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KIRK ALYN: 1948-1950
The very first actor to sport the enduring Superman emblem in a live-action film was Kirk Alyn in 1948’s Superman.
He additionally returned to play the DC Comics character for a second time within the 1950 sequel Atom Man vs. Superman.
Kirk, who died in March 1999, starred reverse the late Noel Neill, who performed the primary ever Lois Lane on-screen.
![Iconic: The first actor to sport the iconic red cape was Kirk Alyn in 1948's movie Superman. He also returned to the role for a second time in the 1950 sequel Atom Man vs. Superman](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Iconic: The primary actor to sport the enduring crimson cape was Kirk Alyn in 1948’s film Superman. He additionally returned to the function for a second time within the 1950 sequel Atom Man vs. Superman
As is widespread for stars linked to the Superman universe, Kirk additionally made a cameo look years later – enjoying Lois Lane’s father alongside Noel as her mom in 1978’s Superman, starring Christopher Reeve.
Kirk was employed by Columbia Photos as a result of he resembled Clark Kent however later blamed his success because the character and his superhero alter-ego for ruining his appearing profession.
Nevertheless, he benefited from a wave of nostalgia for the franchise within the Nineteen Seventies, which noticed him grace comedian guide conventions to satisfy keen followers.
In keeping with experiences, he stated in 1972: ‘Enjoying Superman ruined my appearing profession and I have been bitter for a few years about the entire thing. However now, it is lastly beginning to repay.’
![Blame: Kirk was hired by Columbia Pictures because he resembled Clark Kent but later blamed his success as the character and his superhero alter-ego for ruining his acting career](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250775_612_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Blame: Kirk was employed by Columbia Photos as a result of he resembled Clark Kent however later blamed his success because the character and his superhero alter-ego for ruining his appearing profession
GEORGE REEVES: 1951 -1958
George Reeves then took over because the Son of Krypton in 1951’s impartial movie Superman and the Mole Males.
He reprised his function for the primary Superman TV sequence, Adventures of Superman, which premiered in 1952 and ran for six sequence till 1958, producing a complete of 104 episodes.
In addition to his Superman function, he was a talented newbie boxer and musician and beforehand starred as an actor in 1939’s Gone With The Wind and So Proudly We Hail! in 1943.
However his warfare service then interrupted his profession after he was drafted in early 1943 and was assigned to the US Military Air Forces, earlier than being transferred to Military Air Forces’ First Movement Image Unit, the place he made coaching movies.
![Star: George Reeves took over as the Son of Krypton in 1951's film Superman and the Mole Men and reprised his role for the first Superman TV series, titled Adventures of Superman](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250775_931_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Star: George Reeves took over because the Son of Krypton in 1951’s movie Superman and the Mole Males and reprised his function for the primary Superman TV sequence, titled Adventures of Superman
It was after his wartime service that he discovered success on TV within the Adventures of Superman, the place he starred alongside Noel Neill as Lois Lane, earlier than she was changed by Phyllis Coates within the first season.
In June 1959, George as discovered lifeless in his bed room from a single gunshot wound to the pinnacle, with the police concluding his demise was suicide.
CHRISTOPHER REEVE: 1978-1987
Subsequent to put on the enduring crimson cape was Christopher Reeve, who took on the function in Richard Donner’s iconic 1978 film, titled Superman: The Film.
He arguably turned the best-known and most-loved model of the well-known superhero throughout his string of iconic film appearances because the character from 1978 till 1987.
![Beloved: Next to wear the iconic cape was Christopher Reeve, who took on the role in Richard Donner's iconic 1978 movie, titled Superman: The Movie](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250776_110_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Beloved: Subsequent to put on the enduring cape was Christopher Reeve, who took on the function in Richard Donner’s iconic 1978 film, titled Superman: The Film
Christopher reprised his function in 1980’s Superman 2, 1983’s Superman 3, and 1987’s Superman 4: The Quest for Peace and have become the face related to the enduring franchise for a few years.
Nevertheless, Christopher was tragically paralysed from the neck down after a driving accident in 1995 after which stepped away from appearing, turning into a campaigner for the disabled.
