David Corenswet and Milly Alcock have both signed a pledge refusing to work with any Isr*eli film institution

First Jewish Superman David Corenswet Reportedly Refusing Certain Roles After His DCU Breakthrough

After taking to the skies as the world’s newest Superman in James Gunn’s Superman, coming in 2025, David Corenswet is making headlines with his bold post-DCU career choices. The actor, who made history as the first Jewish Superman to ever don the iconic cape, has reportedly turned down numerous film offers since his rise to superstardom, citing personal principles and a desire to focus on “meaningful, value-driven projects.”

According to sources close to the actor, Corenswet has become increasingly choosy about his post-DCU work, turning down roles he perceives as contradictory to his morals or politics. This reported decision comes in the wake of his signature earlier this year on a highly publicized industry pledge that calls on filmmakers to decline working with production entities linked to human rights violations.

Though some in Hollywood have considered him principled, others have deemed his stance one that could threaten his future. Corenswet doesn’t seem fazed, though-always managing to couple his career with the ideals he has both on and off-screen. “He’s not interested in fame for fame’s sake,” one insider said. “He wants to use his position to stand for something — much like the character he plays.”

Fans online have rallied behind him, calling the 31-year-old actor a “real-life Superman” for taking a stand during a time when few in Hollywood are willing to speak publicly about divisive global issues. His move has also reignited discussions of how modern actors navigate political awareness in an industry that so often demands neutrality.

Staying true to both his word and belief, according to news source BoundingIntoComics, Superman star David Corenswet and Supergirl lead Milly Alcock are now part of the greater majority of actors and actresses who are refusing to work with Israeli film entities, specifically those who are “implicated in genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people”.

Following the massive success of Superman, which earned over $600 million worldwide, Corenswet has reportedly been approached for several high-profile projects-from major studio thrillers to politically charged dramas-but he has declined many. Insiders say he’s instead prioritizing indie films and socially conscious stories that “reflect truth, empathy, and accountability.”

With his performance as Clark Kent already seen as one of the most down-to-earth and emotionally deep renditions of the hero, Corenswet’s choices off-screen have further cemented his persona as a considerate and principled actor. Love him or hate him, one thing is for sure: David Corenswet is determined to define his legacy on his own terms, even if that means saying no to roles most actors would only dream of.