Best known for playing River Barkley in Netflix’s ‘The Politician’, Jack Castello in ‘Hollywood’, and the upcoming Superman in ‘Superman: Legacy’.
Films
- Superman: LegacyClark Kent / Superman2025
- Look Both WaysJake2022
- One of These DaysKyle2020
- Affairs of StateSam2018
- The PublicStudent2018
- The MemoMan2016
TV shows
- HollywoodJack Castello2020
- The PoliticianRiver Barkley2019–2020
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About David Corenswet
David Corenswet is an American actor who rose to prominence with his roles in the Netflix series ‘The Politician’ and ‘Hollywood’. He is also set to portray the iconic superhero Clark Kent/Superman in the DC Universe film ‘Superman: Legacy’. His career began with stage work and small screen appearances before achieving broader recognition in the late 2010s.
FAQs
What was David Corenswet’s breakthrough role?
His breakthrough role was playing River Barkley in the Netflix comedy-drama series ‘The Politician’ (2019–2020).
Which superhero is David Corenswet set to play?
He will portray Clark Kent / Superman in the upcoming DC Universe film ‘Superman: Legacy’, scheduled for release in 2025.
Has David Corenswet won any major acting awards?
As of 2025, he has not won any major acting awards, but his performances in ‘The Politician’ and ‘Hollywood’ have received critical acclaim.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026