Hubbry Logo
David CorenswetDavid CorenswetMain
Open search
David Corenswet
Community hub
David Corenswet
logo
8 pages, 0 posts
0 subscribers
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Be the first to start a discussion here.
David Corenswet
David Corenswet
David Corenswet
View on Wikipedia
from Wikipedia

David Packard Corenswet (/ˈkɔːrənswɛt/; born July 8, 1993) is an American actor. After graduating from The Juilliard School in 2016, he began guest-starring in television series, including House of Cards in 2018. He played lead roles in the Netflix series The Politician (2019–2020) and Hollywood (2020), both created by Ryan Murphy. In 2022, he starred in the films Look Both Ways and Pearl, and the HBO miniseries We Own This City. After supporting roles in the film Twisters and the miniseries Lady in the Lake (both 2024), he rose to prominence with his portrayal of the titular superhero in James Gunn's DC Universe (DCU) film Superman (2025).

Key Information

Early life and education

[edit]

David Packard Corenswet was born on July 8, 1993,[1][2] in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,[3] and grew up there[4] and in Lower Merion[5] with his older sister Amy.[6] His father, John Corenswet, was from a Jewish family in New Orleans,[7][8][9] and worked as a stage actor in New York City for many years[3] before becoming a lawyer.[10] His mother is also a lawyer.[11] His maternal grandfather is author Edward Packard, creator of the Choose Your Own Adventure book series.[12][13][14]

Corenswet graduated from the Shipley School and attended the University of Pennsylvania for a year before transferring to the Juilliard School, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama in 2016.[3][15][16]

Career

[edit]

Beginnings (2002–2018)

[edit]

As a child actor, Corenswet appeared in numerous professional theater productions, including the Arden Theatre's 2002 production[17] of Arthur Miller's All My Sons,[18] the Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival's 2003 production of Macbeth,[19] the Walnut Street Theatre's 2003 production of La Vie En Bleu,[20][19] and the People's Light and Theatre Company's 2004 production of The Forgiving Harvest,[21][22] among others.[17] Corenswet wrote the screenplay for and acted in Following Chase (2011), directed by Greg Koorhan.[23] He next co-wrote, produced, and starred in a two-season sketch-comedy web series, Moe & Jerryweather (2014–2016) along with fellow Juilliard grad Adam Langdon.[24] In 2016, director Rob Reiner cast Corenswet as a co-lead in his planned television series, The Tap, set at Yale College in 1969. Corenswet played a student.[25] USA Network ordered the pilot episode,[26] which was filmed in 2017, but declined to pick up the series.[27]

In Corenswet's first film role after graduating from Juilliard, he starred as Michael Lawson in Affairs of State (2018), a political thriller. The film also stars Thora Birch, Mimi Rogers, and Adrian Grenier. Los Angeles Times described the film as "well-acted".[28] Corenswet then appeared in several guest-star roles, including in House of Cards,[29] Elementary, and Instinct.[24]

Rising popularity (2019–present)

[edit]
Corenswet as Clark Kent on the set of Superman in 2024

In Netflix's The Politician (2019–2020), directed by Ryan Murphy, he portrayed River Barkley, the lover and high-school political rival of Payton Hobart (Ben Platt).[30] Vanity Fair described River as a "wealthy, sporty, straight-A student".[31][32][33] Corenswet next starred as Jack Castello[34][35] in Hollywood (2020), a Netflix limited series about the post-World War II film business in Los Angeles.[36] The project reunited him with Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, the creators of The Politician. Corenswet was also an executive producer on the series.[37] Men's Health magazine praised Corenswet's performance as that of a "breakout lead".[38] IndieWire called it "another star-proving turn from David Corenswet."[39]

In We Own This City (2022), a fact-based[40] HBO limited series from The Wire's writers and executive producers David Simon and George Pelecanos, Corenswet co-starred as the veteran police investigator David McDougall, whose work in 2016 helped uncover years of corruption in the Gun Trace Task Force of the Baltimore police department.[41][42] Also in 2022, Corenswet co-starred as Jake in Look Both Ways, a Netflix original romantic comedy-drama film.[43] Corenswet then co-starred as The Projectionist in Pearl, a feature film directed by Ti West and released in theaters by A24 in 2022.[44][45]

