Superman: Unbound

PG-13

2013

1 hr. 15 min.

Action

Adventure

Animation

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Superman (Matt Bomer) battles Brainiac (John Noble) to save the Krypton city of Kandor, which is miniaturized and held aboard Brainiac's ship.

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"Superman: Unbound" is a thrilling animated film that showcases the iconic superhero's might and bravery as he faces his greatest challenge yet. While the movie may not be perfect, it's still a solid addition to the Superman filmography and worth checking out for fans of the character. One of the film's biggest strengths is its action sequences. The battles between Superman and the movie's villain, Brainiac, are intense and visually stunning. The animation is top-notch, and the fight choreography is some of the best I've seen in an animated superhero film. The film really showcases Superman's abilities and makes you believe that he truly is the most powerful being on Earth. The voice acting in "Superman: Unbound" is also excellent. Matt Bomer does a fantastic job as Superman, bringing both strength and vulnerability to the character. John Noble's performance as Brainiac is equally impressive, giving the villain a sense of menace and intelligence that makes him a worthy adversary for Superman. Unfortunately, the film does have its flaws. The plot can be a bit convoluted at times, and some of the supporting characters feel underdeveloped. The movie's pacing also feels a bit uneven, with some scenes feeling rushed while others drag on for too long. "Superman: Unbound" is a solid animated film that will definitely satisfy fans of the character. While it may not be perfect, the stunning action sequences and excellent voice acting make it a must-watch for anyone who loves Superman.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

11/09/23

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Matthew B

Best of Movies/TV Series Collection

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/19/22

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Stephen C

The greatest 1.25 hours ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/27/22

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Audience Member

Better than Red Son and All-Star but weaker than Doomsday and The Elite, Superman: Unbound has the same great voice acting, enjoyable action, threatening villain and decent character arcs but the animation looks somewhat weaker with an art style that looked bland in my eyes and reminded me more of Marvel's not-quite-successful venture into DT-DVD animated movies, it struggles to balance the focus between Superman and Supergirl and it has some flaws I found to be glaring such as the climax inadvertently painting Brainiac in a positive light. Unbound is decent but one of the more forgettable entries in DC's Animated Original Movie line-up even though, as I previously mentioned, I have a higher opinion of it than All-Star and Red Son. Perhaps coming out in the midst of DC's most critically acclaimed films - the two-part adaptation of The Dark Knight Returns and The Flashpoint Paradox - in their DT-DVD lineup didn't help.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/23/23

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Audience Member

Another fun ride, though the climax was underwhelming.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/08/23

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Liam D

This is not only a great Supergirl story it's a great Superman story

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/04/21

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James Tucker

Director

Matt Bomer

Clark Kent

Stana Katic

Lois Lane

Molly C. Quinn

Kara

Alexander Gould

Jimmy Olsen

Frances Conroy

Martha Kent

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Jeffrey M. Anderson

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Superman fights, learns life lessons in animated thriller.

Rated: 4/5

May 16, 2013

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Mike McGranaghan

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Feels cinematic, despite the fact that it wasn't made for the big screen.

Rated: 3/4

May 13, 2013

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Felix Vasquez Jr.

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A worthy addition to the Superman library.

May 11, 2013

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Jeffrey Lyles

Lyles' Movie Files

Another flawed, but fun animated film featuring the Man of Steel.

Rated: 6.5/10

May 9, 2013

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Rob Vaux

Sci-Fi Movie Page

It ultimately takes a high place in the ranks of DC's direct-to-video line, exemplifying the kind of stories tailor made for this format.

Rated: 3/4

May 8, 2013

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Synopsis

Superman (Matt Bomer) battles Brainiac (John Noble) to save the Krypton city of Kandor, which is miniaturized and held aboard Brainiac's ship.

Director: James Tucker
Screenwriter: Bob Goodman
Production Co: Warner Bros.
Rating: PG-13 (Sequences of Action & Violence|A Rude Gesture)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 16, 2016

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