Tomorrow's Man of Steel, which reboots Superman for a new generation of filmgoers, is getting decidedly mixed reviews. But if the latest take on Superman isn't your thing, never fear: There are plenty of other ways to experience the Big Blue Boy Scout that might be more to your liking. Since Superman was created in 1933, he's appeared in countless comics, radio plays, film serials, movies, TV shows, and video games — each of which offer its own unique take on the beloved superhero.
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