In 2024, Corenswet co-starred with Lucy Boynton, Justin H. Min, and Austin Crute in The Greatest Hits, a film for Searchlight Pictures written, directed, and produced by Ned Benson.[46] Described as a "musical time travel romance," the film premiered at the 2024 SXSW Film & TV Festival.[47][48] Also in 2024, Corenswet played Scott, a member of a team of tornado chasers, in Twisters, a disaster film.[49] Corenswet also appeared alongside Natalie Portman in the Apple TV+ series Lady in the Lake, directed by Alma Har'el.[50]

In a November 2019 interview, he expressed interest in portraying Superman and hoped to eventually see a bright and optimistic version of the character, while also praising the dark and gritty tone in Man of Steel (2013).[51] Corenswet portrayed the male lead in a pilot from 20th Television, filmed in January and February 2023: The Answers, FX's adaptation of Catherine Lacey's novel of same name. His character, Christopher Skye, is a charismatic but troubled movie star involved in an enigmatic, futuristic dating experiment.[52] In June 2023, Corenswet was cast as the titular superhero in the DC Studios film Superman from director James Gunn.[53] The first live-action film in the DC Universe (DCU), it was released in theaters in July 2025 and received widespread critical praise.[54][55] He will reprise the role in the upcoming 2026 film, Supergirl, and the upcoming 2027 film, Man of Tomorrow.[56] In October 2024, Corenswet was cast in Jonathan Levine's as-yet-untitled upcoming film (see Untitled John Tuggle Project (film)) as football player John Tuggle, the last player chosen in the 1983 NFL draft.[57]

Personal life

[edit]

In March 2023, Corenswet and Julia Warner were married at Immaculate Conception Church in New Orleans. It was an interfaith wedding ceremony that included both his wife's Catholic customs and his father's Jewish customs. It was officiated by a priest and a rabbi.[58] They have one daughter, born in 2024; in April 2025 it was reported that they had moved back to Pennsylvania to raise her.[59] Corenswet has stated that he was raised Buddhist, but "not in a religious sense", and that his family went to a mindfulness retreat center for a week every summer when he was growing up.[60]

Filmography

[edit]
Key
† Denotes film or TV productions that have not yet been released

Film

[edit]
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2011 Following Chase Ted Short film [61]
2018 Affairs of State Michael Lawson [28]
2019 The Sunlit Night Scott Glenn [62]
2022 Look Both Ways Jake [43]
Pearl The Projectionist [44]
2024 The Greatest Hits Max Enders [46]
Twisters Scott [49]
2025 Superman Clark Kent / Superman, Ultraman [53]
Woman in the Sky N/a Documentary short film; executive producer and cinematographer [63]
2026 Supergirl † Clark Kent / Superman Post-production [64]
Untitled John Tuggle film † John Tuggle Post-production [65]

Television

[edit]
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2014–2018 Moe & Jerryweather Jerryweather 17 episodes; also editor & producer [24]
2015 One Bad Choice Reggie Shaw Episode: "Reggie Shaw"
2017 Elementary Houston Spivey Episode: "High Heat" [24]
2017 The Tap Kirk Lewis Episode: "Pilot"
2018 Instinct Spencer Baymoore Episode: "Live" [24]
House of Cards Reed Episode: "Chapter 72" [24]
2019–2020 The Politician River Barkley 11 episodes [30]
2020 Hollywood Jack Castello Miniseries, 7 episodes; also executive producer [66]
Acting for a Cause Romeo Montague Episode: "Romeo and Juliet"
2022 We Own This City David McDougall Miniseries, 6 episodes [40]
2024 Lady in the Lake Allan Durst Miniseries, 4 episodes [50]
TBA The Answers † Christopher Skye [67]

Theatre

[edit]
Year Title Role Venue Notes Ref.
2002 All My Sons Bert Arden Theatre, Philadelphia [19]
2003 Macbeth Young Macduff Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival [68]
La Vie En Bleu Pablito Walnut Street Theatre [69]
2004 The Forgiving Harvest Great People's Light and Theatre Company, Malvern [70]
2005 The Street of Useful Things Act II Playhouse, Ambler [71]
2008 Our Town Joe Crowell / Si Crowell / Townsperson Arden Theatre, Philadelphia [72]
Waiting for the Ship from Delos Lyntos American Philosophical Society Franklin Hall, Philadelphia World premiere
2013 Hapgood Merryweather Williamstown Theater Festival Nikos Stage, Williamstown [73]

