Superman has been a beloved and iconic character in entertainment for decades, with a long list of actors taking on the role over the years. In a new video titled “Superman Through the Years: Christopher Reeve, Henry Cavill, David Corenswet and More!” from Entertainment Tonight, we get a comprehensive look at the different actors who have portrayed the Man of Steel on both the big and small screen.
The video starts off by highlighting Christopher Reeve’s approach to the character in the 1978 film and its sequels, where he brought a romantic comedy flair to the role of Clark Kent/Kal-El. Dean Cain and Teri Hatcher then discuss their take on Superman in the ’90s series ‘Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman,’ showcasing a more modern and relationship-focused portrayal of the character.
Tom Welling, who played a young Clark Kent in the hit series ‘Smallville,’ shares insight into the origin story of the character and the struggles he faced while still in high school. Brandon Routh, who starred in ‘Superman Returns,’ discusses his connection to George Reeves and the legacy of the character from the ’50s TV series ‘Adventures of Superman.’
Henry Cavill’s interviews for Zack Snyder’s Superman films delve into his intense workout routine for ‘Man of Steel,’ as well as the evolution of his character through ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’ and ‘Justice League.’ Tyler Hoechlin, who took on the role of Superman in the Arrowverse, discusses the out-of-this-world connection his character has with Supergirl.
Lastly, David Corenswet opens up about his excitement in hitting the gym and bulking up to portray Superman in the upcoming DCU movie. With so many talented actors bringing their own unique spin to the character, fans can look forward to seeing Superman continue to soar to new heights on screen.
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Video “Superman Through the Years: Christopher Reeve, Henry Cavill, David Corenswet and More!” was uploaded on 03/24/2025 to Youtube Channel Entertainment Tonight