Breaking Down SUPERMAN'S New Suit (Plus The History Of The Costume)

Breaking Down SUPERMAN'S New Suit (Plus The History Of The Costume)

Last week gave us our first look at the Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice Superman costume. Hit the jump for an in-depth analysis of the newest incarnation as well as a look at the best, worst and most bizarre version from history. And be sure to mention your favourite version in the comments!

Feature Opinion
By MrSundayMovies - Jul 07, 2014 07:07 AM EST
Filed Under: Batman vs. Superman
Source: youtube.com/mrsundaymovies

Zack Snyder's highly anticipated sequel is still a bit under two years away, but luckily we've already got some information and images flowing in.  Check out the embedded video below for a detailed look at the new costume, the suits history and some little known facts about one of the most iconic designs in comic book history. And be sure to subscribe to Mr Sunday's new channel, youtube.com/mrsundaymovies.


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Gamera623
Gamera623 - 7/7/2014, 7:49 AM
"Its the same as Man of Steel excpt for a slight change in the belt."

There all summed up.
OJFoodMachine
OJFoodMachine - 7/7/2014, 7:50 AM
I love your EK-SENTE
TopCat89
TopCat89 - 7/7/2014, 7:52 AM
Hahahaha that yell got me

As for the suit, love it!

Think they downsized the emblem a tad too, but overall best suit yet!
HAILHYDRA
HAILHYDRA - 7/7/2014, 7:53 AM
I'm glad they didn't make a ton of changes from the Man of Steel costume. It would have really contradicted the "it's not a costume, it's what they wear on my planet" explanation of why he's wearing blue tights and a cape. It would've been really dumb if Superman decides he's going to redesign his costume off screen some where.
Mrsinister
Mrsinister - 7/7/2014, 7:56 AM
I love this new suit
BoneSawIsReady
BoneSawIsReady - 7/7/2014, 7:57 AM
He's got the forearms of baseball legend Mark McGwire... insane is the putting it mildly.
Pasto
Pasto - 7/7/2014, 7:59 AM
BOOOOONE SAW IS READYYYYYYY!
HAILHYDRA
HAILHYDRA - 7/7/2014, 8:03 AM
And if they stick with the "it's not a costume, it's what they wear on my planet" explanation it makes sense why empowered people like Barry Allen would want to wear a costume. He's just mimicking Superman even though Superman is just wearing what his people wore.
cipher
cipher - 7/7/2014, 8:05 AM
Just tell me his crotch measurements. Give me that, at least.. I don't think that's too much to ask.
Humperdink
Humperdink - 7/7/2014, 8:08 AM
@Gusto

More than Miley?
SuperCat
SuperCat - 7/7/2014, 8:14 AM
Good stuff. Love the suit too.
cld247
cld247 - 7/7/2014, 8:18 AM
I [frick]ing love the new suit!!!! Amazing!!!
YogaHoser
YogaHoser - 7/7/2014, 8:20 AM
I still prefer this one.
pepe
pepe - 7/7/2014, 8:24 AM
Dat costume
enggarb
enggarb - 7/7/2014, 8:25 AM
i think one of the reason they change it is to increase toys sales. new costume for new action figures, poster, other merchandises.
mmadadamm
mmadadamm - 7/7/2014, 8:25 AM
I would pay good money to watch a superman movie starring nick cage
HAILHYDRA
HAILHYDRA - 7/7/2014, 8:28 AM
@enggarb

Good point. But I think including Batman will boost toy sells more than anything.
LEOSTRATOR
LEOSTRATOR - 7/7/2014, 8:31 AM
Best suit yet.
YogaHoser
YogaHoser - 7/7/2014, 8:31 AM
@mmadadamm #shutupandtakemymoney
YogaHoser
YogaHoser - 7/7/2014, 8:36 AM
Nick Cage v Henry Cavil: Dawn of Receding Hairline
YogaHoser
YogaHoser - 7/7/2014, 8:38 AM
Invictor
Invictor - 7/7/2014, 8:38 AM
This is the number one most recognized symbol on Earth.
Enphlieuwince
Enphlieuwince - 7/7/2014, 8:44 AM
This has got to be the best live action suit thus far. I think they changed the proportion of the shield to help make him look bigger. I believe he did gain more mass for this film but a simple trick like that would amplify the look. And if you think about it, most of these subtle changes almost tell a story that it's the same suit being stretched over his larger frame. IDK but I love it.
naterator
naterator - 7/7/2014, 8:44 AM
The easiest way to explain any changes to his suit on an "every movie basis would be if his DNA modified it to his body according to the experience and maturity he has gained. Much like being promoted in the military. Each change would symbolize him ranking up. Thought a thought.
naterator
naterator - 7/7/2014, 8:46 AM
* just a thought
McGee
McGee - 7/7/2014, 9:01 AM


datNAMEtho
datNAMEtho - 7/7/2014, 9:02 AM
Suit is soooooooooo awesome! Even though the changes are subtle it looks a lot better than the MOS suit! Really hope we'll get a similar photo of Batfleck!!!
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 7/7/2014, 9:05 AM
@Pilkington. I don't think a single small nuke would have stopped Zod and co...
fortycals
fortycals - 7/7/2014, 9:08 AM
I still say if you think about it supes is walking around in kryptonian underwear.
MercwithMouth
MercwithMouth - 7/7/2014, 9:10 AM
Lol, Nic cage would've been the bomb as Supes!
MercwithMouth
MercwithMouth - 7/7/2014, 9:12 AM
And seriously, baseball 'legend' Marc McGwire? Dude took more steroids than Chris Benoit!
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