As a movie enthusiast who has witnessed the evolution of Superman across several decades, I must say that the anticipation for James Gunn’s upcoming film is palpable. While some fans are still skeptical about David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, hearing Gunn compare him to Christopher Reeve, the original Hollywood star who played Superman in Richard Donner’s versions of the superhero franchise, has certainly alleviated my concerns.
Fans of Superman are still celebrating following the release of James Gunn’s upcoming movie trailer. Yet, some continue to voice their disapproval about Gunn’s choice of David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman. The trailer may have allayed doubts, but Gunn’s recent comments might provide further reassurance, since it appears that Corenswet’s portrayal evoked a similar feeling to Christopher Reeve, the iconic actor who portrayed Superman in Richard Donner’s Superman films.
Following the reveal of the 2025 Superman reboot’s trailer, several inquiries arose: Why was Superman bleeding? Where is the missing piece from John Williams’ iconic musical theme? Will Krypto, the dog, play a significant part? Yet, according to ComicBook’s article, Gunn chose to focus on how Corenswet resembled Christopher Reeve in his portrayal.
“The thing that connects him so much to Christopher Reeve is, he has a lot of deep training. Like, I’ve never worked in my entire life with such a rigorous actor. He challenged me on a daily basis to really get the most out of his character, get the most out of his story. Everything he does in the movie is utterly true. You don’t ever have a moment, even watching dailies, where you go, ‘David did something that feels stupid, that doesn’t feel real, that feels like he’s faking, and he’s phoning it in,’ never. He’s always completely present.”
In a new turn of events, Corenswet emerged as Gunn’s choice for the role of reprising Superman, following Jacob Elordi’s decision to decline the opportunity. Known for his roles in Ryan Murphy productions like “Hollywood” and “The Politician,” as well as Ti West’s “Pearl,” Corenswet was then picked for the part. As for Lois Lane, both Samara Weaving and Emma Mackey were considered, but eventually, Rachel Brosnahan from “Mrs. Maisel” was selected to embody Superman’s romantic partner.
In the course of the Q&A session, Gunn shared an anecdote about the moment he watched Brosnahan and Corenswet’s audition tapes and privately rejoiced, as he felt he had found his Clark. (In this context, “Clark” likely refers to a character or role that Gunn was particularly eager to cast.)
On an incredible note, I must share a hilarious twist: on our initial casting day, I received self-tapes from none other than Rachel Brosnahan and David! This moment was the crux of my apprehension as I was anxious about finding the perfect Superman. But after that first day, I found myself thinking, “I think I’ve stumbled upon a pretty talented individual.
On July 11, 2025, the highly anticipated film “Superman” is set to hit theaters, marking a new beginning for DC Studios’ flagship character. The old DCEU has been phased out and in its place, the DC Universe (DCU) has emerged under James Gunn’s leadership. While details about future DCU projects are scarce, a “Supergirl” movie is one of them that we know is in the works. However, it’s best not to jump ahead too far in our speculations.
Who Has Been the Best Superman So Far?
Thus far, several actors have donned the cape of the superhero hailing from Planet Krypton. George Reeves in the 1950s, Christopher Reeve in the ’70s and ’80s, Brandon Routh in 2006’s Superman Returns, Tom Welling in Smallville, and Henry Cavill during the DCEU – all of whom have significantly added to the character’s legacy. However, it’s no secret that for many, Christopher Reeve stands out as the finest Superman ever portrayed.
Christopher Reeve, the legendary figure from Hollywood, portrayed Superman until 1987 in the movie “Superman IV: The Quest for Peace”, which unfortunately received harsh criticism from critics. Tragically, in 1995, he suffered an injury during a horse-riding competition and was left paralyzed from the neck down. In 2004, he passed away due to complications arising from an infection. Christopher Reeve will forever be remembered as the actor who leaped into the cosmos with the enchanting melody of John Williams’ timeless score playing in the background, making us believe that even a regular journalist could fly and save the world.
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2024-12-21 05:04