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The Evolution Of Superman Through Film

Many actors have put their own spin on the role over the years.
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Editor, HuffPost Video

The tale of Superman has gone through quite a few iterations since the superhero first graced the pages of Action Comics in 1938. Before catching the latest film version of the man of steel in "Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice," which hits the big screen this week, take a look back at the character's evolution through the ages in the video above.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: (L-R) Amy Adams, Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot and Henry Cavill attend the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/WireImage) (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 20: Actress Christina Wren attends the 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' New York Premiere at Radio City Music Hall on March 20, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/WireImage) (credit:Jamie McCarthy via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Jesse Eisenberg attends the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Fred Duval/FilmMagic) (credit:Fred Duval via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Amy Adams attends the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/WireImage) (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 20: Actress Christina Wren attends the 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' New York Premiere at Radio City Music Hall on March 20, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images) (credit:Dimitrios Kambouris via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Gal Gadot arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: (L-R) Deborah Snyder, Zack Synder, Charles Roven, Hans Zimmer, Gal Gadot, Holly Hunter, Amy Adams, Jesse Eisenberg, Henry Cavill and Ben Affleck attend the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/WireImage) (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Gal Gadot arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images) (credit:Jeff Spicer via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: (L-R) Amy Adams, Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot; Henry Cavill, Holly Hunter and Jesse Eisenberg attend the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/WireImage) (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Ben Affleck arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Amy Adams arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Jason Momoa arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Henry Cavill attends the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Anthony Harvey/Getty Images) (credit:Anthony Harvey via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Jesse Eisenberg arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images) (credit:Mark Cuthbert via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Henry Cavill arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images) (credit:Jeff Spicer via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Ezra Miller arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage) (credit:Mike Marsland via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: (EDITORS NOTE: Image has been converted to black and white.) Henry Cavill (L) and Ben Affleck attend the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Dave J Hogan/Dave J Hogan/Getty Images) (credit:Dave J Hogan via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Olivia Inge attends the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/WireImage) (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Louisa Lytton arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage) (credit:Mike Marsland via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Andy Serkis arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage) (credit:Mike Marsland via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Amy Adams arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage) (credit:Mike Marsland via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Ray Fisher arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: (L-R) Amy Adams, Ben Affleck and Gal Gadot attend the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/WireImage) (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Andy Serkis arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Gal Gadot arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Holly Hunter arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Sarah Harding arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Ashley James arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Darius Campbell arrives for the European Premiere of 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' at Odeon Leicester Square on March 22, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage) (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
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