David Corenswet says Henry Cavill, Tyler Hoechlin offered no tips for Superman

David Corenswet shares that Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin offered encouragement but no tips for playing Superman.

David Corenswet has shared that Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin offered him encouragement but no advice when he reached out before taking on the role of Superman in James Gunn’s upcoming film.

Corenswet will be joined by Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer, Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen and Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl.

Speaking to Heart at the London premiere of Superman, Corenswet discussed contacting Cavill, who played the DC character in Man of Steel, and Hoechlin, known for Superman & Lois. Both actors were supportive but chose not to offer guidance on the role.

“Both of them, interestingly, sort of said in their own words, ‘I’m not gonna try and give you any tips,” Corenswet explained. “And I think that’s a very Superman thing. Superman’s not so much for giving advice or dictating how other people should be.”

He added, “They really just conveyed to me an encouragement and a sense of ‘have fun with it’, which I think is Superman’s way of doing it too. They were very encouraging and we had a lovely experience. I’m excited to meet them one day. It’ll be great when we can all get in a room together.”

Following Superman, Gunn has hinted that a Wonder Woman feature film is being written, naming Hit Man starring Adria Arjona as a potential lead for the role.

Superman, directed by James Gunn, is set for release on July 11.