Here's Where You've Seen The Cast Of 'Superman' Before

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Christopher Baggett

Christopher Baggett

JustWatch Editor

It’s a big year for superhero films, but perhaps the most notable is Superman, the first official DC Studios film and the latest by acclaimed writer and director James Gunn. For this version of Superman, the world has already existed for some time, which means fans will also get to see a number of classic DC superheroes and villains operating in or close to the prime of their careers. 

You may have spotted a few familiar faces in the first trailer. Fortunately for you, we’ve got this guide on Superman’s cast, including where you’ve seen them before and where you can watch their most popular movies and TV shows on streaming. 

David Corenswet (Clark Kent/Superman)

The latest to take on the coveted role of DC Comics’ legendary Man of Steel, David Corenswet has an esteemed career in smaller films. Of course, Superman could prove to be a massive breakout role for the character as he plays the latest iteration of the iconic DC Comics superhero, picking up where stars like Christopher Reeve, Henry Cavill, and Brandon Routh left off. Prior to his turn in Superman, fans may recognize Corenswet from his role in the indie horror hit The Punisher star Jon Bernthal. 

Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane)

Over the years, Lois Lane has become one of the most beloved and iconic comic book characters of all time, thanks to her no-nonsense attitude and razor-sharp journalist instincts. Film has notoriously underserved Lane, who was played by a bevy of big-name actors, including Margot Kidder and Amy Adams, but too often fell into the pattern of being a damsel in distress. Rachel Brosnahan is taking a swing at the role now, and with her history in heavy-hitting shows like House of Cards, all eyes are on her take on Lane and how she complements the newest Man of Steel. 

Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor)

Following in the tradition of actors like the late, great Gene Hackman and Jesse Eisenberg, Nicholas Hoult takes on the role of Superman's legendary nemesis, Lex Luthor. Hoult has a long and storied career, has been a quiet fan favorite actor for years, and has demonstrated a chameleon-like ability to lose himself in roles. Early fans likely know him for Juror #2

Edi Gathegi (Michael Holt/Mister Terrific)

Edi Gathegi becomes the second person to portray Mister Terrific/Michael Holt after Echo Kellum played him on The CW’s For All Mankind

Anthony Carrigan (Rex Mason/Metamorpho)

Metamorpho, the Element Man, has long been a fan-favorite character, but he’s never made the leap to the big screen until now. For his debut outing, he’ll be portrayed by one of the most recognizable character actors of our era, Anthony Carrigan. You almost certainly him as the scheming-yet-clueless Noho Hank from Death of a Unicorn

Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner/Green Lantern)

Nathan Fillion might be the most recognizable member of Superman’s cast, though you would be forgiven for not being able to look past his incredibly loud bowl cut. For nerd culture, Fillion’s played some of the greats and is perhaps best known as Captain Mal Reynolds on the sci-fi adventure series Lanterns series. 

Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl)

You’re not seeing things; that is indeed Alien: Romulus

Frank Grillo (Rick Flag Sr.)

For fans of comic book characters, Frank Grillo first made waves appearing as the S.H.I.E.L.D. traitor Brock Rumlow in Peacemaker, coming to blows with the man who killed his son. 

Maria Gabriela de Faria (Angela Spica/The Engineer)

It’s exciting for fans to see The Engineer make their debut on film, as it’s the first character from fan-favorite team The Authority to make the leap to live-action. It’s exciting for Maria Gabriela de Faria, too, who will be playing the role and is expected to reprise it for the live-action The Authority film that DC Studios reportedly has in the works. De Faria has a long career in Spanish-language television, but started appearing in English-language projects such as Animal Control

Milly Alcock (Kara Zor-El/Supergirl)

Though she hasn’t appeared in the trailers yet, Superman will also see the debut of Australian actress Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El/Supergirl ahead of her own film, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, which is currently filming. Alcock reached widespread exposure with her role as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen on HBO’s hit fantasy series Glee star Melissa Benoist for The CW. 

Sean Gunn (Maxwell Lord)

There is perhaps no member of the Superman cast with a more diverse background than Sean Gunn, who will play Justice League financier Maxwell Lord, a role last played by Gilmore Girls

Where To Watch The Cast of 'Superman' in Movies And TV Shows Online 

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  1. Superman

    # 1

    Superman, a journalist in Metropolis, embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent.

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  2. Pearl

    Pearl

    2022

    # 2

    Trapped on her family’s isolated farm, Pearl must tend to her ailing father under the bitter and overbearing watch of her devout mother. Lusting for a glamorous life like she’s seen in the movies, Pearl’s ambitions, temptations, and repressions collide.

