The DC film universe is grim, gritty, and dark. Many goofy, wacky characters will never grace the silver screen, and if they do, you'll barely recognize them. Here are DC characters that Hollywood would never be able to get right. For decades, the general public saw Captain America as a laughable buffoon. Sure, comics fans always knew he was cooler than his reputation, but everyone else laughed at the flag costume, the earnest demeanor, and the patriotic platitudes. So it's no wonder that back in the ever-cynical 1990s, DC roundly mocked Steve Rogers by premiering a spoof hero named General Glory. This red, white, and blue-clad doofus was the embodiment of what non-fans think Captain America is: a ridiculously patriotic World War II soldier who worships America and gives lots of long, boring speeches.
Believe it or not, this guy actually earned membership in the Justice League before dying of a heart attack. But he won't ever be in the movies. One big reason is that the Marvel Cinematic Universe has changed the public perception of Captain America in a big way. Fans have seen the MCU subverting Cap's doe-eyed, dogmatic stereotypes to show a rebellious and earnest hero willing to take down entire intelligence agencies if it means protecting people. Plus, the MCU's playful style has already lampooned Cap's sillier aspects.
In today's cinematic world, General Glory would just seem like a spoof that missed the point.
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General Glory | 0:13
Condiment King | 1:25
Brother Power the Geek | 2:05
Funky Flashman | 2:53
Zauriel | 3:54
Matter-Eater Lad | 4:40
Catman | 5:39
The Terrific Trio | 6:19
Comet the Super-Horse | 7:10
Justice League Antarctica | 8:08
The Reaper | 9:02
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