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David Corenswet Debuts at London Premiere of James Gunn’s Superman Reboot

Buoyed by encouragement from former Supermen, Corenswet steps into James Gunn’s kindness-driven reboot ahead of its global release next week.

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Cast members David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult pose at a photo call for the film Superman in Culver City, California, U.S., June 28, 2025. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo
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Overview

  • At the July 2 London premiere, Corenswet said donning the red cape for the first time gave him a major confidence boost after exchanging letters of support with Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin.
  • James Gunn’s reboot emphasizes kindness and earnestness within a comic-book spectacle featuring giant monsters, flying dogs, robots and space battles.
  • Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult star as Lois Lane and Lex Luthor, with both actors praising the fresh chemistry and depth Gunn brings to their characters.
  • Superman launches DC Studios’ Chapter One: Gods and Monsters, marking a new start for Warner Bros.’ unified cinematic universe after the previous DCEU’s mixed reception.
  • London’s Leicester Square fan event capped off final promotional efforts before the film begins its global rollout on July 9 and opens in U.S. theaters on July 11.