Let's kick off with the old:
Brandon Routh
Was a great Superman which was shamed by the poor story, poor supporting characters but would be great in a new series.
Age = 30
Height = 6'3
Weight = 225 plds
Hair = Black
Eyes = Blue
Has the look and the build for Superman, shown he can act all 3 personalities "Superman", "Kal-El" and "Clark Kent reporter" but was he manly enough? But with recent announcement that Routh won't be used, it looks unlikely.
My Superman rating = 89%
Matt Bomer
Has the look in the face for Superman and has portrayed Superman on Japenese commercials but is he right for the big screen.
Age = 32
Height = 5'9
Weight = 135 plds
Hair = Black
Eyes = Brown
Definately has the look and acting chops to pull off Superman/Clark Kent and is a fan favourite in some circles, but is way too short for Superman being way less then 6 foot so is he right?
My Superman rating = 65%
Henry Cavill
A lot of fans tought him as a replacement Bruce Wayne/Batman while the rest tought him for Superman but which super-hero should he portray.
Age = 26
Height = 5'11
Weight = 155 plds
Hair = Black
Eyes = Black
If portraying a younger Superman just starting out like in the Batman franchise, Cavill would be perfect but is still slightly shorter for Superman but would that matter?
My Superman rating = 78%
Josh Duhamel
Not a fan favourite for Superman but is a realistic possibilty with the limited amount of potentials for this role. Has a successful franchise under his belt/
Age = 37
Height = 6'1
Weight = 160 plds
Hair = Dark Brown
Eyes = Brown
Has the height and could put the muscle on but is he too old and would he look right? He does look like artist Alex Ross version of the character.
My Superman rating = 52%
James Caviezel
Is another fan favourite for a long time but is that starting to show after decades of being the Man of Steel.
Age = 41
Height = 6'0
Weight = 160
Hair = Black
Eyes = Blue
Being over 40, he is the oldest contender in my list for the role of Superman and starting a franchise is that what we need?
My Superman rating = 48%
Bradley Cooper
Not suspected as Superman and is my surprise package and is considered for a Green Lantern role but I could see him as Superman.
Age = 34
Height = 6'1
Weight = 165
Hair = Black
Eyes = Blue
I believe that when the casting is announced for Superman, Cooper will be there or there abouts I am throwing the gauntlet down now as the first one for Cooper :D/
My Superman rating = 81%
Let me know your thoughts and share if you have found a hidden gem that could become the new Superman? Please comment.