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Everyone knows Superman, right? Because if you don't then you've picked a very strange article to sit down to and read. Now, how well do you know Superman? You know he's not human, right? You know that his name isn't Clark Kent, right? And you also know that he has a very strong moral compass as well, right? Well, it's that last one that will make this article the most interesting.

You see if you remove Henry Cavill from the role of Superman and just look at the world through the eyes of Kal-El, you might not enjoy certain things in the same way. For instance, how do you think Kal-El might view the cast members of the DC Cinematic Universe? Both in their everyday lives as well as their film roles? It could be very interesting to dig down into the mind of Superman as he sees what these regular, every day people do with their lives.

So, that's what we're going to do. I want you to sit back and enjoy these 15 photos and think about how Superman might react to seeing these actors going about their lives in the real world (and sometimes in the cinematic world outside of DC). I bet he wouldn't have the same respect for them at all. Nor would he approve of their behaviour...or fashion choices...or friend choices...Superman just wouldn't approve.

Would Someone Please Remove That Moustache? 

For those of you who don't know this, there was a lot of controversy over the mustache that Henry Cavill had to grow for Mission Impossible 6 (or is it 600 now? Hard to keep up these days). At any rate, Paramount Studios would not allow Cavill's mustache to be shaven off when it came time to do some reshoots for the Justice League film. This resulted in some awful CGI work on the part of a very rushed and pissed-off visual effects department with Warner Bros in order to get rid of the bushy worm over Cavill's lip.

Given how warped his upper lip looked in the film, a lot of people took it upon themselves to reinstate the mustache that the visual effects department had removed. And you know what? I'm sure Superman would not approve of this ridiculous photo of him with this fancy mustache...but I have to say that I sort of dig the French look here. If you gave him some cheese and baguettes, and a bottle of wine, I think this could be a great future, Superman. He can protect the people of Paris from president Macron and there could be some great action scenes around the Eiffel Tower.

Gal Gadot Fighting For Miss Universe

Before she was fighting to save her people, and before she was fighting to save the world, Gal Gadot was fighting to become the crowned 2004 Miss Universe! Now...that didn't happen. I mean she really did compete and that really is her in her Miss Israel sash but she didn't actually win. Though, I have to say that, in the long run, she really did win. She may not have been noticed very much back then but it didn't take all that long for her acting career to turn into an incredibly huge success! Now, she's Wonder Woman. How awesome is that? And how awesome is she as Wonder Woman!? I'll answer that second question for you. She's very awesome.

I wouldn't have thought of her if I was casting it in my mind, but I also didn't know she existed until she was cast for the role. Now, why would Superman be upset by Gal Gadot fighting for the Miss Universe crown? Well, it could be for several reasons. He could be upset that she's doing something so superficial when she could be out saving the world as Wonder Woman...or he could be worried that she's hungry for power; trying to get a universal crown. Or maybe he would be on the same line as us and just think that this is one unflattering photo of Gadot pre-DC.

Ben Affleck With The Nanny

Uh oh. This one would really make Superman mad, I bet. I mean, how could it not? For starters, we all know that he already has some issues with Batman to begin with, and this definitely would not help. And it's bad enough when Bruce is acting like a depressed, mopey, womanizing, rich bachelor. Now, in real life, Ben Affleck is rich, was married, and has a family. I'm not sure if he's depressed or mopey and that's not what we care about. The point is, it's one thing to be a womanizing bachelor. Everyone can kind of see through you at that point and make their own call on whether or not they want to walk away from you. But to do what he did to Jennifer Garner? And then end up with the Nanny? Come on Batman. Do better.

And it doesn't help that this photo doesn't feature his wife at all. It's his kids alongside the nanny and no wife to be seen. It doesn't send a good message when everyone already knows that he hasn't exactly been the best husband to begin with. I think Superman might try to straighten Affleck out. And he'd deserve it too.

Jason Momoa Can't Handle Water In His Face?

This is just priceless. I don't know how much Superman would approve or not approve for this one but he sure would not be impressed, that much is certain. Jason Momoa, as I'm sure everyone knows, plays Aquaman in the DC Cinematic Universe. So, Superman might very rightly think this photo is hilarious, or that Aquaman is getting a taste of his own medicine. Maybe he doesn't understand that disconnect between superhero and actor.

Well, one night on Jimmy Fallon's show, Momoa got into a Water War with Fallon. Basically, they just play the card game War and whoever loses gets a glass of water in the face. Well, I don't want to seem too mean but I have to say that Jason Momoa didn't really take the water as well as I thought he might. I mean, he eventually got into it and he was having fun but...he flinched. That must really disappoint Superman. I mean, the one thing that Aquaman has going for himself is his power with water, and he flinches when he gets water in the face? Now, I'll be totally fair here to Jason Momoa. He did eventually win the game (though both men were soaked anyway) but I'm still sure that Superman would not approve of Momoa's reaction to the water.

