Brandon Routh audition 'Superman Returns' Behind The Scenes

[@allypezz]

I feel this guy had a lot of warmth to his voice. Definitely a good choice.

[@mandymanilow65]

A gem and so humble synger a shame to hell whlt him damm

[@Bigjacksauce]

Horrible actor, bad choice

[@ellydirndl1511]

@@Bigjacksauce AHAHAHAHAHAHHAHA

[@BatMan-uw5vw]

@@Bigjacksauce as bad as your mom

[@mandymanilow65]

he doing so.perfect and so humble.the another zero.

[@diandiaz9026]

His voice and even when he’s joking around, he still looks like Christopher Reeve, Clark Kent situation, and he has his voice as close as you can get

[@JosephMetts]

He looks nothing like Christopher Reeve

[@LiLgPnoy15]

You need therapy. Chritopher Reeve is the best.

[@newsreader4321]

Nah! He looks like an attractive hipster

[@Lana2k6]

Little did anyone suspect that 15 years after this audition, Brandon Routh would be getting a rare second chance to play Superman again.

[@Tech305MIAMI]

And he's still awesome as Superman 💯

[@private679r.i.c.o4]

I loved Superman returns. Wish it got a sequel

[@Tech305MIAMI]

@jim Moore if you say that his version of Superman on Superman returns was just "OK" then perhaps you don't know much about Superman... Brandon was pretty much paying homage to Christopher reeves when he played Superman in that movie, he couldn't have played it any better .. the writers of that movie messed up, not him🤷🏿‍♂️

[@Kiiieeechiii]

His kingdom come suit was my favorite

[@megatronsroyalemissary382]

Awesome.

[@phoenixthehedgehogelitetas1667]

_I've met Brandon Routh. He's very much similar to how he portrays Ray Palmer in the Arrowverse shows. Very boyscoutish, and really friendly._

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

:O Lucky!

[@jimgray3346]

_were you born in Europe? You seem Spanish, or Italician, maybe?_

[@idrinkmilk282]

Is arrow worth watching? I loved smallville but g arrow isn't really a character i know. So I'm unsure as to whether the character will carry me through a show that's just OK. Whereas, superman is so strong a character, id watch literal dogshit if he was standing in the middle of it

[@YugiFFVII]

@@idrinkmilk282Smallville and Arrow or both two different shows and universe.

[@brandonguindon7455]

You can't deny Brandon had a striking resemblance to Christopher Reeve.....something about those facial expressions and mannerisms were almost like a reflection of Reeve at times. For what it was he really did an incredible portrayal of Christopher Reeves version and for the most part the movie performed well

[@levondarratt787]

well yes, that is why they picked him.

[@privateconfidential4775]

He looked like a teenage surfer dude

[@brandonguindon7455]

@@privateconfidential4775 He looked like a version of Christopher Reeve

[@DAVEofSTEEL]

​@@brandonguindon7455 Brandon's Clark Kent was spot on IMHO

[@brandonguindon7455]

@@DAVEofSTEEL He just had that same Christopher Reeves look that can't be denied! Very similar facial expressions. I can't be the only one who recognized that! The filmmakers must of noticed it for a reason!

[@sandeepsutar777]

Man.....his hair,eyes,smile,hight,body language... He just born to play SUPERMAN ....

[@lalamalelang4983]

Yes

[@agentjobz2823]

His voice too better than Henry hi honestly

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

@Life Hoes On He shares an apartment with Sam J. Jones.....

[@EC-vn8jv]

I like Superman Returns... Especially the aeroplane rescue scene 🎉🎉🎉

[@robertcarr4172]

agreed. he was a great superman

[@mr.milanos3090]

HE IS SO HANDSOME! That's all I can say!

[@duhsasjekirom555]

Brandon was perfect for the role! Deserved a trilogy.

[@snakeplissken9540]

The writers strike and a terrible script kept him from that.

[@carlosgrey37]

Perfect?😂😂

[@Goldaction0]

No he wasn’t

[@plazmamassbroz9413]

agreed

[@Goldaction0]

@@plazmamassbroz9413 l don’t

[@billyjack4131]

Fun fact: Brandon also auditioned for the role of Clark on Smallville but was passed up for Tom Welling. Brandon is also two years younger than Welling.

