Superman's David Corenswet & Rachel Brosnahan Took Home Less Than You Think, Here’s Who Got Paid The Most

Nicholas Hoult tops the Superman pay list with $2M, earning more than David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan. All three may receive box office bonuses.

David Corenswet, who plays the titular superhero, reportedly earned $750,000.

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James Gunn’s Superman film has soared into cinemas with a strong start, and now the spotlight has shifted from box office numbers to behind-the-scenes paychecks. A new report has revealed that Nicholas Hoult, who plays Lex Luthor, is the highest-paid actor in the cast—earning nearly three times more than the stars playing Superman and Lois Lane.

Superman and Lois Earn Less Than the Villain

According to Hollywood insider Matthew Belloni, who shared insights on Puck’s What I’m Hearing, Nicholas Hoult earned $2 million for his role as Lex Luthor—making him the highest-paid actor in the film. Belloni noted, “Nicholas Hoult, who got $2 million to play Lex Luthor, is the highest paid in the Superman cast, per three sources. Makes sense; he’s an established name in film.”

Hoult’s impressive résumé includes major roles in X-Men, Nosferatu, The Menu, and The Great, positioning him as a more seasoned name compared to his co-stars.

David Corenswet, who plays the titular superhero, reportedly earned $750,000. The same amount was paid to Rachel Brosnahan for portraying Lois Lane. Belloni explained the rationale behind the pay scale, stating: “David Corenswet earned just $750,000 to don the blue and red Underoos—about the going rate for unknowns in franchise roles. Rachel Brosnahan, a TV star untested in film, also earned $750,000 as Lois Lane.”

However, both Corenswet and Brosnahan are set to receive bonuses based on the movie’s box office performance.

Superman Gets Positive Reviews 

The film has received an 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 230 critic reviews. Critics praised its blend of superhero action and emotional depth. The plot sees Superman torn between his Kryptonian heritage and human compassion as he intervenes in a fictional conflict—a subtle nod to real-world geopolitics, particularly Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

As Superman soars high in India and around the world, audiences are not only cheering on the action and performances—but now also buzzing over the behind-the-scenes paychecks.