References

[edit]
[edit]
Revisions and contributorsEdit on WikipediaRead on Wikipedia

David Corenswet

View on Grokipedia
from Grokipedia
David Packard Corenswet is an American best known for his portrayal of in James Gunn's 2025 DC Universe film Superman, which marked a major breakthrough in his career following earlier roles in series and independent films. Born on July 8, 1993, in , , Corenswet grew up in a family with artistic and legal ties; his father, John Corenswet, was a former and who passed away in 2019, while his mother, Caroline , and older sister, Amy, are both lawyers, and his maternal grandfather, Edward , created the influential book series. He attended , graduating in 2011, briefly studied at the for one year, and then trained at the prestigious , from which he graduated in 2016 with a in drama. Corenswet began acting young, making his stage debut at age nine in a production of Arthur Miller's , and later co-created the series Moe and Jerryweather before transitioning to professional screen work with guest spots on series like Elementary (2018) and (2018). His breakthrough came with lead roles in Ryan Murphy's projects, including River Barkley in The Politician (2019–2020) and aspiring actor Jack Castello in the miniseries Hollywood (2020), which showcased his versatility in dramatic and ensemble formats. Subsequent roles included the Projectionist in Ti West's horror Pearl (2022), a supporting part in the romantic drama Look Both Ways (2022), and storm chaser Scott in the disaster blockbuster Twisters (2024), helping establish him in both indie and mainstream cinema. In June 2023, Corenswet was cast as Clark Kent/ in Gunn's Superman, succeeding and launching the rebooted ; the film, released on July 11, 2025, earned critical acclaim with an 83% approval rating on and grossed $617 million worldwide, including a $125 million domestic opening weekend. Beyond , Corenswet has continued building his profile with roles in the Apple TV+ miniseries (2024) as Maddie Schwartz's husband, and upcoming projects like the sports drama (2026), in which he stars as , and a return as Superman in the 2027 sequel Man of Tomorrow.

Early life and education

Family background

David Corenswet was born on July 8, 1993, in , , to parents John Corenswet and Caroline Packard. His father, John Corenswet, hailed from a Jewish family with deep roots in New Orleans, Louisiana, where generations of the family were active in the local Jewish community, including ties to Temple Sinai. John initially pursued a career as a in before transitioning to law, and he passed away from cancer in 2019. Corenswet's mother, Caroline Packard, was raised in a Quaker household and worked as a . His maternal grandfather, Edward Packard, was the creator of the influential book series. The family's Jewish paternal heritage, exemplified by relatives such as his uncle Jay Corenswet—a former president of Temple Sinai in New Orleans—formed a key aspect of their cultural foundation.

Upbringing and early interests

David Corenswet was raised in the suburbs, initially in Center City's Merion Park neighborhood before moving to nearby , where he spent much of his formative years. His childhood immersed him in the cultural vibrancy of the region, fostering an early curiosity for the amid a stable, middle-class family environment. Corenswet's passion for acting ignited at age nine, when he made his stage debut as Bert in the Arden Theatre Company's production of Arthur Miller's All My Sons in 2002, marking his entry into Philadelphia's local theater scene. This early exposure was sparked by watching his older sister Amy perform in Fiddler on the Roof at the Narberth Community Theatre, an experience that captivated him and inspired his own pursuit of performance. By his teenage years, he actively participated in drama activities at in Bryn Mawr, where he starred as Seymour in the 2011 high school production of Little Shop of Horrors, honing his skills in a supportive academic setting that encouraged artistic expression. While Corenswet's parents—both —provided a grounded, professional household that emphasized education and stability, their contrasting careers subtly influenced his artistic leanings; his father, John Corenswet, had previously worked as a in New York before transitioning to , offering a familial bridge to the theater world. This dynamic highlighted a divergence between his parents' legal professions and his burgeoning interest in performance, yet it did not deter his commitment to the arts during adolescence. During his teens, Corenswet deepened his involvement through Pennsylvania's summer theater programs, notably the Upper Darby Summer Stage, a youth musical theater initiative where he performed in productions like Hairspray. These experiences, blending rigorous training with collaborative creativity, solidified his passion for and built a foundation of discipline and camaraderie that shaped his early artistic identity.

Formal education

Corenswet completed his at , a private coeducational day school in , graduating in 2011. There, he actively participated in the theater program, working under instructors like Phillip Brown and demonstrating a keen that informed his early performances. Following high school, Corenswet attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for one year, initially studying psychology, before transferring to pursue acting. He enrolled at The Juilliard School in New York City, a prestigious conservatory for performing arts, and graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in drama. Corenswet's training at Juilliard emphasized rigorous preparation in classical theater, including in-depth study of Shakespearean works and ensemble-based methods, building on his foundational experiences from high school. He engaged in conservatory productions that provided hands-on opportunities to develop his and collaborative skills. Upon completing his degree in 2016, Corenswet transitioned to professional pursuits, focusing on auditions for theater, television, and film opportunities in New York and beyond.

