Lars Eidinger Cast as Brainiac in Man of Tomorrow

David Corenswet is an American actor born on July 8, 1993, in Philadelphia. He comes from a family with a background in entertainment; his father, John Corenswet, was a stage actor, and his maternal grandfather, Edward Packard, invented the *Choose Your Own Adventure* book series. David began his acting career at a young age, performing in local productions, including a role as Bert in *All My Sons* at nine years old[4]. He initially studied psychology at the University of Pennsylvania but later transferred to the Juilliard School, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2016[4]. Corenswet's early career included guest roles in TV shows like *House of Cards*, *Elementary*, and *Instinct*. His breakout roles came with Ryan Murphy's *The Politician* and *Hollywood*, where he played River Barkley and Jack Castello, respectively[1][2]. In 2022, he appeared in *We Own This City* and *Pearl*, and more recently in *Twisters* and *The Greatest Hits* in 2024[1][2]. Perhaps his most significant role to date is as the new Superman in the 2025 film, marking the beginning of the new DC Universe under James Gunn and Peter Safran[1][3]. As of 2025, Corenswet's net worth is estimated to be around $4 million, largely due to his rising profile in the entertainment industry[3]. His casting as Superman was announced in June 2023, and the film was released on July 11, 2025[1][3]. This role marks a significant milestone in his career, as he replaces Henry Cavill in the iconic role[3]. Corenswet's journey from stage acting to leading roles in major films highlights his versatility and growing influence in Hollywood.

James Gunn is an American filmmaker known for his distinctive blend of dark humor, emotional depth, and genre filmmaking, particularly in the superhero and sci-fi domains. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1966, Gunn developed an early interest in storytelling and filmmaking, creating Super 8 films from the age of twelve. He began his career in independent cinema with Troma Entertainment, co-writing the cult film *Tromeo and Juliet* (1996) and later directing the horror-comedy *Slither* (2006), which gained critical acclaim[1][5]. Gunn rose to mainstream prominence as the writer and director of Marvel’s *Guardians of the Galaxy* franchise. The first film (2014) was a major critical and commercial success, grossing over $773 million worldwide and establishing Gunn as a major creative force in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He continued to write and direct its sequels, *Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2* (2017) and *Vol. 3* (2023), with the latest installment earning over $835 million globally, further cementing his reputation[3][6][8]. In 2021, Gunn transitioned to DC Studios, where he serves as Co-Chairman and CEO alongside Peter Safran. At DC, he wrote and directed *The Suicide Squad* (2021), which was notable for revitalizing the franchise with a fresh, irreverent tone. Gunn is also the writer-director of the upcoming *Superman* film, scheduled for release in July 2025, marking a significant step in his leadership of DC’s cinematic universe[3][7][8]. Beyond filmmaking, Gunn has been involved with music, founding the band The Icons in the late 1980s and composing songs for some of his films. His career reflects a unique ability to blend genre conventions with humor and heart, making him a defining figure in contemporary superhero cinema[1].