[@exmrsnowwomanscorned8369]

Wow really? Interesting!

[@xenoaltrax485]

Fun fact 2: Henry Cavil auditioned for "Superman Returns" but was passed over for Brandon Routh.

[@karmaautomotive7531]

Yes! Tom Welling! Another great Superman !

[@DAVEofSTEEL]

​@@karmaautomotive7531 Yes,and another fun fact, Brandon Routhe was casted only cause Tom welling had complications due to filming season 6 of Smallville,Tom welling would of done a Great job as Supes,but sadly we will never know

[@manehriimao2079]

​@@DAVEofSTEEL It doesn't matter if he was casted or not cause Bryan Singer would have screwed him just like he did to Brandon.

[@neilcardenas888]

Brandon is perfect for superman his size , contexture face and hair are just like superman should be in real life

[@ordemeprogresso727]

Okay! That sounds very interested to hear.

[@zachariahh4471]

Perfect hair , perfect height at 6'3

[@levondarratt787]

YEs he looks like a Christopher REeve Clone - so that is how Supe's looks like.

[@carlosgrey37]

Nope, cavill the Best

[@privateconfidential4775]

Free speech: He seems like a kind attractive man but he doesn’t look like Superman at all! he looks like a goth surfer guy. More of a Nightwing or keanu reeves in his younger day

[@randaljbatty]

Brandon got shafted. I feel sorry for the guy. His only crime was that he looked too much like Christopher Reeve.

[@ethanray2021]

You seen the Crisis?

[@rdd2643]

There both good, but for different roles of Superman. Brandon is good as Kingdom Come Superman. However, I could not see him in Justice league

[@cosmicknight4665]

Thor Odinson isn’t he supposed to look like Reeve?

[@dillbert4084]

It wasn't his fault that Singer made such an uninteresting movie

[@Knackersjewels]

He wouldn't have gotten the job if he didn't

[@rafsolo]

Brandon puts on glasses Everyone: I've never seen this man in my life

[@jmdartist]

Say what you will about the finished product, but Routh definitely nailed the Reeve-factor for his incarnation of Clark in "Superman Returns". Too bad his turn in the cape has been so underrated. We need some of that purity of purpose and indomitable nobility back in the cinematic character of Superman again.

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

The dark, emo, brooding Superman isn't who we need. We need the symbol of hope Superman.

[@audraelynnegrimmelhaussen8808]

❤❤❤ Nailed it

[@mukherjee22]

Well, I’m happy to announce we have some good news! ❤❤

[@dannyrodrigues6152]

Brandon Routh was born to play this part. He was brilliant. I actually enjoyed Superman Returns 😎👍

[@zanetruesdale8336]

His Clark Kent was awesome and his Superman was pretty good too!

[@Intenxsify]

Zane Truesdale Yugioh GX profile pic? I just took a guess

[@ricksjordan2863]

he looks so close to christopher, thats why i love him as superman

[@musicaccount6482]

One of the most underrated actors of Hollywood. What a gentleman he is!!

[@paulinerose2623]

The only Superman who is stuck in my head. Sorry Henry Cavill, the first time Brandon Routh appeared as a Superman it didnt leave on my mind. He is just so mesmerizing.

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

Maybe it cuz that baby smooth looking face he has.

[@captlanc]

@@MatthewMurdockLawyer It's because of his eyes. They are fierce and kind at the same time. And his stature. Superman is supposed to be pretty unforgettable. Henry Cavil is just a handsome dude. Not Superman.

[@-maxgomez.1134]

🖤

[@fizzafaisal9883]

soooo true mannn

[@sassyd8738]

In dat order still aint left

[@HunterMagunter]

He sounds so much like Christopher Reeve that it's chilling

[@LoveandSoul7]

0:21 that pure smile right there. it's like his inner child is absolutely thrilled and happy and proud to become his favorite superhero. Brandon is a gem!!

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

I've had the idea that he could replace Zachary Qinto as Spock if they make another Trek movie & Mr. Qinto wanted to move on from Kelvin Universe Trek.

[@Chrisverine]

Because he’s 27 years old there

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

@@Chrisverine I still think that he'd make a reasonably good Spock if they wanted to take a crack at another Kelvin - timeline Trek movie & Mr. Qinto decided that he was done with the role.

