New Superman Eye Analysis 2026
The Truth about New Superman's Lazy Eye: Does He Have Strabismus?
Following the release of the "Icon" TV spot for James Gunn's Superman (2025), fans fixated on a close-up flying shot where David Corenswet appeared to have misaligned eyes.
Online Diagnosis for New Superman
Disclaimer: This is not a substitute to a real medical diagnosis. This is only based on the pictures and videos available online.
Short summary:
| New Superman Eyes Analyzed | |
|---|---|
| Likely Condition | None (Likely due to wide-angle lens) |
| Affected Eye | None |
| Visibility | Situational |
| Cause | Wide-angle lens & practical stunt rig |
What caused New Superman's eye condition?
In the 'Icon' teaser trailer, a split-second shot shows Superman flying directly at the camera. Due to the use of a wide-angle lens placed extremely close to the actor's face while he was physically spinning in a stunt rig, his eyes briefly drifted apart (a physiological response called nystagmus). The shot instantly went viral as fans argued whether he had a lazy eye or if the VFX were unfinished.
How does New Superman feel about his eyes?
David Corenswet (the actor of the new superman) stayed silent. But director James Gunn quickly addressed the controversy on social media. He debunked the 'Bad CGI' theories. Gunn clarified: "There is absolutely zero CG in his face." He explained that the 'wonky' look was purely the result of lens distortion (wide-angle close-up) and the actor's natural reaction to spinning, not a digital error.
Can it be fixed in photos?
If the concern is only in a specific photo, our Lazyeyefix AI Photo Editor can gently realign eye positions for a natural look.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The look in the trailer was caused by a wide-angle camera lens distorting his face and the physical effects of spinning in a stunt rig.
No. Director James Gunn confirmed there was "zero CG" on Corenswet's face in that shot; it was a practical effect captured in-camera.
The actor was spinning rapidly in a flight harness, causing 'nystagmus' (involuntary eye movement to maintain balance), which the close-up camera captured.
- Does the new Superman (David Corenswet) have a lazy eye?
- No. The look in the trailer was caused by a wide-angle camera lens distorting his face and the physical effects of spinning in a stunt rig.
- Was the weird face in the 'Icon' trailer bad CGI?
- No. Director James Gunn confirmed there was "zero CG" on Corenswet's face in that shot; it was a practical effect captured in-camera.
- Why did his eyes look different directions?
- The actor was spinning rapidly in a flight harness, causing 'nystagmus' (involuntary eye movement to maintain balance), which the close-up camera captured.
