The potential return of Brandon Routh as Superman is causing quite a buzz in the entertainment world. Arrow’s co-creator, Marc Guggenheim, recently hinted at discussions for a 'sequel series' featuring Kingdom Come's Superman, played by Routh in the Arrowverse's Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover event. Exciting ideas are in the works for this new project, as revealed by Guggenheim himself. This news has fans eager to see Routh don the iconic cape once again.
The timing seems perfect for a Routh-led Superman series on the CW, especially with Tyler Hoechlin's tenure as Superman set to come to an end in Superman & Lois Season 4. CW’s President of Entertainment, Brad Schwartz has indicated that the final season of Superman & Lois may premiere this fall.
Brandon Routh's original portrayal of Superman in Superman Returns was met with mixed reviews. Despite the film's financial success, some fans were left wanting more from the character. However, Routh's reprisal of the Kingdom Come Superman in Batwoman received a more positive reception, showcasing his range as an actor.
Routh's enthusiasm for the role shines through as he expressed interest in continuing to play Superman in the future. The idea of multiple Supermen coexisting is a concept he finds intriguing and believes it could work across various platforms.
For those who want to revisit Routh's take on the Man of Steel, Superman Returns is currently available for streaming. Additionally, there's a behind-the-scenes look at Routh's return as Superman in Crisis on Infinite Earths for those interested in the process of bringing this iconic character to life once again. With the future looking bright for Brandon Routh and Superman, fans have much to anticipate in the world of superhero entertainment.
