Many actors have taken on the role of Superman over the years, but the latest to do so isDavid Corenswet. TheTwistersandPearlstar plays Clark Kent inSuperman, the recent film written and directed byJames Gunn, but one of the more recent actors to also portray the Man of Steel isJack Quaid. Also known for his role as Hughie inThe Boys, Quaid voices the character in the Max animated series,My Adventures with Superman, which has aired two full seasons. Quaid recently took to his personal Threads account to share his first reaction after watchingSuperman, and not only did hepraise the film, but he alsolauded Corenswet’s performanceas the titular character, saying that “humanity shines through” him in every frame. You can read his full comment below.

“I absolutely loved SUPERMAN! Can’t think of the last time a movie gave me so much hope. They did the big blue boy scout proud. I laughed. I cried. People in the audience cheered! A CHEER?! In 2025?! Incredible!

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@davidcorenswet, you are Superman. Period. You created a Supes who’s humanity shines through in every frame. It’s so incredible to watch you fly.

Sincerely,

Animated Superman.”

Supermanhas received widespread acclaim since its release in theaters, earning a “Certified Fresh” 83% from critics and a “Verified Hot” 92% from audiences onRotten Tomatoes. The film is the first in what fans hope will be the beginning of a new DC universe, which is already beginning to take shape.Supergirlhas already set for release next year on July 28, 2025, andMilly Alcock’s Kara Zor-El, who will lead the 2026 film, even makes a small cameo inSuperman. Gunn also personally released thefirst official poster forSupergirllast week. Fans also have other DC projects, such asLanternsandClayface, to look forward to. The former is a Max series starringAaron PierreandKyle Chandler, and the latter is a horror film written byMike Flanaganand directed byJames Watkins.

Who Else Stars in ‘Superman’?

Rachel Brosnahan, an Emmy winner for her work inThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, stars as Lois Lane inSuperman, along withNicholas Houltin the role of Lex Luthor, the feature villain.Guardians of the GalaxyveteransBradley Cooper,Pom Klementieff, andMichael Rookeralso star in the film as Jor-El and Superman robots, and fans can also see bothNathan FillionandIsabela Mercedas Guy Gardner and Hawkgirl. Filling out the final member of the Justice Gang is Mr. Terrific, played byEdi Gathegi.Wendell Pierce,Mikaela Hoover, andSkyler Gisondoalso play Perry White, Cat Grant, and Jimmy Olsen.

Supermanis now playing in theaters everywhere. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of the film, and find tickets below for a showtime near you.

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