'Man of Steel' Henry Cavill talks 'more revealing' Superman costume on Leno
Explains the loss of Supes' trademark red underpants
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When "Immortals" star Henry Cavill stopped by Leno last night to promote the upcoming mythological action film, he had to expect that the late-night host would ask about his upcoming role as the new Superman in director Zack Snyder's "Man of Steel" - specifically regarding Supes' inevitably "controversial" red underpants-less new look. Cavill's answer was nothing if not revealing, prompting Leno to retort: "I never got the underpants outside of the clothes anyway."
After watching the brief clip below, weigh in with your own thoughts on Superman's updated costume - love it? Hate it?
"Man of Steel" is slated for release on June 14, 2013. "Immortals" hits theaters this Friday.
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November 8, 2011 at 11:03PM EST Reply to CommentStupid as the red underpants seem, it's such an iconic look when it comes to Superman that it doesn't seem right without them. Besides, he's SUPERMAN - I'm sure he had a good reason to wear his undies on the outside (with belt loops no less!)
ceggertsen I agree!
November 8, 2011 at 11:18PM ESTAmerican Jedi
November 8, 2011 at 11:17PM EST Reply to CommentWhat a terrible clip.
Mr bane
November 9, 2011 at 1:14AM EST Reply to CommentI like it. Its a realistic look. The red underwear is old and corny. Great Job Nolans and Snyder :-)
Mike Hilly
November 9, 2011 at 11:19AM EST Reply to CommentThis is old news, we all know he lost a fight with Chuck Norris.
jukeofurl
November 10, 2011 at 1:01AM EST Reply to CommentYeah, I never got the whole Leno on the Tonight Show, anyway. Like many imbeciles before him, those were not "underpants." First - if they were "under" you wouldn't see them. Regardless, when Joe Shuster first drew Superman, his costume was modeled after the then contemporary Circus strongman --- which included the cape & weightlifter's belt too. Those are support trunks, because in 1930 & prior, they didn't have the things we have now---and to equip a hero with some archaic jockstrap would've looked more ridiculous. Superman's original outfit has been the source of "superficial" minds. Time they do a litle research before you speak or if you only care to make a hackneyed joke---stfu.