  3. We Own This City

    We Own This City

    2022

    # 3

    The story of the rise and fall of the Baltimore Police Department's Gun Trace Task Force — and the corruption and moral collapse that befell an American city in which the policies of drug prohibition and mass arrest were championed at the expense of actual police work.

  4. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

    # 4

    It’s 1958 Manhattan and Miriam “Midge” Maisel has everything she’s ever wanted - the perfect husband, kids, and Upper West Side apartment. But when her life suddenly takes a turn and Midge must start over, she discovers a previously unknown talent - one that will take her all the way from the comedy clubs of Greenwich Village to a spot on Johnny Carson’s couch.

  5. House of Cards

    House of Cards

    2013

    # 5

    Set in present day Washington, D.C., House of Cards is the story of Frank Underwood, a ruthless and cunning politician, and his wife Claire who will stop at nothing to conquer everything. This wicked political drama penetrates the shadowy world of greed, sex and corruption in modern D.C.

  6. Mad Max: Fury Road

    Mad Max: Fury Road

    2015

    # 6

    An apocalyptic story set in the furthest reaches of our planet, in a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, and most everyone is crazed fighting for the necessities of life. Within this world exist two rebels on the run who just might be able to restore order.

  7. Nosferatu

    Nosferatu

    2024

    # 7

    A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake.

  8. Juror #2

    Juror #2

    2024

    # 8

    While serving as a juror in a high profile murder trial, family man Justin Kemp finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma…one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict—or free—the accused killer.

  9. X-Men: First Class

    X-Men: First Class

    2011

    # 9

    Before Charles Xavier and Erik Lensherr took the names Professor X and Magneto, they were two young men discovering their powers for the first time. Before they were arch-enemies, they were closest of friends, working together with other mutants (some familiar, some new), to stop the greatest threat the world has ever known.

  10. For All Mankind

    For All Mankind

    2019

    # 10

    Explore an aspirational world where NASA and the space program remained a priority and a focal point of our hopes and dreams as told through the lives of NASA astronauts, engineers, and their families.

  11. Barry

    Barry

    2018

    # 11

    A listless hitman is enthralled by theatre acting and becomes eager to leave his old life behind in pursuit of a new career.

  12. Gotham

    Gotham

    2014

    # 12

    Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world's greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon's story and his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? What did it take to navigate the multiple layers of corruption that secretly ruled Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world's most iconic villains? And what circumstances created them – the larger-than-life personas who would become Catwoman, The Penguin, The Riddler, Two-Face and The Joker?

  13. Bill & Ted Face the Music

    # 13

    Yet to fulfil their rock and roll destiny, now middle-aged best friends Bill and Ted set out on a new adventure when a visitor from the future warns them that only their song can save life as we know it. Along the way, they are helped by their daughters, a new batch of historical figures and a few music legends — to seek the song that will set their world right and bring harmony to the universe.

  14. Death of a Unicorn

    Death of a Unicorn

    2025

    # 14

    A father and daughter accidentally hit and kill a unicorn while en route to a weekend retreat, where his billionaire boss seeks to exploit the creature’s miraculous curative properties.

  15. Firefly

    Firefly

    2002

    # 15

    Five hundred years in the future, a renegade crew aboard a small spacecraft tries to survive as they travel the unknown parts of the galaxy and evade warring factions as well as authority agents out to get them.

  16. Serenity

    Serenity

    2005

    # 16

    When the renegade crew of Serenity agrees to hide a fugitive on their ship, they find themselves in an action-packed battle between the relentless military might of a totalitarian regime who will destroy anything – or anyone – to get the girl back and the bloodthirsty creatures who roam the uncharted areas of space. But... the greatest danger of all may be on their ship.

  17. Castle

    Castle

    2009

    # 17

    After a serial killer imitates the plots of his novels, successful mystery novelist Richard "Rick" Castle receives permission from the Mayor of New York City to tag along with an NYPD homicide investigation team for research purposes.

  18. The Rookie

    The Rookie

    2018

    # 18

    Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force's oldest rookie, he’s met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.

  19. The Last of Us

    The Last of Us

    2023

    # 19

    Twenty years after modern civilization has been destroyed, Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle Ellie, a 14-year-old girl, out of an oppressive quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal, heartbreaking journey, as they both must traverse the United States and depend on each other for survival.

  20. Dora and the Lost City of Gold

    # 20

    Dora, a girl who has spent most of her life exploring the jungle with her parents, now must navigate her most dangerous adventure yet: high school. Always the explorer, Dora quickly finds herself leading Boots (her best friend, a monkey), Diego, and a rag tag group of teens on an adventure to save her parents and solve the impossible mystery behind a lost Inca civilization.