He arrange the Christopher Reeve Basis and raised greater than £25million for analysis and £5million in grants to sufferers, whereas he additionally labored arduous interesting for analysis into spinal accidents.
By 2000, he had regained some motion and sensation in his physique and will really feel when his spouse Dana or his kids – William, Alexandra and Matthew – embraced him.
![Fan favourite: He arguably became the best-known and most-loved version of the famous superhero during his string of iconic movie appearances as the character from 1978 until 1987](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250777_726_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Fan favorite: He arguably turned the best-known and most-loved model of the well-known superhero throughout his string of iconic film appearances because the character from 1978 till 1987
He welcomed his two eldest kids, William and Alexandra, throughout his ten-year relationship with Gae Exton earlier than they cut up in 1987. He shared his youngest son William together with his spouse Dana, who died from most cancers in March 2006.
Christopher survived ten years of close to whole immobility after his accident however died of problems in October 2004, shortly after his 52nd birthday.
JOHN NEWTON: 1988
John Haymes Newton landed his first ever on-screen function as Superboy, which ran for 4 sequence and 26 episodes from 1988 till 1991.
Nevertheless, American actor John solely appeared as Clark Kent within the present’s first season earlier than he was changed by Gerard Christopher.
It was reported producers weren’t pleased with John’s efficiency because the youthful model of the beloved superhero and determined to recast him after he tried to barter his wage.
![TV show: John Haymes Newton landed his first on-screen role as Superboy in the show's first season before he was replaced by Gerard Christopher as producers were not impressed](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250777_946_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
TV present: John Haymes Newton landed his first on-screen function as Superboy within the present’s first season earlier than he was changed by Gerard Christopher as producers weren’t impressed
His substitute Gerard later additionally served as a producer and author on the present and auditioned for Superman in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman after Superboy’s cancellation.
Though he was chosen by the casting director, when producers found he had performed a model of the character earlier than, he was dismissed.
DEAN CAIN: 1993-1997
So it was Dean Cain who ended up taking over the function of Superman in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.
He performed the function of Clark Kent and his alter-ego Superman alongside Teri Hatcher, who performed Lois Lane, within the present, which ran from 1993 till 1997.
A lot to the annoyance of longtime followers, the present was cancelled earlier than one unresolved plot thread may very well be tied up.
![Superhero: Dean Cain then ended up taking on the role of Superman in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250777_704_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Superhero: Dean Cain then ended up taking over the function of Superman in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Dean, now 56, rejoined the DC universe between 2015 and 2017 on Supergirl, the place he performed Kara Danvers/Supergirl’s father Jeremiah Danvers.
Dean has beforehand stated he seems again on his time as Superman with ‘extraordinarily fond reminiscences’ and believes it was an incredible begin to his profession.
He stated: ‘Once I get related to the character now, I am nonetheless pleased as a clam as a result of what would you wish to be referred to as, in case you had been ever going to be referred to as the identical character for all times, I believe Superman just about takes the cake.’
In 2018, Dean took a slight profession change as he turned a reserve officer and was sworn in within the US state of Idaho.
![Emblem: He played the role of Clark Kent and his alter-ego Superman alongside Teri Hatcher, who played Lois Lane, in the show, which ran from 1993 until 1997](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250778_815_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Emblem: He performed the function of Clark Kent and his alter-ego Superman alongside Teri Hatcher, who performed Lois Lane, within the present, which ran from 1993 till 1997
TOM WELLING: 2001-2011
Tom Welling spent ten years enjoying a teenage Clark Kent on Smallville, which ran for ten sequence and 217 episodes from 2001 till 2011.
The actor, now 45, starred alongside the likes of Allison Mack as Chloe Sullivan, Kristin Kreuk as Lana Lang and Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor on Smallville.
Nevertheless, Tom by no means received to placed on Superman’s iconic go well with throughout his lengthy stint enjoying a younger Clark looking for his place on the planet together with his superpowers.
Again in 2017, he advised Leisure Weekly that he strongly supported the present’s ‘no tights, no flights’ mantra.