Acting career

Theater beginnings and early television (2016–2018)

Following his graduation from in 2016, David Corenswet drew on his extensive theater training and early stage experiences to launch his professional acting career, transitioning to on-screen work. His background in Philadelphia's theater scene from a young age provided a strong foundation for the demands of live performance and character development. This equipped him to tackle guest roles in television, marking his entry into the industry with appearances that showcased his versatility in dramatic narratives. Corenswet's television debut came in 2017 with a guest role on the series Elementary, where he portrayed Houston Spivey, a concerned brother entangled in a investigation, in the "High Heat." This appearance highlighted his ability to convey emotional depth in ensemble-driven stories. The following year, he secured additional guest spots, including the role of Spencer Baymoore on the drama in the "Live," playing a character involved in a high-stakes personal dilemma. These early roles required rigorous audition processes typical of breaking into competitive television casting, where Corenswet balanced callbacks with ongoing commitments to build his resume. In 2018, Corenswet appeared in the final season of Netflix's House of Cards as Reed, Claire Underwood's former college boyfriend, in the episode "Chapter 72," a part that demanded nuanced portrayal of past romance amid political intrigue. These guest appearances represented his initial foray into prestige television, often involving multiple audition rounds and self-tapes to secure limited . While pursuing opportunities in theater, Corenswet navigated the challenges of transitioning from stage to screen, including adapting to the faster pace of TV production and the scarcity of roles for emerging actors. His Juilliard-honed skills in and emotional authenticity proved instrumental in these early endeavors.

Breakthrough in television (2019–2022)

Corenswet achieved his breakthrough in television with a series regular role as River Barkley in the political satire The Politician, created by Ryan Murphy, which aired from 2019 to 2020. River, a charismatic high school student and political rival to the protagonist Payton Hobart (played by ), serves as Payton's secret lover and appears in flashbacks and as a hallucinatory figure after his early suicide in the series. This marked Corenswet's first major recurring television role, earning him praise as a breakout talent for his poised and enigmatic performance despite limited screen time. Building on this momentum, Corenswet starred as Jack Castello, an ambitious aspiring actor, in Ryan Murphy's miniseries Hollywood (2020), a seven-episode set in post-World War II Tinseltown. In the piece, Castello navigates the cutthroat , racial barriers, and personal ambitions while pursuing stardom alongside a diverse group of filmmakers. Critics highlighted Corenswet's all-American charm and humble determination in the lead role, noting how his "gosh golly" demeanor and dimpled smile infused the character with hopeful optimism amid the series' exploration of Hollywood's underbelly. The miniseries received a for Outstanding Television Movie or Limited Series at the 2020 , recognizing the ensemble's impact. In 2022, Corenswet expanded his dramatic range with the of McDougall, a veteran narcotics investigator, in HBO's limited series , created by and . Based on the true story of corruption within Baltimore's Gun Trace Task Force, McDougall is depicted as a meticulous grappling with ethical dilemmas in a corrupt system. His standout performance in intense interrogation scenes showcased a grounded, burdened intensity, contributing to the series' 93% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes for its unflinching portrayal of police misconduct. Corenswet's collaborations with Ryan Murphy on The Politician and Hollywood proved pivotal, providing high-profile platforms that amplified his visibility and established him as a versatile leading man in ensemble television. Across these projects, reviewers commended his ability to convey emotional depth and charisma within large casts, transitioning from satirical romance to and gritty crime procedural. This period solidified his reputation for dramatic range, with outlets like dubbing him "Hollywood material" early in his ascent.

Film roles and rising fame (2022–2024)

