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Brandon Routh

Brandon James Routh (born October 9, 1979) is an American actor and former fashion model. He grew up in Iowa before moving to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career, and subsequently appeared on multiple television series throughout the early 2000s. In 2006, he gained greater recognition for his role as the titular superhero of the 2006 film Superman Returns. He also had a recurring role in the TV series Chuck, as Daniel Shaw. Following this, he had notable supporting roles in the films Zack and Miri Make a Porno and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. In 2010, he portrayed the eponymous protagonist of another comic book film, Dylan Dog: Dead of Night. He is currently portraying another iconic DC superhero, Ray Palmer/The Atom, in CW's superhero TV series Arrow and upcoming Legends of Tomorrow.

October 9, 1979 (47 years old) Des Moines, Iowa, USA
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Every Live Action Superman Movie and TV Show Ranked

Every Live Action Superman Movie and TV Show Ranked

Superman is one of the oldest and most beloved superheroes of all time! Created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Sh...

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TV Review: ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’

TV Review: ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’

Premiering on Netflix November 17th, anime series ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ is the latest adaptation of Bryan Lee O’Mall...

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‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ Series Trailer

‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ Series Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Z5q8_340RE Though it never became the giant blockbuster it honestly deserved to be, Edg...

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‘Scott Pilgrim’ to Become an Anime Series

‘Scott Pilgrim’ to Become an Anime Series

2010’s ‘Scott Pilgrim vs. the World’ has long become a cult favorite despite failing to land at the box office. Directed...

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Brandon Routh, Tyler Hoechlin to Both Play Superman for Arrowverse Crossover

Brandon Routh, Tyler Hoechlin to Both Play Superman for Arrowverse Crossover

Routh previously played the Man of Steel in 2006's 'Superman Returns'

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