![Younger version: Tom Welling spent ten years playing a teenage Clark Kent on Smallville, which ran for ten series and 217 episodes from 2001 until 2011](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250778_512_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Youthful model: Tom Welling spent ten years enjoying a teenage Clark Kent on Smallville, which ran for ten sequence and 217 episodes from 2001 till 2011
‘It was one thing that we mentioned earlier than we ever shot the pilot with [creators] Al [Gough] and Miles [Millar],’ he stated.
‘We actually had a sit down the place we talked in regards to the present and I requested in regards to the go well with and the tights and the flying, they usually stated, ‘No, completely not,’ a part of the reason is is that present is about a youngster attempting to determine who he’s.’
The one time Tom was seen within the crimson, blue and yellow was within the sequence finale, when he ripped open his shirt to disclose the Home of El image on his chest.
Tom additionally revealed he turned down an opportunity to play Superman as soon as once more in Supergirl, however he did return to the function for a cameo scene in Arrowverse’s crossover Disaster on Infinite Earths.
![Hit show: The actor, now 45, starred alongside the likes of Kristin Kreuk and Michael Rosenbaum in Smallville, which saw a young Clark trying to find his place in the world](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250779_821_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Hit present: The actor, now 45, starred alongside the likes of Kristin Kreuk and Michael Rosenbaum in Smallville, which noticed a younger Clark looking for his place on the planet
BRANDON ROUTH : 2006
Brandon Routh was subsequent to slide on the enduring crimson and blue go well with in 2006’s Superman Returns, which noticed him achieve worldwide fame and turn out to be a family identify.
The star, now 43, starred alongside Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane for the Superman revival, solely showing because the Son of Krypton for one film instalment.
Nevertheless, Brandon briefly returned to his function in Arrowverse’s sixth crossover sequence Disaster on Infinite Earths.
![New face: Brandon Routh was next to slip on the iconic red and blue suit in 2006's Superman Returns, which saw him gain international fame and become a household name](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250780_470_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
New face: Brandon Routh was subsequent to slide on the enduring crimson and blue go well with in 2006’s Superman Returns, which noticed him achieve worldwide fame and turn out to be a family identify
Again in 2006, Brandon admitted he was conscious of the ‘legacy’ of each Superman as a complete and fan favorite Christopher Reeves earlier than he took on the function.
He stated: ‘I used to be conscious of the good legacy, not solely of Superman, but in addition of Christopher Reeve. He is the one which made me love Superman, watching him carry out.
‘I did my finest to at all times keep in mind that there was this nice respect that wanted to be paid but in addition not fear about whether or not I used to be going to be ok, as that might have gotten in the way in which of my efficiency.
![Shot to fame: The star, now 43, starred alongside Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane for the Superman revival, only appearing as the Son of Krypton for one movie instalment](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250780_273_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Shot to fame: The star, now 43, starred alongside Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane for the Superman revival, solely showing because the Son of Krypton for one film instalment
‘It’s a must to attempt to think about what it is wish to be probably the most highly effective individual on earth and there isn’t any room for concern in that.’
In 2016, Jude Regulation revealed that he turned down the possibility to star because the titular character, making approach for Brandon in Superman Returns.
He defined: ‘I simply felt like… it simply did not appear to suit. And I used to be at all times fearful in regards to the outfit it and I, I simply did not fancy it. And this director was very eager to satisfy and impress it upon me.’
TYLER HOECHLIN: 2016 – PRESENT
Tyler Hoechlin then placed on the esteemed cape and made his small display screen debut as Superman again in 2016 on The CW’s Supergirl, who’s Superman’s cousin.
The Teen Wolf star went on to look because the superhero in episodes of Arrow, The Flash, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow and Batwoman.
![Ongoing role: Tyler Hoechlin put on the esteemed cape and made his small screen debut as Superman back in 2016 on The CW's Supergirl, before starring in his Superman & Lois series](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250781_589_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Ongoing function: Tyler Hoechlin placed on the esteemed cape and made his small display screen debut as Superman again in 2016 on The CW’s Supergirl, earlier than starring in his Superman & Lois sequence
The CW then lastly gave the inexperienced gentle to his Superman & Lois sequence, which got here to screens in February 2021.
He stars alongside Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane.