This Is Your Nemesis Superman?

Alright, I just have to say that while I think Jesse Eisenberg was actually a pretty damn good choice for Lex Luthor (though I didn't think so when I first heard the announcement) it's pretty hilarious to see a photo of him anywhere else and really stop to think that this is Superman's arch nemesis. I mean...that's hilarious! Look at this guy. Does he look like he could do any harm to Superman at all? What's he going to do, throw his cup-o-soup in Superman's face and then attack him with his 90's grunge-plaid shirt and messy long hair?

I realize that this is a shot from another film that Eisenberg did in which he is an agent, but that is really not the point. The point is that Superman would still really not approve of this photo because it really does make his battle with Lex Luthor look pretty trivial. I mean, if this is what Lex Luthor does in his spare time to make a few extra bucks away from fighting Superman...then how can we ever take their rivalry seriously? This photo just makes Superman look either like a big bully or extremely weak. And I don't think either is good.

Ben Affleck Wants To Be Superman...

Haha! I'm sorry. I have never put any sort of laugh like that into an article before but...this photo actually makes me guffaw. It really does make me belly laugh. I already have a hard-enough time taking Ben Affleck seriously as Batman. There is just no way I can take him at all seriously as Superman. Especially when we have someone like Henry Cavill to fill that jumpsuit and cape. Now, there are a few reasons why Superman would certainly not approve of this photo.

First of all...Superman is Superman and Ben Affleck is most certainly not Superman. So, already Affleck is just being an imposter. Secondly, surely Superman knows who Ben Affleck is and just the thought of him getting into a Superman suit must make the real Superman cringe. Aside from all of that, whether or not this is an issue that really concerns Superman, I love that this photo seems to be taken in someone's backyard. Why? Because that means that Ben Affleck was just so excited to get dressed up as Superman and pose against this ridiculous backdrop as if he had just come through the hole in the fence behind him...he really seems like he likes to be Superman...but he can hardly pull off Batman.

the rock and a rock

This is probably one of the best and funniest photos of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson I have ever seen. I mean, there is narcissism and then there is NARCISSISM! And I think The Rock's brand of narcissism is just wonderfully hilarious. Now, to be fair, this is a pretty old photo of The Rock. This was taken long before he was ever going to be cast as Black Adam but there is at least one pretty good reason as to why this photo might not meet with Superman's approval.

Even if Superman realizes that The Rock is just an actor, and isn't really Black Adam, which means that he definitely won't try to destroy the world, this photo still makes The Rock look hilarious. Sure, he's being full of himself but people find him funny and pretty cool. And I'm sure that Superman would not approve of anyone playing a villain being liked. Why would someone want to like the villain? Aside from the fact that the villains are often the cooler characters in the story, it's not like Superman hasn't been the villain before in certain storylines. But overall, he's not going to want people to like Black Adam...and most people are going to.

Jared Leto Takes The Joker Home With Him...

This is something that might terrify Superman more than it would really make him disapprove of the photo. I mean, obviously he's going to disapprove of anything to do with the Joker (even if the Joker isn't one of his personal villains) but I think this photo has more to do with the implications of what playing the Joker means. After all, just think back to what happened to Heath Ledger. He played the Joker and ended up going down a pretty dark path before the end.

Now, Jared Leto has always been a weird kind of guy but I don't think that Superman would approve of the fact that, when Leto leaves the set, he still has trappings of the Joker with him. Sure, his face isn't all made up, he's not scarred or tattooed anymore...but he still has that shocking green hair. I think the last thing Superman wants to think of (besides drinking a kryptonite martini) is another Joker coming into existence simply because of a guy who plays the character in one film. Batman can barely handle one Joker. What the heck is he going to do if he ends up with two!? I can't begin to imagine. Plus, this photo on its own is just not one of Leto's finer moments.

Dean-Charles Chapman Wants The Iron Throne!

For those of you who don't know Dean-Charles Chapman plays the role of the young Flash. He always played the role of Tommen Baratheon in Game of Thrones...at least until this past season. At any rate, it is very interesting to see him out of costume and still sitting the Iron Throne and crowning himself king.