Corenswet's successful television roles in the late 2010s and early paved the way for his transition to feature films, allowing him to take on more prominent cinematic parts starting in 2022. His film debut came earlier with the lead role of ambitious congressional aide Michael Lawson in the 2018 Affairs of State, directed by Eric Bross, where his character navigates a scandalous affair amid Washington intrigue. In 2022, Corenswet earned critical praise for his supporting turn as The Projectionist, a charismatic cinema operator who becomes the object of intense obsession in Ti West's horror prequel Pearl. The film, starring in a , premiered at the and received widespread acclaim for its bold visuals and performances, holding a 93% approval rating on ; Corenswet's subtle portrayal of quiet allure was highlighted as a standout element. Later that year, he shared dual-lead duties opposite in Netflix's romantic drama Look Both Ways, directed by , playing Jake, an aspiring filmmaker in one of two parallel realities exploring life choices around an unplanned pregnancy. The ensemble-driven story received mixed reviews for its ambitious premise but was noted for Corenswet's grounded chemistry with the cast, contributing to its lighthearted exploration of alternate paths. In 2024, Corenswet took on a supporting role as Allan Durst, a complex figure with a troubled past, in the Apple TV+ miniseries opposite as Maddie Schwartz. The series, set in 1960s , earned praise for its tense confrontations and exploration of personal histories, with Corenswet's performance adding emotional depth to the ensemble. By 2024, Corenswet's profile continued to elevate with supporting roles in two distinct genre pieces. In Ned Benson's music-infused drama The Greatest Hits, which premiered at (SXSW) and later streamed on , he portrayed Max Enders, the late boyfriend whose memories haunt the protagonist () through time-travel triggered by songs. Critics praised the film's innovative use of soundtrack to convey grief, though reception was divided on its emotional depth, with Corenswet's flashbacks providing poignant romantic tension. That summer, he appeared as Scott, a slick corporate storm chaser and rival to the protagonists, in Lee Isaac Chung's blockbuster disaster sequel Twisters, opposite and . The role, evoking a modern antagonist in high-stakes tornado hunts, drew attention for Corenswet's portrayal of calculated opportunism amid chaos, helping the film gross over $370 million worldwide and solidifying his on-screen presence in action-oriented fare. These projects marked Corenswet's rising fame through diverse indie and mainstream outings, with Pearl's horror acclaim and SXSW exposure for The Greatest Hits generating indie buzz, while Twisters' commercial success amplified his visibility ahead of major franchise commitments.

Superman role and post-2025 developments

In June 2023, David Corenswet was announced as the lead in James Gunn's Superman (2025), portraying the dual roles of and , also known as Kal-El, in the film that serves as the inaugural entry in the rebooted . Corenswet's preparation for the role involved an extensive audition process, beginning with a self-tape that later gained viral attention for its raw portrayal of Superman in a scene opposite a for . He underwent rigorous physical training to embody the character's iconic physique, aiming for a balanced portrayal that drew on his Juilliard background to infuse vulnerability and optimism into the performance. During production, he collaborated closely with co-star , who played , to develop the dynamic between the reporter and the , emphasizing their professional and personal interplay under Gunn's direction. The film premiered internationally on July 9, 2025, and in on July 11, marking the start of the new slate co-led by Gunn and . In the story, grapples with reconciling his origins and human upbringing while working as a at the , confronting threats from billionaire antagonist amid a world already populated by other metahumans. This reimagines the character with a focus on hope, truth, and heroism in a , diverging from prior iterations by integrating ensemble elements early on. Upon release, received widespread critical acclaim for Corenswet's earnest and relatable depiction of the icon, earning an 83% approval rating on based on over 497 reviews, with praise for his "uncalculated, cynicism-free portrait" that captured the character's boyish valor and moral complexity. The performance also led to Corenswet's inclusion in TIME's 2025 TIME100 Next list as one of the world's most influential rising stars, highlighted by co-star for his innovative take on the role. performance was a strong success, grossing $616.6 million worldwide against a $200 million budget, making it the top-grossing of 2025 to date and the first to surpass $600 million globally that year. By November 2025, the film generated significant awards buzz, with submitting it for Golden Globe consideration in drama categories, including Best Motion Picture (Drama) and for Corenswet, alongside Oscar campaign pushes positioning it as a potential franchise milestone. Following 's release, Corenswet signed a multi-picture deal with , confirming his return as the character in future projects, including a sequel titled Superman: Man of Tomorrow slated for summer 2027, written and directed by Gunn with expected reprises by Corenswet and Hoult as Luthor. Independent films such as the sports drama , in which he stars as player John Tuggle, have also been announced as of November 2025, with his contract allowing flexibility for non-DC roles. The role propelled Corenswet to status, transforming him from a in projects like Twisters () into a leading Hollywood figure, with his portrayal credited for revitalizing the archetype through a fresh, optimistic lens that emphasized emotional depth over brooding intensity. This shift elevated his public persona, drawing comparisons to Christopher Reeve's enduring legacy while establishing him as a versatile talent capable of anchoring major franchises.