[@Chrisverine]

@@DanielAppleton-lr9eq who’s spock?

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

@@Chrisverine Mr. Spock - from the original Star Trek series, 6 movies based on the series, then the JJ Abrams Star Trek trilogy. I think that Brandon Routh would make a good Vulcan IF there was a 4th ST movie.

[@PLAYER-je8xy]

the charisma in this men is amazing

[@rickironblast]

Perfect successor. Wish he got more credit than he did, he was brilliant.

[@rogitarogirogi]

Goose bumps with the transformation!!! BRING HIM BACK!!!!!

[@Lewislam72]

He is the most suitable one to be superman,,,

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

Yeah, D.C. can be dumb sometimes. They made a big mistake. Plus I think everyone loves superman theme better than man of steal theme

[@_birdie]

Pug Life yeah they definitely make big mistakes. like not using their tv actors to play their movie counterparts. (ie having ezra levant play The Flash instead of grant gustin 🤦🏻‍♀️). i really don’t get them sometimes.

[@InjusticeJosh]

Pug Life Well not me. I find Man of Steel to have a beautiful epic soundtrack made by Hans Zimmer himself. It’s a different take on Superman and I’d argue it’s an even better version. Man of Steel is the one that REALLY made me love the character when previous movies and shows didn’t.

[@oceanegele3559]

After Reeves he was the only other Superman actor that really captivated me with his kindness and intensity. ❤️ Tom Welling was good too but for Smallville.

[@mikewalters]

Dude looks more like Superman than the actual freakin Superman!

[@brandonmumek1282]

If I had to choose between Brandon or Henry, I'd choose Brandon. Edit: Been 3 years since I posted this. After watching Snyder's whole Supes trilogy, I'm sort of conflicted on who to choose to bring back. Let's just say both are great in their own way and call it a day.

[@imsshubi5851]

Me too..

[@Mr.Jx.]

Meh, Henry Cavill forever

[@camilaperez7646]

Same, eventho i feel like Henry is like a ‘cooler’ version. I mean Brandon plays Clark way better and is so much more mysterious then Henry

[@arthuratienza4315]

me too, I like Brandon being SUPERMAN

[@v-trigger6137]

After Christopher Reeve, Brandon was the only one who was able to capture that mysterious cool character of Clark/Supes. sure people can prefer Henry Cavil (for sexiness reasons) but Brandon will always be better when it comes to portraying this character. I wish he gotten another chance to portray this character, in the big screen. he had the potential but it got messed up by the shitty script

[@ronartinian9142]

I thought Brandon Routh made a fabulous Superman and even liked the story line, especially since it left so much possibility open for his young son. So disappointed this was panned by people and critics.

[@syaisa698]

I still think he is the best person to portray Superman visually ..he has the physique n the look of boyish innocence n gentleman as a hero at the same time

[@MissOliviaChu]

Agree

[@donmorton4597]

Brandon Routh is a fantastic Superman.

[@theharbinger00]

Missed opportunity at the sequel for this! Brandon routh was excellent

[@mjoe1111211]

It still makes me sad that Brandon Routh could make it so big in SUPERMAN RETURNS but poor film making not only killed the movie but also his career. Dude is the closest looking to christoper Reeves and Reeves is the best supes ever!

[@dennis2966]

Well, to be fair, it only delayed his career. Thanks to "Arrow" and "Legends of Tomorrow", I'd say his career is doing pretty good. And justifiably so too.

[@bigzeezy1733]

He's back as Superman now in the arrowverse crossover

[@_birdie]

Dennis and don’t forget Chuck!

[@bibianaguadalupeislasherre9880]

@@dennis2966 And he reprised his Superman role in "Crisis On Infinite Earths."

[@isaacvargas3156]

*reeve not reeves

[@sibellakingston52]

Christopher Reeve will always be Superman - and Brandon Routh plays him perfectly.....

[@cybeilley3243]

He is so handsome!!!! MY SUPERMAN!❤

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

No! Mine!

[@29kalel]

Brandon looks like Christopher reeve

[@ericblade20]

Yes he does 4real👍

[@celebritybroshorts4117]

Yes u r correct

[@drakocarrion]

... Which is the only reason he got the part.