Now, in an interview with IGN, Chapman really gave everyone a candid point of view when it comes to Tommen sitting the Iron Throne. "He's not got it in him, does he? I mean, he would be a good friend. He wasn't meant to be king, was he?" But he also made this statement: "Well, as an actor, I'd rather turn into Joffrey." That is a scary thought right there. Now, those of us who care about Game of Thrones know that Tommen does not, in any way, turn into Joffrey but that doesn't change the fact that Chapman said he'd rather that. And now we see him sitting the Iron Throne while he points out the crown to all those watching? That's terrifying. It may be a whole other universe but going from the Flash to wanting to be King Joffrey is a huge step in the villain direction and Superman would certainly not approve of something so heinous.

Dwayne Johnson Is Superman!

Alright, you know what? I could probably be down with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson playing the role of Superman. I don't care if he's not your typical Kal-El-looking guy. Kal-El is an alien who could have ended up looking like anything so the difference between the historically white guy playing Superman versus a jacked Samoan playing him...I'm totally game to see what that second Superman would be like. Of course, that's just my opinion and has nothing really to do with why Superman would not approve of this photo.

I think the reasons Superman would not approve of this photo are pretty clear. First of all...The Rock is just in better shape. He just is. And this is an older photo of The Rock. He's done nothing but get into better and better shape. Secondly, in addition to taking on the role of Black Adam, it seems like The Rock wants to take over Superman's job and identity and that is something that Kal-El is definitely not going to approve of in any way. When he was punched into space by Doomsday, a ton of imposters crept up...but this is The Rock! He's actually got a good chance of laying the smack down on Superman.

Seth Rogen and snoop dog

Superman would not approve of this shot right here simply because of his moral grounds, I think. Superman isn't often a superhero to really sit back and think of why something is legal or illegal. I think he'd simply look at this moment in time and give Seth Rogan and Snoop a scolding for engaging in what they were doing (which you will have to google to find out). And while Snoop might not matter all that much to Superman and nor would Seth Rogen, the fact that the Blue Beetle is a superhero (albeit a pretty terrible one) would make Superman extra annoyed.

Not only is Rogen not caring about what he is doing, but he is meant to be a hero! And the Blue Beetle is supposed to be fighting crime, not committing crimes! I mean no one here can really be shocked to know that Seth Rogen and Snoop do this. But Superman would not approve.

Russell Crowe In White Face!?

In case you're wondering what Russell Crowe is doing in this article, you hopefully remember that he played Superman's dad Jor-El. It wasn't a huge role but it was important enough for both him and the development of his son. Now, I'm sure Superman doesn't spend a lot of time focusing on social issues. So, it might be a little troubling to him to discover that the man who plays his father in the films is sometimes, unwittingly, a bit socially unaware.

I mean, come on. It's not too often you see a white guy putting on a white face...but when it happens what else are you supposed to think? I guess you could think that it was just a guy who was getting older, trying Instagram for the first time and, after showing off making a pot of perfect ratatouille, then reveals his idea for a new DC character named "Skincare Man". In case you guys didn't know...that's exactly what Russell Crowe did. I don't know why or what he was on when he did it. But I'm very excited to see that awful film when it comes out! I'm sure Superman will be thrilled.

Margot Robbie as tonya

For those of you who remember the mid 90's when Tonya Harding was still skating...well, then you'll know that she's a real-life villain, or was at least painted as one. She got into a bit of a legal mess with her ex-husband who seemingly conspired with her to have Nancy Kerrigan's knee busted so that Tonya could win the competition.

Well, now, Margot Robbie has gone from playing the infamous Harley Quinn to playing a real-life villain in the biopic I, Tonya. I'm not sure why people feel the need to make a film about a person who had someone else's knee smashed into just so she could win a skating competition but I'm not much interested in that business either way. The interesting thing here is that while Superman surely would have hated Robbie giving life to Harley Quinn (crazy as she is), he certainly would not like her playing a real-life villain in the form of Tonya Harding. That just brings a new level of villainy to Margot Robbie. Superman would not approve. Also just look at the photo, the poor girl really doesn't look her best.

Time For The Villains To Party!

Well, this is something you don't see every day. Cara Delevingne is actually smiling! No, seriously though, that is a huge deal. The number of photos I've seen of her almost convinced me that she doesn't know how to smile. But here she is partying it up with Margot Robbie, standing up out of a limo's sunroof, wearing matching tracksuits, having a great old time. I'm shocked. They must have had a few drinks to loosen up. Almost without a doubt.

What Superman might not approve of is the fact that in this limo, partying it up in matching sportswear are two of the greatest DC villains to have appeared in the DC movies. Imagine what damage The Enchantress and Harley Quinn could do together if they really felt like teaming up! There would be a lot of casualties. Maybe these two are just actors...but you never really know, do you? So, it might be better to play it safe and I think that gives Superman the right to remove his approval of this photo...much as I love it.

Cara Delevingne being kind of strange

This must terrify Superman. Now, to be fair here, Superman doesn't really have much, if anything, to do with the Suicide Squad or with the Enchantress but I'm sure he wouldn't want the influence of the Enchantress to continue working through the world. What if it ended up that she came to Metropolis!? What then!? Well, I don't know about you guys but it looks to me like Cara Delevingne is still under the influence of the Enchantress here. That or there might actually just be something wrong with her in general...either way, she should get checked out, I'd say. Just for safety's sake.

I mean, if it's not the Enchantress, then it's probably just that Cara is an eccentric actor who doesn't care what you think or say. But, worst case scenario here is that the world is in terrible danger and who will have to go and save it from this evil? It's not going to be Batman. Sure, it is part of his universe and he should try and do something but he's just a rich guy with some toys. Superman would have to step in on this one. Unless the squad was to get back together for a sequel...

Ezra Miller & Ray Fisher Making The Big Bucks

This is something I'm more than sure Superman would not approve of. Just so you know who you are looking at here: you have Ezra Miller who played The Flash as well as Ray Fisher who played Cyborg. Now, they look like they're having a good time down at the San Diego Comic Con. And why wouldn't they? People love them there! So, why or how could Superman be disapproving of this fun shot? Simple.

Instead of being out there in the streets being their own superhero alter egos, they're at some comic book convention making money off of people who want nothing more than to take really expensive pictures with them and touch them and just get to say that they saw them live. That's a pretty selfish thing to do as a superhero. Just eat up all the fame and glory like that? Who do they think they are? Tony Stark, or something? That's way over there on the more successful side of the aisle with the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They can't have that sort of thing going on with DC. They've got to be vigilante and out there doing good. Not ripping fans off of hundreds of dollars.

Jason Momoa Being a little much

Oh dear. Well, to be fair, this is something Jason Momoa did before taking on the role of the great and previously useless Aquaman. As Khal Drogo, Jason Momoa would end people just for the fun of it. It is pretty much a Dothraki tradition at weddings to go about and fight and slaughter each other. Some sort of pride thing. I don't get it and I'm sure Superman wouldn't get it either. I mean, to be fair Superman can probably kick Khal's tail, but really what makes Clark Kent an amazing Superman is that he is never pushed to the same extents that people like Khal are. At least Khal Drogo's body count is probably not as big. But also...Superman has never taken molten gold and poured it over someone's head to give them a "golden crown".

It sounds like a pretty naughty and devious act but it's way worse and deadly. I could see how Superman might be a little disappointed with Jason Momoa and therefore Aquaman as well, but this is at least in his past. That doesn't mean that Superman would approve of it though. I think he'd rather not see his superhero buddies get bloody either.

Amy Adams Talking To Other Aliens!

This has got to be a huge annoyance for Superman. I'm sure he would definitely not approve of this shot. Sure, it's from Amy Adams' film Arrival, but it doesn't change the fact that she's going out of her way to try and communicate with this other alien species when Superman is right there. If she wanted to talk to an alien, why not just talk to him? I bet this would make him jealous right off the bat. "Why would that be?" You might be inclined to say. "Superman isn't going to be jealous of other aliens just because someone is talking to them as well...look at Martian Manhunter." Typically, I'd say that you are quite right and that he would not actually be jealous. But I think you might have forgotten about one very important thing here. Amy Adams plays the role of Lois Lane and that is Superman's human girlfriend!

There is every reason why he might get at least a little jealous of another alien, especially if she's spending so much time just to try and teach them a language and less time with her man. That's a lot of time spent to learn that the world is coming to an end! At least Superman can save everyone (unlike on his home planet) but I bet he'd still be jealous.

Sad Ben Affleck

This has to be one of the most famous photos of Ben Affleck that exists, just because it has become a meme of sorts. But it is not the only one of its kind. The sad Ben Affleck meme is a hilarious trend that has become an everlasting meme on every social media site.

Ben Affleck has no doubt been through a lot. He has been the face of tabloids since he was dating J-Lo, and he hasn't stepped away from the limelight since. Naturally, that means both good and bad headlines are attached to him. Quite frankly, we live for it, because we get amazing meme-worthy photos like this one. It is used as a reaction photo, attached to hilarious tweets. It's a "mood" for many people as well. His ability to just stare off into the distance looking like he is completely done with the world is just hilarious, and fans never miss a moment to turn Affleck into a meme. All things considered, he could be talked about for a lot worse, and the fact that he is being talked about for his hilarious faces that he does not even realize he is making is a pretty good problem to have.

Sources: YouTube.com, Telegraph.co.uk, IGN.com, TheGuardian.com