New video of David Corenswet as Clark Kent proves the actor is leaving no stone unturned for Superman.
The new Superman movie helmed by James Gunn finally took off with a new trailer marking the starting of the DCU era. Starring David Corenswet in the titular role, the upcoming film provides a more hopeful take on the popular character, with the recent teaser trailer impressing most fans who praised it on social media.
David Corenswet’s Superman recently dropped its first trailer (Credits: Warner Bros).
At the same time, marketing for the movie also appears to be in full swing. Following the trailer, a new video featuring Corenswet as Clark Kent dropped on TikTok. While the trailer mainly focused on Superman, the brief video gave fans a look at his alter-ego, with fans loving the goofy and clueless energy Corenswet brought to the role.
New Superman TikTok proves David Corenswet has nailed Clark Kent
On December 19, 2024, fans got their first proper look at James Gunn’s Superman when a teaser trailer for the upcoming film was dropped online. Following the teaser, a new video of David Corenswet as Clark Kent was also released on TikTok.
DC fans love David Corenswet’s Clark Kent persona in Superman (Credit: Warner Bros).
The video showcases a Daily Planet referencing Clark Kent as Superman leading to Corenswet acting clueless. The video seemingly teased what fans can expect from the movie in terms of Superman and his alter ego, which is a welcome change after the Henry Cavill iteration largely ignored this aspect.
David Corenswet as Clark Kent in a new TikTok. pic.twitter.com/TVm8EOf5L2
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) December 19, 2024
Here is what fans are saying about David Corenswet’s clueless and goofy energy as Clark Kent in the new video on X (formerly Twitter).
why did he call him Superman? that dude with the glasses is not superman 😭😭😭
— harv (@harvv) December 19, 2024
Ima be honest this actually works so good cuz I would never suspect a guy with that haircut is Superman.
— Bryce Storbakken (@BryceStorbakken) December 19, 2024
He has the Superman voice for sure
— Skip Sayless🇹🇹🇭🇹♒️🗽 (@travbryanmusic) December 19, 2024
Looks like he’s already blending into his new role. Excited to see how he brings Superman to life! 🔥
— Fury🔥 (@0xFury_) December 19, 2024
Clark looks like a backstreet boy. Who would guess he’s Superman? No one.
— Sir Jean Luc Connery (@JeanLucConnery) December 19, 2024
As the tweets suggest, most fans enjoyed the brief look at the boyish charms Corenswet exudes as Clark Kent.
Furthermore, fans also appreciated how Corenswet was attempting to differentiate between Superman and his alter ego with his posture and difference in voice. Therefore, it is safe to say that as the marketing campaign progresses, viewers will certainly see more of Corenswet juggling the two personas.
David Corenswet had the perfect reasoning for his Superman costume to include trunks
Aside from the debate over the superhero’s dual personas, the character’s iconic red trunks have also been a point of debate over the years, especially during his depiction in film. However, Corenswet’s iteration will include the iconic trunks.
David Corenswet wanted Superman to include the iconic red trunks (Credit: Warner Bros).
During an interview with Gizmodo, director James Gunn revealed that Corenswet came up with the idea of Superman’s costume including the trunks. Gunn explained that Corenswet argued in favor of including the trunks, citing Superman’s alien origins and desire to make people like him. He said:
He wants to be a symbol of hope and positivity. So he dresses like a professional wrestler. He dresses in a way that makes people unafraid of him.
Gunn’s comments make a lot of sense, especially given the more hopeful and positive take on the character.
Furthermore, the creative choice shows Corenswet’s dedication and commitment to bringing a fresh take on the iconic superhero. Therefore, fans can certainly look forward to Corenswet’s take on Clark Kent / Superman, which promises to be refreshing.
Superman is scheduled to be released on July 11, 2025.
