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David Corenswet

David Corenswet is an American actor known for his roles in the Netflix series "The Politician" and "Hollywood," as well as films including "Pearl," "Twisters," and "Superman." He was cast as Superman in James Gunn’s DC Universe film, which released in 2025.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

David Packard Corenswet is an American actor known for his roles in the Netflix series "The Politician" and "Hollywood," as well as the films "Pearl," "Twisters," and "Superman." Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1993, he trained at the Juilliard School. He gained wider recognition through Ryan Murphy's television series and was cast as Superman in James Gunn's DC Universe film, released in 2025.

Early life and education

David Packard Corenswet was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 8, 1993. He attended the Juilliard School, where he completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama in 2016.

Acting career

Corenswet first drew attention in television with roles in "House of Cards," "The Politician," and "Hollywood." He later expanded into film, appearing in "Look Both Ways," "Pearl," and "Twisters."

Superman role

In 2023, Corenswet was cast as Superman in James Gunn's DC Universe film "Superman," which was released in 2025. He became the actor to portray the character in the new franchise.

Personal life

Publicly available biographical sources identify his spouse as Julia Best Warner. He is listed as 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall.

Key facts

  • David Corenswet is an American actor born in Philadelphia in 1993.
  • He gained recognition through Ryan Murphy's series "The Politician" and "Hollywood."
  • He appeared in the films "Look Both Ways," "Pearl," and "Twisters."
  • He was cast as Superman in James Gunn's DC Universe film "Superman," released in 2025.
  • He is listed as 6 feet 4 inches tall.

Frequently asked questions

Who is David Corenswet?
David Corenswet is an American actor known for "The Politician," "Hollywood," "Pearl," and James Gunn's "Superman."
How old is David Corenswet?
He was born on July 8, 1993, which makes him 33 years old as of July 23, 2026.
What movies has David Corenswet been in?
His film credits include "Look Both Ways," "Pearl," "Twisters," and "Superman."
Is David Corenswet playing Superman?
Yes. He was cast as Superman in James Gunn's DC Universe film "Superman," which was released in 2025.
What is David Corenswet's height?
He is listed as 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) tall.
Where is David Corenswet from?
He is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States.

References

  1. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/David-Corenswet
    Supports: Birth date and place, American nationality, height, and Superman role
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Corenswet
    Supports: Career credits including The Politician, Hollywood, Look Both Ways, Pearl, Twisters, Lady in the Lake, and Superman cast/release details
  3. Biography — https://www.biography.com/actors/a65255194/david-corenswet
    Supports: Born in Philadelphia, Juilliard education, and Superman casting
  4. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/1785590-david-corenswet
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and film/television credits