David Corenswet’s Viral 'Superman' Audition Tape Proves Why He Landed the Role
David Corenswet’s viral self-tape shows why James Gunn chose him as Superman, proving he was “the guy to beat” from day one.
David Corenswet’s journey to becoming Superman is getting new attention thanks to a self-tape audition that recently went viral. The clip, now circulating after the film’s digital release, shows Corenswet reading an early draft of the interview scene between Lois Lane (
Rachel Brosnahan) and Superman. What stood out was his ability to shift smoothly between Clark Kent’s mild-mannered persona and Superman’s commanding presence.
Fans have praised the audition online, with one writing, “This dude just oozes that Superman vibe,” while another noted his Juilliard training, saying, “You can always tell who went to Juilliard and who didn’t.”
Director 
James Gunn echoed the sentiment, telling GQ that Corenswet was “the guy to beat” from the very beginning, even though over 400 actors auditioned. Gunn later explained to Entertainment Weekly that his chemistry with Brosnahan sealed the deal. Superman is now available on-demand, alongside behind-the-scenes extras that highlight Corenswet’s casting.