New Superman flies onto the big screen. July 9, 2025. David Corenswet is the latest actor to don the blue and red suit of classic

James Gunn has showcased his unique approach and mindset in virtually every aspect of the movie industry. His comments during press appearances ahead of the release of Superman, paired with what members of the cast say about him,

Hi, I'm Rachel. I'm Nick. I'm David. And I'm James. And together, we are... We are... Superman's people.

Superman star David Corenswet has been praised by director James Gunn for not taking his yelled instructions “personally” on the set of the comic book reboot. Known for his work on Guardians of the Galaxy and The Suicide Squad, Gunn is believed to have auctioned 400 actors for the film’s titular role.

Speaking with GQ, Corenswet says he was very committed to trying to make James Gunn’s vision for Superman come true. To that end, it seems the actor was constantly asking questions in order to better understand what Gunn was doing. However, it would sometimes drive the director crazy. Corenswet said…

to take a lie detector test. while the other will ask the questions. And then you'll switch. This is Stephanie, our polygraph operator. Who wants to be in the hot seat first? I don't want to get it out of the way, I'm too nervous. I don't like this. Great. I've never been calmer in my life.

James Gunn’s “Superman” — starring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel — surprised even the most worn-out critics with its “charm.”

Who does Superman call when he's in trouble? His dog Krypto, of course! The four-legged friend steals the show in the new DC Studios blockbuster, out July 11, and stars David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan,

David Corenswet takes flight as the Man of Steel in the director James Gunn's "Superman."