[@alfrede.neuman8611]

Lets completely skip the fact that he's 6'2", with a picturesque build and carries all of the mannerisms of the character. Otherwise, really....how great of an actor does one have to be to play on on screen superhero? Especially with the trash films that DC puts out? I mean....c'mon, you really don't think DC could have found anyone better than Ben Affleck to play Batman?

[@drakocarrion]

Routh doesn't look like Superman. He looks like Reeve. & He played Reeve playing Superman.DC hasn't made a decent movie since Nolan quit Batman

[@davidbannerbanner914]

When he turned around in the suit fiuck he's like reeve

[@EK_Beast]

david banner banner Right! I literally get goosebumps everytime, they should have put him in more grey suits with that hair style

[@EK_Beast]

3:11 can we talk about his turn! And how he literally is Superman?!!!

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

If superman was real, we all know Brandon would be him.

[@EK_Beast]

Pug Life yeah

[@gabriella8581]

I always liked his superman better than Henry, for the simple fact that he's acting it was so much more believable, especially when it came to his scenes with Lois .

[@SushiFanatic]

@brandonrouth1526 You are the best Superman after Reeves.

[@gawain6645]

I don't get why people don't like superman returns

[@estibalizmanilow]

me either,,,,when brandon done ir so perfect to my eyes he looks mucho to chris...whit all my respect,,and brandon too.....perfect as superman and clark,,,,,,and more sensitive than never........he looks so sweet and caring to my eyes,,,,,,of course that could be more great,,,,,,but isnt brando blame,,,,,if notr synger and his scirpts,,,,,,,,but in any case so moving and touching filme,,,,adore it and brandon,,,,,,,,,and in sure that chris and danne too,,,,in heaven ,,,,,,the rest of fims fo me just a shameless,,,,,,,,come bakc brandon ,,,,,

[@gloriajaramillo5808]

Brandon Rout también es un hombre muy guapo ❤️

[@teresaandrade9503]

@@gloriajaramillo5808 si y con mucho talento y alma lo esencial para ser un superman diglno de suceder chris y los haters por mi se pueden perder y se queden con el nulo sangre de horchata dl cavill x favor vaya eso si qcfue una total falta de respeto e insulto a chris y nunca entenderé como sus hijos no tuvieron ni una sola palabra amable hacia el oh si y m estoy perdiendo algo. ..nunca lo entendí. ..ni entendere....yval p m dl cavill su hijo matt si tuvo palabras para ese inútil. ..venga va chicos abrid los ojos y vi sonar x si no returns l mas emotivo y gran tributo a su padre nada más y nada q m quedo con routh l resto d fallos oara nada dl bueno d brandon sino dl director y guionistas pero no deja d ser emotiva

[@binlei23]

Let Brandon wear the christopher reeve version of the costume and we’ll see about that.i think he’ll make a good superman.

[@Celestialnighthawk]

People will say just the movie for me it was 3 reasons 3:that ridiculous suit 2:that ridiculous theme 1: -Henry cavill

[@freaker126]

damn. he sure does remind me of christopher reeves. i don't understand why people don't like him in it.

[@Raflyzio]

freaker126 I like him but I don't like the director of the movie, Brandon need another Superman movie, he was great

[@s.c.paulson6797]

He was great. It's the rest of the movie (esp. Kevin Spacey) that is horrible.

[@_birdie]

i think people had more issues with the actual movie itself rather than Brandon’s performance as superman. but as for the people who don’t like brandon himself, i agree it’s very odd. but to be honest i actually prefer him as Ray Palmer. so sweet and awkward yet heroic. he’s just a riot! it might sound odd but personally i am not really upset that Superman didn’t work out for him. i think Ray palmer was his true calling ☺️

[@preacherofthecross]

Brandon to me embodies everything i loved about my Childhood Superman memories. He is the perfect Superman. No offense Henry.

[@ianmorrisonmovienutcase5713]

I think Keri Russell would've been a better Lois Lane than Kate Bosworth.

[@dillbert4084]

Yeah. Just clicked this because I saw Keri in the thumbnail. Didn't know she was up for the part.

