HENRY CAVILL
Age: 27
Height: 6'1 ft (185cm)
Notable Credits: The Tudors (2007-2010), Immortals (2011)
Editor Verdict: At 27 and above the magic 6 feet tall marker as well as possessing the look in the face, Cavill has all the perfect credentials to be Superman in the reboot and potential sequels. Give him 6 months in the gym and the perfect Superman.
SCOTT PORTER
Age: 31
Height: 6 ft (182cm)
Notable Credits: Friday Night Lights (2006-2008), Dear John (2010)
Editor Verdict: Another like Cavill that has all the potential, but most fans don't seem to take to Porter as Superman. I believe different, if Nolan wants to stamp his marker on the franchise and chooses Porter, could this be another Heath Ledger?
CHANNING TATUM
Age: 30
Height: 6'1 ft (185cm)
Notable Credits: GI Joe: Rise of the Cobra (2009), Dear John (2010)
Editor Verdict: Tatum is one of the rising stars in Hollywood with a massive female fanbase that would draw in the couple crowd. Most comic book geeks hate the fact of Tatum as Superman but he kind of looks like a young Alex Ross Superman and I have no doubt that he could hold the role.
BRANDON ROUTH
Age: 30
Height: 6'3 ft (189cm)
Notable Credits: Superman Returns (2006), Scott Pilgrim (2010)
Editor Verdict: As the last man to grace the big screen as Superman, he drew a massive fanbase as Superman. Most wouldn't mind Routh as Superman but as this is a reboot, would he be beneficial to taking the role against IF he is given the chance.
JOSH HARTNETT
Age: 32
Height: 6'3 ft (190cm)
Notable Credits:
Editor Verdict: The most prominent name on this list and that is what Nolan goes for in his movies which he likes to give the film credibility. Has been heavily linked in the past and would be a good edition as Superman though in my opinion not the best candidate.
RICK MALAMBRI
Age: 27
Height: 6'2 ft (188cm)
Notable Credits: Step Up 3D (2010), Surrogates (2009)
Editor Verdict: A rising name in Hollywood, he auditioned for the role of Captain America unsuccessfully in Marvel's up and coming feature film. He has the best look in the list, has the perfect height, age to be Superman but can he act and can he hold down the role and potential leader in the Justice League movie.
JAKE GYLLENHAAL
Age: 29
Height: 6 ft (183cm)
Notable Credits: Prince of Persia (2010), Day After Tomorrow (2004)
Editor Verdict: An underdog for the role and after impressing in Prince of Persia and showing that he can hold down and star in a full on action movie, Gyllenhaal has firmly put himself into a position where he could possibly compete.
SAM WORTHINGTON
Age: 34
Height: 5'10 (178cm)
Notable Credits: Clash of the Titans (2010), Terminator: Salvation (2009)
Editor Verdict: Along with Hartnett and Gyllenhaal, a high profile name on this list and with links with Christian Bale and high recommendations from visionary's like James Cameron who knows. However, at 5'10 he is very short for the role of Superman and some serious boot lifts and computer tricks would be needed. Also he doesn't really look like Superman.
RYAN McPARTLIN
Age: 35
Height: 6'3 (190cm)
Notable Credits:
Editor Verdict: One of the hot favourites for the role of Captain America, is that luck and could he be destined for Superman? He has Superman's perfect height and with a bit of hair dye the perfect look also. A strong candidate and my choice for the underdog.
JON HAMM
Age: 39
Height: 6'0 (184cm)
Notable Credits: Mad Men (2007-), Day the Earth Stood Still (2009)
Editor Verdict: The oldest candidate on the list, although his striking resemblence to all of Alex Ross' heroes he isn't my favourite choice at all. He looks nothing like what I envision Superman to be and at 39, is way too old for me. Hopefully he stays away.
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