Personal life

Marriage and family

David Corenswet met his future wife, Julia Best Warner, as teenagers during a summer theater program in . Their long-term partnership culminated in on March 3, 2023, in an intimate interfaith ceremony in New Orleans officiated by both a and a . Julia Best Warner is an actress, producer, and director known for her work in independent films and television series such as Ratched (2020) and Deadly Devotion. She shares Corenswet's passion for the arts, having pursued acting since her early career with credits dating back to 2014. The couple welcomed their first child, a whose name they have kept private, in early 2024, shortly before Corenswet began filming . In 2025, they relocated from to , , to provide a more normal childhood for their away from Hollywood scrutiny. Corenswet has credited Warner with helping him balance the demands of new parenthood alongside his intensive acting schedule, particularly during the production of the .

Religious heritage and public privacy

David Corenswet identifies as Jewish through his paternal lineage, with his father's family maintaining deep roots in the New Orleans Jewish community. His great-grandfather, Sam Corenswet, immigrated from and became a prominent leader at Temple Sinai, Louisiana's oldest Reform synagogue, where generations of the family have been active members. Although raised in , Corenswet has preserved strong family connections to Temple Sinai in New Orleans, including relatives like his uncle Jay, a former synagogue president, reflecting the cultural influences of his upbringing. He has publicly embraced this heritage, stating, "My roots are Jewish. That's my ethnicity. I take pride in that," particularly noting the significance of portraying as the first Jewish actor in the role, a character originally created by Jewish immigrants and . Corenswet's cultural practices draw from these familial ties, though he has shared limited details about his personal observance. His interfaith family background includes his mother's Quaker upbringing, with her own mother being a prominent Quaker activist, which introduced diverse religious influences during his childhood. This blend is evident in his 2023 wedding to Julia Best Warner, held at New Orleans' Jesuit Church and co-officiated by a and a Catholic priest to honor both Jewish and Christian traditions. In rare public reflections, such as post-casting interviews for , Corenswet has highlighted the importance of Jewish representation in media, emphasizing how his heritage aligns with the character's immigrant origins and themes of otherness. Amid his rising fame, Corenswet has deliberately maintained a private , using selectively for professional updates while avoiding in-depth discussions of or to shield personal matters from public scrutiny. This stance extends to limited disclosures on his , where he prioritizes authenticity over publicity, as seen in his sparse but meaningful comments on Jewish pride and representation.

Filmography

Film roles

Corenswet made his debut in the Affairs of State (2018), directed by Eric Bross, where he portrayed Michael Lawson, a young congressional aide entangled in a scandalous affair with his boss's wife amid a presidential campaign. In 2022, he appeared in the horror film Pearl, directed by , playing the enigmatic Projectionist, a cinema employee who encourages the protagonist's obsessive dreams and descent into violence during World War I-era . That same year, Corenswet starred in the romantic comedy-drama Look Both Ways, directed by , as Jake, an aspiring filmmaker and romantic interest who supports the lead character in pursuing her artistic ambitions in one of the film's alternate-life narratives. Corenswet took on a supporting role in the The Greatest Hits (2024), directed by , as Max Enders, the late boyfriend whose memories the grieving protagonist revisits through music-induced . In the action-disaster film Twisters (2024), directed by , he played Scott, a corporate storm chaser whose profit-driven pursuits clash with a team of dedicated researchers battling massive tornadoes in the American Midwest. His most prominent film role to date is in the superhero film Superman (2025), directed by , where he stars as Clark Kent / , the iconic hero balancing his dual life while confronting powerful adversaries in the . Corenswet will star as John Tuggle in the biographical sports drama Mr. Irrelevant (TBA). He is set to reprise his role as Superman in the sequel Man of Tomorrow (2027).

Television roles

Corenswet began his television career with guest appearances in established series. In 2017, he guest-starred as Houston Spivey on the CBS crime drama Elementary. In 2018, he appeared as Reed, Claire Underwood's former boyfriend featured in a flashback sequence, in a guest role on the Netflix political drama House of Cards (2013–2018). That same year, he guest-starred as Spencer Baymoore, a suspect in a film student's murder investigation, on the CBS crime drama Instinct (2018–2019). Corenswet achieved his breakthrough in television with the Netflix series The Politician (2019–2020), where he portrayed River Barkley, a charismatic and privileged high school student entangled in a web of political ambition and personal rivalries, as a main cast member across both seasons. In 2020, he took the lead role of Jack Castello, an ambitious aspiring actor hustling for success in post-World War II Hollywood, in the limited series Hollywood (2020). Later television work included a main role as David McDougall, a dedicated investigator with the Harford County Narcotics Task Force uncovering police corruption, in the HBO miniseries (2022). In 2024, Corenswet appeared in a supporting capacity as Allan Durst, the complex ex-boyfriend of Maddie Schwartz with ties to the central mystery, in the Apple TV+ limited series (2024).

