With "Man of Steel" hitting theaters this weekend, you might find yourself remembering the slew superheroes that have flown in and out of the box office in recent years — Superman, Iron Man, and the Green Lantern, to name a few.

But what do these crime-fighting champs have in common with Mary Poppins, Willy Wonka, and "The Dude"? See for yourself.

In this original mashup, Film.com takes you on a journey through "The Evolution of People Flying in Movies", all the way from "The Thief of Baghdad" and "The Wizard of Oz" to "The Matrix" and "Fantastic Four".

Now, come fly with us.