Despite my initial perception of Superman as a towering hero with a fluttering red cape, further research revealed that he is not as tall as one might think. In fact, compared to other superheroes, he is relatively shorter, and I have evidence to support this claim.
It could be his ability to fly that tricks people into believing that Superman is a larger-than-life figure. Undoubtedly, he must tower over his colleagues at the Daily Planet and blend in as Clark Kent in everyday life. However, when compared to other superheroes, the illusion of his greatness is slightly diminished.
Whether you’re anticipating the next installment of Action Comics or eagerly awaiting Superman: Legacy, take a moment to see just how tall the iconic superhero truly is.
DC Comics: Superman’s Height
In the world of DC Comics, Superman stands at a towering 6’3″ (192 cm) when fully grown. While this may seem incredibly tall to the average person strolling down the sidewalk, a closer look at the comparisons below reveals that it may not be as remarkable as it initially appears.
The confirmation of Superman’s height was first obtained through the 1997 issue of JLA: Secret Files #1 and later in the 1998 Superman: Secret Files one-shot. Therefore, we have official verification of his size.
He’s a big guy—but not the biggest.
Both of these heights pertain to Superman’s Red & Blue energy forms, but you can trace back to as early as 1990’s in the Who’s Who in the DC Universe #1 to see that they align with the height of a more traditional Superman.
Superman isn’t even the Tallest Hero in DC Comics
Despite being the flagship character of DC Comics, Superman is not the tallest character in their universe. In fact, there are a few characters who are taller than him and several who are very close in height.
In recent comic appearances, Batman and Wonder Woman are both listed as 6’2″, or 188 cm, making them only one inch shorter than the Caped Crusader. Meanwhile, Starfire is one inch taller than Superman and Cyborg stands at a full three inches taller than the man from Krypton.
You may refer to their size comparison below.
He definitely doesn’t tower over everyone.
Despite being an alien with extraordinary abilities such as superstrength, flight, and laser eyes, it is noteworthy that he is only 4 centimeters taller than Batman, who lacks any inherent powers and is simply a wealthy individual. However, the towering Cyborg has a considerable advantage over Kent, with a nearly 9cm difference between the two.
It gets worse for Superman in the Marvel universe
Despite not being impressively tall in the DC universe, Hawkeye appears quite average when compared to characters in the Marvel world. Despite being one of the weakest Avengers, relying solely on a bow and arrow to defeat enemies, he still stands at the same height as the man from Metropolis.
Despite not being known for their towering heights, both Deadpool and Star-Lord are only four centimeters shorter than Iron Man and Thor. In comparison, the Hulk’s height ranges from 213cm to 243cm, making him significantly taller than Superman.
Observe the comparison between Superman and his counterparts from Marvel below.
Hulk barely fits in the image.
His Height in Different Movies
The height of Superman on the big screen can vary, ranging from 182 cm to 195 cm depending on the actor chosen to play the role, as seen in the accompanying image.
Despite standing at 195 centimeters, Christopher Reeve was undoubtedly the tallest among his fellow castmates in the 70s and 80s.
Imagine being six feet tall and being the shortest in a group.
David Corenswet, who will portray the hero from Krypton, will join him in 2025. It’s worth mentioning that both actors will actually be taller than the character of Clark Kent in the comics. If I were to pursue a career in film in my 30s, I doubt I would face this particular issue.
Brandon Routh’s height was 188 cm, while George Reeves and Henry Cavill both measured 185 cm. Dean Cain and Tyler Hoechlin, on the other hand, were slightly shorter at a still impressive 182 cm.
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