David Corenswet Soars in New ‘Superman’ Extended Preview
A fresh glimpse of ‘Superman’ has just landed, and it’s I have to say it looks amazing. This extended look at the upcoming DC Studios film, starring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, dropped recently, giving us a solid peek at what’s in store. The movie, set to hit theaters on July 11, 2025, promises a new take on the iconic hero, and this preview has me hooked already.
David Corenswet steps into the big red boots as Clark Kent, also known as Superman, in this reboot directed by James Gunn. If you don’t know Corenswet yet, he’s an American actor who’s been making a name for himself. Born in Philadelphia in 1993, he graduated from Juilliard and kicked off his career with roles in shows like ‘The Politician’ and ‘Hollywood’ on Netflix, both from Ryan Murphy. He also popped up in the HBO series ‘We Own This City’ and films like ‘Pearl’ and ‘Look Both Ways’ in 2022. Now, at 31, he’s taking on one of the biggest roles out there, and from what we’ve seen, he’s ready for it.
This extended preview shows off more than just a quick tease. We get to see Corenswet in action, flying through the skies and tackling trouble in Metropolis. The film isn’t your typical origin story—it dives into Superman’s early days at the Daily Planet while he wrestles with his Kryptonian roots and his life as a human raised in Smallville, Kansas. James Gunn, who’s also writing the script, has said this Superman is about 25 years old, younger than Henry Cavill’s version from ‘Man of Steel’ but older than Tom Welling’s from ‘Smallville’.
The cast around Corenswet is stacked too. Rachel Brosnahan plays Lois Lane, bringing her sharp wit from ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ to the role. Nicholas Hoult takes on Lex Luthor, the classic villain, while Skyler Gisondo steps in as Jimmy Olsen, Superman’s pal at the paper. There’s more—Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern Guy Gardner, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, and Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, just to name a few. This preview gives us a taste of how they all fit together, and it looks like a wild ride.
What’s cool about this sneak peek is how it blends the big superhero moments with a grounded feel. We see Superman in his bright blue suit and red cape, complete with that famous ‘S’ curl on his forehead, but there’s a human side to him too. Gunn’s pushing for a Clark Kent who’s all about truth, justice, and kindness—stuff that feels simple but hits hard in today’s world. The footage even throws in Krypto, Superman’s loyal dog, adding a fun twist that’s got me smiling.
Filming kicked off in early 2024, and the movie’s been shot entirely in IMAX, so it’s going to look massive on the big screen. This isn’t just another Superman flick—it’s the first film in the new DC Universe, kicking off what Gunn and producer Peter Safran call ‘Chapter One: Gods and Monsters’. After wrapping up in July 2024, the team’s been polishing it up, and this extended look proves they’re not messing around.
I can’t help but think about how Corenswet got here. He’s talked about bulking up for the part, going from a skinny kid who couldn’t fill out a shirt to a guy who’s now 240 pounds of muscle. It wasn’t easy—he’s admitted he didn’t love the process—but it paid off. In the preview, he’s got that commanding presence you want from Superman, standing tall at 6’4”, matching Christopher Reeve’s height from the old films.
This extended look has me counting the days until July. It’s not just about the action—though there’s plenty of that—it’s about seeing a Superman who feels real, even with all that power. Corenswet’s bringing something new to the table, and with Gunn steering the ship, I’ve got a good feeling about this one. Mark your calendars, because ‘Superman’ is flying our way soon.