From his early days in the world of comic books to the many movies and television shows of the past several decades, few characters have captured the imagination of the world the way Superman has. Superman means many things to many people of course. To some people Superman is a great hero, fighting crime and injustice wherever he goes. To others Superman is a symbol of all that is great about the country, and it is no wonder the Superman character has enjoyed such a lasting impact.



While the Superman character of course began life as a comic book character, he quickly outgrew that medium and became known around the world not only as a comic book character but as a movie star and TV star as well. In addition there were and continue to be a large number of products featuring the famous Superman character, from lunch boxes and other school supplies to all types of clothing.

Superman has had an enduring appeal ever since the first Superman comic book appeared, but for many people it is the movie version of Superman that is the most famous and the most beloved. Many people around the country and around the world fell in love with Christopher Reeve as Superman, and for many people this character continues to be the quintessential Superman portrayal. There have been of course many other Superman movies throughout the year, and many of those movies are incredibly popular with all kinds of people.

Of course the appeal of Superman is not limited to the big screen. On the small screen world of television Superman is a frequent character, and the TV show Smallville continues to be a staple of TV around the country. The many portrayals of Superman throughout the year, from books and movies to comics and TV shows, have continued to endure this wonderful character to the hearts of young and old alike.

The enormous success of comic books, in conjunction with the great success of the many movies based on those comic books and graphic novels, seem to ensure that Superman and his friends will have a bright future as well as a powerful past. There seems to be something in our character that loves stories about superheroes, and when it comes to superheroes there are none who are as big and as powerful as the Man of Steel. Whether you love the comic books, the movies, the TV shows or all of them, the world of Superman is one of the most intriguing and the most timeless.