The new Superman movie hits screens on July 11 with David Corenswet playing the Man of Steel.
As we gear up for the next chapter in the Superman saga, let's meet the actors who brought the Man of Steel to the screen.
Kirk Alyn
The 1st Superman recalled being offered the role: 'They said take off your shirt', so I did and flexed my muscles.'
'Then the guy said, "Take off your pants" and I said, "Wait a minute".'
Christopher Reeve
Superman soared to new heights in its big screen revival, thanks to Reeve's unforgettable tights-manship.
Dean Cain
Played Superman's alter ego mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.
Tom Welling
The former construction worker starred in the Superman prequel Smallville, on the superhero's teen 'no tights, no flights' years.
Brandon Routh
Superman Returns featured the Man Of Steel after he reappears on Earth after he went missing for 5 years.
Henry Cavill
The 1st non American to play Superman, the Englishman crossed the pond and suited up in 2013 for Man Of Steel and 3 follow-up films.
Tyler Hoechlin
When Superman & Lois came out in 2021, Tyler Hoechlin was no stranger to donning The Cape. He had already appeared in Supergirl, The Flash, Arrow.