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Professor Emil Hamilton is a smart but sometimes dangerous character from the Superman stories. He is known for being a brilliant scientist who often uses his knowledge for bad things. He even created a special suit that could learn all of Superman's powers and weaknesses! This made him a very tricky opponent for the hero.

Emil Hamilton has appeared in different versions of the Superman story. In the 2013 movie Man of Steel, he was played by actor Richard Schiff. He was also voiced by Victor Brandt in the cartoon series Superman: The Animated Series.

Who is Professor Emil Hamilton?

Professor Emil Hamilton is a fictional character in the DC Comics universe. He first appeared in the comics in 1987. He is often shown as a very intelligent inventor and physicist. However, his inventions and ideas sometimes cause big problems for the world.

From Friend to Foe

In some stories, Professor Hamilton started out as a helpful scientist. He would even assist Superman with his inventions. But over time, he became more obsessed with his work. This obsession sometimes made him a villain. He might create dangerous machines or try to control things he shouldn't.

The Ruina Suit

One of Professor Hamilton's most famous inventions is a powerful suit. This suit is sometimes called "Ruina." It was designed to study and copy Superman's amazing abilities. The suit could learn how Superman flies, how strong he is, and even his weaknesses. This made Professor Hamilton a very difficult enemy for Superman to fight.

Appearances in Media

Professor Emil Hamilton has been part of the Superman universe for many years. He has appeared in comic books, TV shows, and movies.

On Television

In Movies

  • In the 2013 movie Man of Steel, Richard Schiff played Professor Emil Hamilton. In this movie, he was a scientist working for the government. He helped understand Superman's powers.

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