10 Times Superman Just Quit

10. Superman Just Says 'To Hell With It' When Dealing Out Property Damage - Multiple

For someone who is supposed to be a defender of the little guy, Superman is incredibly quick to ignore the collateral damage he's causing.

Way back in 1939, Superman concludes that bad neighbourhoods are the root of all evil, and proceeds to destroy dozens of low-income homes in the slums of Metropolis. Apparently forgetting he's a hero, he fights the National Guard, causing more damage.

Later that year, Superman has the same attitude towards cars after a friend of Clark's is struck by a speeding car. Clark goes on a rampage, unlawfully destroying private vehicles and a car factory that makes low-cost autos. Again forgetting he's a hero, he threatens the Mayor until he agrees to stricter traffic laws.

The DCAU isn't immune from Superman's hubris. In 'Clash', Superman is manipulated by Lex Luthor into battling Captain Marvel, destroying low-income housing built by Lexcorp, playing into Lex's plan to discredit Superman. In 'Destroyer', Superman and Darkseid destroy several skyscrapers during their fight.

Then there's the legendary loss of life and property in Man of Steel, when Superman, apparently just giving up on protecting the public, destroys multiple blocks of Metropolis, setting in motion the events of the DCEU.

Call that a mixed blessing.