Theater credits

Corenswet began his acting career as a in professional theater productions in the area. At age nine, he made his stage debut as Bert in the Arden Theatre Company's 2002 production of Arthur Miller's . He followed with roles in the Company's 2003 production of La Vie en Bleu and the People's Light and Theatre Company's 2004 production of The Forgiving Harvest. During his high school years at , Corenswet performed in musicals, including Seymour Krelborn in Little Shop of Horrors in 2011 and Corny Collins in Hairspray at the Upper Darby Summer Stage in 2012. From 2012 to 2016, while studying drama at the , Corenswet appeared in various student productions, taking on ensemble roles in classic plays as part of his training. Corenswet's professional stage career included early regional work such as an unspecified role in the 2005 production of The Street of Useful Things at Act II Playhouse in , and ensemble parts in the 2008 Arden Theatre Company staging of in Old City and the world premiere of Waiting for the Ship from Delos at the American Philosophical Society's Franklin Hall during the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival. In 2013, he played Merryweather in Tom Stoppard's Hapgood at the Williamstown Theatre Festival's Nikos Stage. Following his early stage work, Corenswet's appearances became limited as his career shifted toward film and television. In October 2024, he starred in a one-night-only benefit reading of Philip Barry's Holiday, adapted by Richard Greenberg, at The Gerald W. Lynch Theater in New York City, presented by The Acting Company.
YearProductionVenueRole
2002All My SonsArden Theatre Company, PhiladelphiaBert
2003La Vie en BleuWalnut Street Theatre, PhiladelphiaUnspecified
2004The Forgiving HarvestPeople's Light and Theatre Company, Malvern, PAUnspecified
2005The Street of Useful ThingsAct II Playhouse, Ambler, PAUnspecified
2008Our Town in Old CityArden Theatre Company, PhiladelphiaEnsemble
2008Waiting for the Ship from DelosAmerican Philosophical Society Franklin Hall, PhiladelphiaUnspecified
2011Little Shop of HorrorsThe Shipley School, Bryn Mawr, PASeymour Krelborn
2012HairsprayUpper Darby Summer Stage, PACorny Collins
2013HapgoodWilliamstown Theatre Festival Nikos Stage, MAMerryweather
2016Various classics (Juilliard student productions)Juilliard School, New YorkEnsemble roles
2024Holiday (benefit reading)Gerald W. Lynch Theater, New YorkStarring role