![On-screen family: He stars alongside Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane, with Jordan Elsass and Alexander Garfin playing their on-screen sons Jonathan and Jordan Kent](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250781_385_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
On-screen household: He stars alongside Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane, with Jordan Elsass and Alexander Garfin enjoying their on-screen sons Jonathan and Jordan Kent
Saying his departure, a Warner Bros spokesperson stated in August: ‘Jordan Elsass has notified the Studio that he is not going to be returning to Superman & Lois for season 3 on account of private causes. The function of Jonathan Kent will likely be recast.’
Earlier than starring as Superman, Tyler starred as Tom Hanks’ son within the 2002 movie Street to Perdition, Martin Brewer in seventh Heaven and Derek Hale in Teen Wolf.
HENRY CAVILL: 2013-2022
Henry Cavill made his foray into the Superman universe in 2013’s Man of Metal and proved standard with longtime followers of the franchise.
The actor, 40, returned to the function as soon as once more in 2016’s Batman v Superman: Daybreak of Justice and the much-maligned 2017 Justice League.
![Big break: Henry Cavill made his foray into the Superman universe in 2013's Man of Steel and proved popular with longtime fans of the franchise](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250782_121_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Large break: Henry Cavill made his foray into the Superman universe in 2013’s Man of Metal and proved standard with longtime followers of the franchise
Henry made one other look in HBO Max’s Zack Snyder’s Justice League, which debuted on the streaming service in 2021, and most lately made a cameo on the finish of Warner Bros. Black Adam.
He began his appearing profession at 18 with small roles in Vendetta (2001) and The Rely of Monte Cristo (2002) that result in larger roles in Crimson Driving Hood (2006), Stardust (2007) and the TV sequence The Tudors, together with Immortals (2011) and The Chilly Night time of Day (2012).
Nevertheless, Henry introduced in December that he wouldn’t be returning to the function of Superman, regardless of confirming he could be again simply weeks earlier in October.
![Return: The actor returned to the role once again in 2016's Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice alongside Ben Affleck and Gal Gadot, and the much-maligned 2017 Justice League](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250782_851_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
Return: The actor returned to the function as soon as once more in 2016’s Batman v Superman: Daybreak of Justice alongside Ben Affleck and Gal Gadot, and the much-maligned 2017 Justice League
‘I’ve simply had a gathering with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it is unhappy information, everybody. I’ll, in any case, not be returning as Superman,’ he revealed.
‘After being advised by the studio to announce my return again in October, previous to their rent, this information is not the simplest, however that is life,’ he added.
‘The altering of the guard is one thing that occurs. I respect that. James and Peter have a universe to construct,’ he added.
‘I want them and all concerned with the brand new universe one of the best of luck, and happiest of fortunes,’ he added.
‘Every part he stands for nonetheless exists, and the examples he units for us are nonetheless there! My flip to put on the cape has handed, however what Superman stands for by no means will. It has been a enjoyable experience with you all, onwards and upwards!’ he concluded.
The information that he isn’t returning as Superman marks the second main function he has misplaced this 12 months, after it was introduced in October he wouldn’t return for Season 4 of Netflix’s The Witcher, with Liam Hemsworth taking on the function.
DAVID CORENSWET: 2025-?
![New guard: Look Both Ways actor David Corenswet will replace booted Henry Cavill in the new Superman film, Superman: Legacy](https://englishheadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1719250783_315_Superman-Returns-David-Corenswet-seen-on-set-in-iconic-suit.jpg)
New guard: Look Each Methods actor David Corenswet will substitute booted Henry Cavill within the new Superman movie, Superman: Legacy
Look Each Methods actor David Corenswet will substitute booted Henry Cavill within the new Superman movie, Superman: Legacy.
The actor, 29, who has by no means taken on a number one function in a significant studio manufacturing earlier than, will painting Clark Kent within the rebooted movie sequence alongside Rachel Brosnahan, 32, as Lois Lane, changing Amy Adams, experiences Deadline.
Corenswet performed Jake alongside Lili Reinhart in 2022 Netflix movie Look Each Methods and has beforehand additionally starred in Hollywood, The Politician, and A24 movie, Pearl.
Superman: Legacy will likely be launched on July 11, 2025 and is described as about Superman balancing his Kryptonian heritage together with his human upbringing.
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