman Legacy."
You may have seen the actor in films and shows like "The Politician" and "Pearl."

Corenswet voiced interest in playing Superman four years ago.

Henry Cavill as Superman in "Man of Steel."Warner Bros. Pictures

He's one of three actors who were frontrunners for the Superman role.

From left: David Corenswet, Nicholas Hoult, and Tom Brittney.Chris Pizzello/AP; Charles Sykes/Invision/AP; Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP

The rising actor has appeared on shows like "Hollywood" and "The Politician," plus films like "Pearl."

David Corenswet on season one of "The Politician."Netflix

Corenswet graduated from the prestigious Julliard School in New York City.

David Corenswet in September 2019.Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

He wasn't allowed to watch TV growing up, but managed to screen plenty of old movies.

David Corenswet in June 2018.Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Affairs os State

He's a dog lover and a would-be director.

David Corenswet posing with a dog in a photo shared on Instagram in August 2022.David Corenswet/Instagram

Here's the cast of 'My Adventures with Superman' and where you might have seen them before