Actors who have played Superman

George Reeves
Remembered now for his mysterious death, Reeves wore the tights on TV in the ’50s.

Christopher Reeve
At 25, he gained 30 pounds to win the starring role in the 1978 blockbuster.

Dean Cain
He was TV’s Superman back in the ’90s, aided and abetted by Teri Hatcher as Lois Lane.

Tom Welling
He’s Clark Kent on WB’s “Smallville.” Fans hoped he’d make the leap to the big screen.