[@nicholascostelloe884]

I personally don't think Kate Bosworth was terrible in the role, it's just that at the time she was 23 years old and far too young to play the part. Keri Russell would've suited it better.

[@nenabunena]

Yeah bosworth was a very bad choice

[@rodolfotsang4327]

Why

[@eduardopazhurtado3882]

Yeah. They gave her hair a kinda of reddish tone to her hair, kinda like the Lois of the late 80’s and 90’s of the comic books had. And she just looked perfect. Bosworth was annoying as Lois, you never cared for her

[@rhymeandreasoning]

I like this movie. And Brandon did a great job.

[@lalamalelang4983]

Yes he is.

[@xelawash]

I’ve been a fan of superman actors since George Reeves who portrayed Superman in the TV series from the 1960’s and I have to say..Brandon Routh’s rendition is the absolute best I’ve ever seen. Superman Returns is by far my favorite superman story.

[@mubarakmubarak38]

One of the most handsome super man ever💋

[@Kal-El584]

Brandon Routh the best Superman after Christopher Reeve

[@Isaacfeearrow]

Ok I'm here after the Crisis On Infinite Earths crossover part 3 and man it's so good to see Brandon Routh back, like look at him in this video!! He's so god damn young and in the crossover he's a mature 40 year old dude ughhhh so goooooood. I can't wait for the rest of the crossover in January! HYPE!!!!

[@rafarga1980]

The way he talks is very reminiscent of Christopher Reeve's Clark Kent 👍 Wow! Keri Russell was supposed to be Lois Lane.

[@paul1780]

Why couldn't we gave had her. She's my Felicity but she could've been our Lois too.

[@jo-franzbautista8619]

He's a good Superman and Clark Kent. Bad script ruined it.

[@yeongvinsheng7639]

Jo-Franz Bautista so does Henry Cavill's

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

Script was pretty nice, just to much lex scenes and I wish they didn't have the kid superman

[@jo-franzbautista8619]

@@yeongvinsheng7639 Yep he's good as well. But Brandon looks more like the Comic Superman and the height makes him a much better superman than Henry. Don't get me wrong, I love Henry's portrayal as the Man of Steel as well.. ❤❤❤

[@chunkemonke398]

I like how the same thing was said for a lot of other underrated actors

[@rosemarrie2391]

@@jo-franzbautista8619 Yeah i do get your point and stating the fact that Brandon is very accurately similar to Superman Comic looks and you’re not wrong with that. Henry is also good at acting as well, to me he looks like Superman Injustice..

[@efrenpangilinan3927]

Brandon routh felt more like superman then henry cavill

[@Uragirimono_]

for real

[@Bigjacksauce]

That's rediculess

[@obaoba1934]

@@Bigjacksauce stfu kid Henry cavill is ain't shit he look like a regular guy wearing a superman suit he don't have that superman personality specially his face it's doesn't even look like superman

[@rubberjohnny7575]

BS

[@astickman8299]

ppl who never heard the word 'comic' will disagree with u

[@trasava1314]

if cavil quit..Brandon you should replace him

[@TheSuperk25]

He did it first. He was supposed to do 3 more supermans but it didn't' pan out (bix office) so they looked for another actor.

[@clawedmist6893]

No

[@sebastianmolina5606]

Routh would actually be taking he’s character back

[@yourbestfriend194]

Just because you say it? MORON LOL.

[@rosemarrie2391]

I mean Henry didn’t accept another role of Superman. And if they ever do want, Brandon to play the role again. I think he’ll just turn it down too.

[@Chussles]

Still wished he’d had another shot. Looks more like Superman than anyone who has ever played him.

[@lovely9507]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@deepakkumar-vx8qr]

he is better looking than others

[@teresa-alicescullion7569]

I would love to see Brandon return as I much preferred his Superman returns to the recent franchise and I have no idea why people keep mentioning the script as this film was actually well received by critics and audiences alike , much more authentic , sweet , charming and enjoyable compared to the newest souless films . I'd definitely watch Brandon and Kate if they brought it back 😉

[@วินนี่ทาวิน]

I like superman version Brandon Routh .

[@ronineditor9920]

3:08 -- When he smiled, the eye wrinkles are shockingly identical to Reeve. That's where he looks just like him the most, I think.

