The Phantoms of "The Phantom of the Opera"

"The Phantom of the Opera"'s first Phantom, Michael Crawford, as seen in this production photo. Crawford debuted in the role on Opening Night, January 26, 1988.

Keep clicking for a look at other Phantoms who have graced the stage and film in the musical's legendary 25 years on Broadway.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

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Opening Night curtain call on January 26, 1988. From left, Steve Barton as Raoul, Harold Prince, Michael Crawford (The Phantom), Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Sarah Brightman, the first Christine Daae.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Howard McGillin as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Hugh Panaro, the current Phantom on Broadway in New York City.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

John Cudia as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Cris Groenendaal as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Steve Barton as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Timothy Nolen as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Mark Jacoby as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Marcus Lovett as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Davis Gaines as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Kevin Gray as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Gary Mauer as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Jeff Keller as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Brad Little as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Ted Keegan as The Phantom in this undated photo.

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success

Scion Films Phantom Production Partnership

Gerard Butler as The Phantom in the 2004 film, "The Phantom of the Opera."

Behind "The Phantom of the Opera," its 25 years of success