References

  1. https://variety.com/t/david-corenswet/
  2. https://deadline.com/2023/06/superman-legacy-david-corenswet-rachel-brosnahan-cast-1235420180/
  3. https://www.biography.com/actors/a65255194/david-corenswet
  4. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4825178/bio/
  5. https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/superman_2025
  6. https://www.boxofficemojo.com/title/tt5950044/
  7. https://deadline.com/2024/10/david-corenswet-mr-irrelevant-movie-nfl-1236117880/
  8. https://www.columbian.com/news/2025/sep/04/david-corenswet-will-be-back-as-superman-in-man-of-tomorrow/
  9. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4825178/
  10. https://www.heyalma.com/18-things-to-know-about-jewish-actor-david-corenswet/
  11. https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/david-corenswet
  12. https://www.jta.org/2023/08/09/culture/david-corenswet-the-next-superman-has-deep-jewish-roots-in-new-orleans-where-he-was-married-by-a-rabbi
  13. https://www.wwltv.com/article/news/local/superman-david-corenswet-new-orleans-louisiana-museum-of-jewish-heritage/289-3ff625b8-c46d-4e09-8a77-1fff5c0cd46a
  14. https://people.com/meet-new-superman-humble-married-dad-david-corenswet-exclusive-11756322
  15. https://unpacked.media/everything-we-know-about-superman-star-david-corenswets-jewish-identity/
  16. https://people.com/david-corenswet-grandfather-created-choose-your-own-adventure-books-exclusive-11757920
  17. https://www.inquirer.com/arts/theater/david-corenswet-superman-philadelphia-theater-teachers-childhood-20250718.html
  18. https://www.suburbanlifemagazine.com/article/2420/The-Natural
  19. https://www.shipleyschool.org/news-detail---the-shipley-magazine?pk=1643402
  20. https://delco.today/2025/06/david-corenswet-superman-upper-darby-summer-stage/
  21. https://playbill.com/article/video-david-corenswet-aka-the-new-superman-is-a-theatre-kid
  22. https://ew.com/movies/superman-david-corenswet-everything-to-know/
  23. https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/elementary/s05/e19/cast-and-crew
  24. https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/instinct/s01/e12/cast-and-crew
  25. https://ew.com/tv/2019/11/26/breaking-big-the-politician-david-corenswet/
  26. https://collider.com/david-corenswet-hollywood-netflix-miniseries/
  27. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4825178/awards/
  28. https://collider.com/we-own-this-city-david-corenswet-performance/
  29. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/24/style/david-corenswet-politican-ryan-murphy-hollywood.html
  30. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4180556/
  31. https://collider.com/david-corenswet-affairs-of-state-political-thriller/
  32. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18925334/
  33. https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/pearl_2022
  34. https://collider.com/david-corenswet-pearl/
  35. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14298328/
  36. https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/look_both_ways_2022
  37. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14217654/
  38. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2015349/
  39. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/the-greatest-hits-review-lucy-boynton-1235853780/
  40. https://variety.com/2024/film/reviews/the-greatest-hits-review-1235943620/
  41. https://screenrant.com/twisters-david-corenswet-character-villain-jonas-original/
  42. https://variety.com/2023/film/news/superman-legacy-david-corenswet-rachel-brosnahan-clark-kent-lois-lane-1235656106/
  43. https://deadline.com/2025/08/david-corenswet-superman-audition-self-tape-viral-1236496304/
  44. https://www.facebook.com/collider/videos/david-corenswet-on-how-his-juiliard-training-helped-him-in-superman-%25EF%25B8%258F/1241704000790125/
  45. https://www.motionpictures.org/2025/07/work-on-your-shoulders-your-vulnerability-how-david-corenswet-became-superman/
  46. https://deadline.com/2025/07/superman-review-james-gunn-reboot-1236450641/
  47. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5950044/
  48. https://time.com/collections/time100-next-2025/7318865/david-corenswet/
  49. https://variety.com/2025/film/awards/superman-golden-globes-drama-submission-1236570525/
  50. https://cosmicbook.news/warner-bros-superman-golden-globes-oscar-favorite
  51. https://deadline.com/2025/09/dc-studios-superman-movie-man-of-tomorrow-summer-2027-1236505478/
  52. https://english.elpais.com/people/2025-07-09/the-meteoric-rise-of-david-corenswet-the-actor-who-gave-up-his-quiet-life-to-become-superman.html
  53. https://variety.com/2025/film/news/david-corenswet-snyderverse-superman-bright-optimistic-henry-cavill-1236448429/
  54. https://people.com/all-about-julia-best-warner-david-corenswet-wife-11757754
  55. https://www.instyle.com/david-corenswet-wife-julia-best-warner-11763554
  56. https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/a65429228/who-is-julia-best-warner-david-corenswet-wife-facts/
  57. https://globemagazine.com/david-corenswet-and-julia-best-warner-leaving-hollywood-so-their-child-can-have-normal-childhood/
  58. https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/meet-david-corenswet-wife-julia-160000794.html
  59. https://www.jewishexponent.com/david-corenswet-the-next-superman-was-married-by-a-rabbi-and-a-priest-in-new-orleans/
  60. https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-features/david-corenswet-first-jewish-superman-why-matters-james-gunn-dc-comics-1234780413/
  61. https://www.kveller.com/david-corenswet-jewish-actor-first-jewish-superman/
  62. https://ethnicelebs.com/david-corenswet
  63. https://www.timesofisrael.com/david-corenswet-the-next-superman-was-married-by-a-rabbi-and-a-priest-in-new-orleans/
  64. https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/11/opinions/superman-david-corenswet-superhero-jewish-identity-schwartz
  65. https://www.reddit.com/r/DC_Cinematic/comments/15oemd7/david_corenswets_social_media/
  66. https://www.jewishtimes.com/david-corenswet-the-new-superman-is-from-a-jewish-family/
  67. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12584954/
  68. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6710492/
  69. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7525172/
  70. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7971476/
  71. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9827854/
  72. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14192504/
  73. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14022668/
  74. https://www.slashfilm.com/1937525/david-corenswet-musicals-before-superman/
  75. https://www.abouttheartists.com/artists/278718-david-corenswet
  76. https://www.wtfestival.org/main-events/hapgood/
  77. https://theactingcompany.org/holiday
Add your contribution
Related Hubs
User Avatar
No comments yet.