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Superman has officially soared to the top of the JustWatch US Streaming Charts, proving that anticipation for DC Studios’ first James Gunn–helmed film is stronger than ever. With the Man of Steel flying back onto our screens, fans are buzzing not only about the story, but also the cast that’s bringing these iconic characters to life.
From indie darlings to blockbuster veterans, the new Superman cast is stacked with talent you’ve almost certainly seen before. Here’s your guide to the stars of Superman, along with where you can stream their most popular past work right now.
David Corenswet (Clark Kent / Superman)
The newest actor to don the cape, David Corenswet, could be the breakout star of the decade. Before Superman, he drew attention in A24’s horror hit Pearl and HBO’s gripping crime drama We Own This City. Fans of past Supermen like Christopher Reeve, Henry Cavill, and Brandon Routh will be eager to see Corenswet’s fresh take on the Man of Tomorrow.
Streaming picks: Pearl (Showtime), We Own This City (Max)
Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane)
Fresh off her award-winning run on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Rachel Brosnahan steps into the role of the world’s most fearless reporter, Lois Lane. Known for her sharp wit and dramatic chops, Brosnahan’s Lane promises to be more than a damsel in distress.
Streaming picks: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Prime Video), House of Cards (Netflix)
Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor)
From Mad Max: Fury Road to Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu, Nicholas Hoult has proved his versatility again and again. Now, he takes on Superman’s greatest foe, Lex Luthor. Expect a cerebral, cunning performance worthy of the legacy left by Gene Hackman and Kevin Spacey.
Streaming picks: Mad Max: Fury Road (Max), The Menu (Hulu), Nosferatu (coming soon)
Edi Gathegi (Michael Holt / Mister Terrific)
Best known to comic book fans as Darwin in X-Men: First Class, Edi Gathegi returns to the superhero fold as Mister Terrific, one of the DCU’s most brilliant minds. He also shines in For All Mankind on Apple TV+.
Streaming picks: X-Men: First Class (Disney+), For All Mankind (Apple TV+)
Anthony Carrigan (Rex Mason / Metamorpho)
The man behind the beloved NoHo Hank in Barry, Anthony Carrigan, has become a standout scene-stealer. Now, he morphs into Metamorpho, a fan-favorite DC hero finally making his cinematic debut.
Streaming picks: Barry (Max), Gotham (HBO Max)
Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner / Green Lantern)
Nerd royalty, Nathan Fillion, is known for Firefly, Castle, and The Rookie. In Superman, he’s rocking a bowl cut as Green Lantern Guy Gardner, marking the Lanterns’ long-awaited DCU comeback.
Streaming picks: Firefly (Hulu), The Rookie (Hulu/ABC), Castle (Hulu)
Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl)
From Dora and the Lost City of Gold to Alien: Romulus, Isabela Merced has quietly built a powerhouse résumé. Fans of HBO’s The Last of Us may also recognize her as Dina. Now she soars as Hawkgirl in Gunn’s DCU.
Streaming picks: Alien: Romulus (Hulu), Dora and the Lost City of Gold (Paramount+)
Frank Grillo (Rick Flag Sr.)
MCU fans will remember Frank Grillo as Crossbones in Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Civil War. Now, he joins DC as Rick Flag Sr., a role with deep ties to Gunn’s The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker.
Streaming picks: Captain America: Civil War (Disney+), Copshop (Peacock)
Maria Gabriela de Faria (Angela Spica / The Engineer)
A veteran of Spanish-language television, Maria Gabriela de Faria enters the DCU as The Engineer, a member of The Authority. Fans of Deadly Class and Animal Control will be thrilled to see her bring this complex character to life.
Streaming picks: Deadly Class (Peacock), Animal Control (Hulu)
Milly Alcock (Kara Zor-El / Supergirl)
Before she was tapped to play Supergirl in Superman and her own spin-off, Milly Alcock rose to fame as Princess Rhaenyra in HBO’s House of the Dragon.
Streaming picks: House of the Dragon (Max), Upright (Hulu)
Sean Gunn (Maxwell Lord)
From Gilmore Girls to Guardians of the Galaxy, Sean Gunn has built one of the most eclectic careers in Hollywood. He now steps into the role of Maxwell Lord, a wealthy manipulator with ties to the Justice League.
Streaming picks: Guardians of the Galaxy Trilogy (Disney+), Gilmore Girls (Netflix)
Where To Watch the Cast of Superman
Want to catch up on the cast’s past work? Use the JustWatch streaming guide to find out exactly where to watch their most popular shows and films across Netflix, Max, Hulu, Prime Video, Disney+, and more.
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