[@raulbarnett7092]

I met Brandon Routh last year, during a Comic-Con, Great Guy also the first Superman Actor, that I met.

[@samanthamaria5729]

henry cavil superman : kinda rude, emotionally unstable, too dark. brandon routh superman : kind, a lil awkward, romantic, RIGHTEOUSSSSS!!!!!!! Omg i love him so much and i don't care what anyone say it might not have the best CGI but damnnnnnn the chemistry and scenarios ripped my heart 💔

[@GrandMoffTarkin]

Kinda rude? Huh?

[@walter1977ww]

Henry Superman.. EMo : always sad - mad abd grumpy hahaha

[@GrandMoffTarkin]

Walter walter you would be too if the media labelled you as an alien who’s intentions are bad despite your best efforts to prove to the world that you’re here to do good. Superman in the DCEU is a realistic interpretation, he has to overcome obstacles before he becomes the Superman we all know and love. It’s called character development.

[@kevinskywalker5539]

@@GrandMoffTarkin , THANK YOU, Grand Moff Tarkin gets it.👏👏👏👏

[@rosemarrie2391]

Henry and Brandon are both good actors and to me i have no favoristism. Henry seems to be getting into “the character” which is also nice. But Brandons acting hit me diffrently, i just look at him and i see him how he resembles how Superman should be acting in such way.

[@mj.7776]

Mr. Brandon is like superman in comic. So perfect.

[@PoseidantGaming]

So that's how haircut came to be..... (Legends of Tomorrow Reference)

[@latisha3979]

Hello lovely beautiful beautiful lovely girl and lovely lovely girl you beautiful beautiful lovely beautiful girl you beautiful lovely girls you

[@santhoshbonda51]

Lol he looks so different

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

👍

[@patrickb1439]

...i dont think thats what it means

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

@@patrickb1439 they joking.

[@ariesxtrada2197]

Most handsome superman

[@viggolover1]

I know Henry wants to keep playing Superman ( and I do like him ) but pleaaase give Brandon another shot at the role.

[@tualoyola4446]

For me he is a perfect superman next to Christopher, he has the face, the height and the build

[@akshayg3363]

3:12 damn he really took the Reeve look

[@matteusguzman1401]

After i watch Superman Return, Hes Always in My Mind, such a beautiful human Being, i absolutely consider him as One Most Handsome Man in The World,

[@fara.r.8181]

Brandon Routh is my Superman...after Christopher Reeves.

[@rakeshsharmaniyogi3542]

Yes

[@MrBurgundy76]

He had a comforting, warm, and safe presence as Superman that Singer didn’t utilize right.

[@orul8249]

Gosh I remember having a crush on him in like middle school 😂 Lowkey still do 😅🤣

[@mimasrea]

😂 I went to The movies like 7 times just to see him over & over...❤ He was perfect.

[@shanemontgomery1358]

Brandon was a great Superman/Clark Kent! So handsome and really did a great job of being too accessible as a character. Superman is not tormented.

[@temoharri8848]

Brandon was a great Superman and Clark. Wished he did get to make another film as Supes. Though Henry makes a great Supes as well.

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

Yeah he does, but Brandon Routh WAY WAY WAY MUCH better. Cuz he da best. He has a baby smooth looking face. Look in the movie, it perfectly smooth looking 👌

[@isaacvargas3156]

@@MatthewMurdockLawyer i Think him and Henry are on par with eachother

[@rosemarrie2391]

@@isaacvargas3156 well i don’t think so. they hadn’t even met in person to person

[@isaacvargas3156]

@@rosemarrie2391 what I mean is their performances are equally great

[@luizdasilvafilho5325]

Esse cara merecia mais uns 2 filmes como superman

[@Neonmirrorblack]

He was so terribly underrated in the role due to the lukewarm reception the film got overall, but I think he was actually the most well rounded of any of the actors that played Clark/Superman.

[@007psyren]

Since reeves😢wb missed opportunity with brandon i feel if there had been a sequel to returns it wouldnt been better than the first

[@ghostxp5167]

See that face? That hair? and that Smile? That's superman, that Right there! Look at it, LOOOK!!!

[@TheVladMan.]

