20 times actors took roles that were surprisingly age-inappropriate 

"Road House" UK Special Screening - Arrivals - Source: Getty
"Road House" UK Special Screening - Arrivals - Source: Getty

19) Christopher Reeve in Superman (1978)

It's A Royal Knockout at Alton Towers Resort In Staffordshire, 1987 - Source: Getty
It's A Royal Knockout at Alton Towers Resort In Staffordshire, 1987 - Source: Getty

Christopher Reeve was only 26 years old when he played Superman, an age when an actor traditionally plays more mature roles. He balanced innocence and strength blended with vulnerability to portray the iconic character.

Both Clark Kent and Superman, portrayed by him, are etched in history as an enduring symbol of heroism. Reeve's age did not stop him from bringing the beloved comic book character to life, and his portrayal remains one of the most iconic in superhero film history.

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Edited by Zainab Shaikh
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