Brandon Routh audition 'Superman Returns' Behind The Scenes 

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

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

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

_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._

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

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

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

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

Brandon was perfect for the role! Deserved a trilogy.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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!!

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Dude looks more like Superman than the actual freakin Superman!

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.

He is so handsome!!!! MY SUPERMAN!❤

Brandon Routh the best Superman after Christopher Reeve

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

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!

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 .

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

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

the charisma in this men is amazing

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

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

Brandon Routh is a fantastic Superman.

Brandon looks like Christopher reeve

One of the most handsome super man ever💋

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.

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

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

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

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 💔

My favorite cinematic Superman and my second favorite live action Superman. Met him at the Superman Convention in Metropolis, Illinois and he's just like he is in this video. So glad he returned in Crisis.

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

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

Brandon routh felt more like superman then henry cavill

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

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

I like superman version Brandon Routh .

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

3:12 damn he really took the Reeve look

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

I love the part where Lois Lane catches a glimpse of something out the window of the aircraft in Superman Returns. I find the whole aircraft rescue one of the best Superman scenes ever.

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.

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

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

Absolutely gorgeous!

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.

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

he is better looking than others

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!!!!

if cavil quit..Brandon you should replace him

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 😉

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

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.

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

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

best superman for me... and the MOST HANDSOME 😍😍😍❤ ... my opinion

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

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

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

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

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

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.

The most good looking superman ever😢💕 my childhood crush💙

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

omgosh that smile is contagious :D

for me he’s a perfect picture for both Clark kent’s soft, gentle and sweet looking features and superman’s authoritative strong aura. I love him, he’s my favorite ❤️❤️❤️

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.

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.

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

Bellissimo Brandon Routh ❤❤❤❤❤❤

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

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

This is the best superman of all time I love this Movie and thanks that they released this movie... ❤

Yes you are Superman we all love you ...

brandon : charming superman henry : action superman

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

2020...oh please i really like how he look n his smille.....😍😍😍

BR did a great job playing Superman !!

Why does he have to be so handsome and cute at the same time tf im being gay

uuuuuuugggghhhh still the hottest Superman tbh 😝 I love Brandon Routh

Beautiful Brandon a real Superman

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

He sounds a LOT like Christopher Reeves, imo. 💯 Hymn

Is there any other straight dude here had a crush on Brandon? I'm happily married and a father of three and i don't understand why i think he's so handsome. Maybe i'm just jealous. lol

this guy is so much better than the new actor

Oh My God.... He has face of GOD...

Christopher Reeves will always be my Superman