Batman Begins and Superman Returns should’ve started the DC Cinematic Universe. Warner Brothers made a mistake not combining the two worlds together. Both movies were one year apart from each other. Both movies were fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with fans and critics. Both movies looked and felt like they could’ve been in the same universe. Both movies brought the two most popular superheroes back on the big screen after a long hiatus. Superman Returns referenced Gotham City. Not to mention, it grossed more money at the box office than Batman Begins whose sequels went on to hit the one billion dollar mark. I Am Legend teased a crossover between them for May 2010. The billboard in Times Square had Bale’s Batman logo and Routh’s Superman logo merged together.

[@eduardopazhurtado3882]

No, they shouldn't. Batman Begins was set in a grounded, realistic world, whereas Superman Returns was a throwback to the Christopher Reeve Superman films, even the whole plot was done like it was a movie done in the 80's, and, despite making more money than Batman Begins, Warner knew that people in general didn't like it at all, hence why they didn't move forward with a sequel. That tease in I Am Legend was just a joke on the fact that the crossover movie was never going to happen.

[@isengaja6632]

He is naturally clark kent

[@padredamaso8934]

bring back that man to that fucking role... he's the best fit maaaaaannnnn!!!!

[@MadhurPulekarPictures]

He looks perfect as superman than current Superman cast

[@lalamalelang4983]

He's perfect for this role as Superman. Very perfect and handsome guy too.

[@darkvader7231]

He was brilliant as Superman!!!

[@imyou593]

Unpopular opinion : he's the most handsome superman *for me*

[@melinamorello4965]

same 💜

[@Lola-ui2zf]

Most handsome man i have ever seen till date except Kim Taehyung

[@rosemarrie2391]

Yeah he is

[@julioorantes2391]

3:08, she fell in love with Superman. The hairstylist did an excellent job.

[@rosemarrie2391]

Yeah because who wouldn’t? I won’t deny it he’s handsome

[@timsamanthony]

Brandon Routh is a better Superman/Clark Kent than Henry Cavill, actually he is just the best Superman/Clark Kent

[@RaptorM4]

brandon is a best superman actor

[@wiltont.cfreire5623]

Grande ator totalmente subestimado e que matou dentro de nós a saudade que sentimos de Reeve. Brandon foi perfeito, merecia ter continuado.

[@Danokano]

When he turns to look at the camera after the hair cut. Right out of the comics man. The guy had the Superman look for sure.

[@Sembilan_Benua]

brandon : charming superman henry : action superman

[@AirforceVeteran4peace]

At the Time Brandon Routh was 25 the same age as Christopher Reeves in 78😊

[@peterbenjaminparker8572]

And now... he's Kingdom Come Superman.

[@MatthewMurdockLawyer]

I cool with that, as long as he keeps dat awesome baby smooth looking skin on his face. If u watch the movie, u can see his perfect face, and that isn't make up. His face be Jesus

[@diandiaz9026]

I honestly think he did the best Superman post Christopher Reeve

[@ThatguyNice]

Dude looks exactly like Christopher Reeves. Especially when he smiles.

[@TrenchMan93]

Brandon always looks 20.

[@gabrielnore8349]

Brandon routh is the besttt.....ans i lov superman reternnnn

[@lalamalelang4983]

Hair stylist is perfect for the Superman hair cut and style very perfect . Great job for this guy very handsome.

[@Tech305MIAMI]

Brandon was and still is a really great Superman.. really wish they would make the kingdom come movie with him💯💯💯

[@bridgetarender76767]

I was really in loved with him when I saw this film his was so smooth

[@adamw116]

I tell ya Routh, Cavill and of course Reeve! As a Superman fan all my life its been nice to see three such great charismatic, good natured, intelligent, likeable guys portraying this duel role which embodies strength, virtue and morality. I can't say Routh was a perfect Superman. More so a perfect, traditonal, Clark Kent but he cared about the role and gave it his all. To bad Chris Reeve didn't live to meet these guys. Seeing him return to the role on Crisis on Infinte Earth was also kinda cool.

[@Addyson-l9g]

That fact that I’ve been saying his last name wrong for so long🥲

[@lhenryd]

Brandon Routh was excellent. He’s good as the Atom as well. I would love to have seen him as Ted Kord.

[@genemaverick5705]

BR did a great job playing Superman !!