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Superman vs. the Elite

Play trailer Poster for Superman vs. the Elite PG-13 Released Jun 12, 2012 1h 14m Action Animation Play Trailer Watchlist
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New superpowerful heroes appear on the scene, but they soon run afoul of the Man of Steel (George Newbern) when they show their willingness to kill to stop crime.
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Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand The 14th DCU Animated Original Movie, adapted by Joe Kelly from the comic book he created in 2001 and directed by Michael Chang, is a morality tale for the post-September 11, 2001 world, with The Elite declaring war on bad guys. Jul 5, 2022 Full Review Jeffrey Lyles Lyles' Movie Files With better visuals, it would easily be among the Top 5 DC animated films, but dubious designs keep it just out of elite class status. