David Corenswet details stifling experience filming in ‘Superman’ suit

David Corenswet revealed the challenges he faced while working in the fitted Superman suit.

The Twisters star takes on the role of the iconic hero, previously played by Henry Cavill.

In conversation with the People Magazine, Corenswet shared the "intense experience" of "squeezing" into tights and trunks to play in the James Gunn’s upcoming super hero film.

"It was quite snug because they had made it to my proportions when I screen-tested where I weighed about 195 pounds, and when I walked in for my first costume fitting, I weighed about a 235, 240 pounds," he explained.

The Pearl actor added, "You hear actors who play superheroes talking about squeezing into the suits. I got kind of claustrophobic in the suit the first time just being constricted in all those places at the same time."

He also noted that the suit had "lots of zippers" but not a "single zipper" for an easy bathroom access. However, when asked if that became a major issue, Corenswet replied, "not at all. I never had an issue with that."

The 31-year-old star went on praise Scott R.Hankins as "most amazing dresser you could ask for," comparing him to a "mob fixer" who always had his back.

Corenswet said that Hankins would keep a check on him, always asking him whether he needs a break from the costume. He also recalled that his dresser would made an excuse for him giving him time to respite out of the costume.

Gunn’s Superman is slated for release on July 11.