Philly Native Tapped As New Superman

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia's star in Hollywood has been rising for some time.

From big stars hailing from the region, to film and TV productions being set and shot in the region, Philly is getting more and more screen time.

And now, a Philadelphia native will be the new Man of Steel.

Actor David Corenswet has been cast as Clark Kent/Superman in the 2025 film "Superman: Legacy," according to Deadline.

Corenswet, 29, was born and raised in Philadelphia.

He is a graduate of the Shipley School in Bryn Mawr and attended the University of Pennsylvania before earning his Bachelor of Fine Arts at Julliard.

According to the Internet Movie Database, the upcoming superhero movie "follows Superman as he reconciles his heritage with his human upbringing. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way in a world that views kindness as old-fashioned."

In 2019, Corenswet told Entertainment Weekly that he "would love to see the next [Superman] be very bright and optimistic" after Henry Cavill portrayed a darker, grittier iteration of the beloved superhero.

Corenswet has appeared in shows such as "House of Cards," "The Politician," and "Hollywood."

His film career includes "Pearl," Look Both Ways," and "Affairs of State."

He has also starred in a number of Philadelphia-area stage productions.

Joining him in "Superman: Legacy" is Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.

Brosnahan also appeared in "House of Cards" and stars as the titular Miriam Maisel in the Amazon series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."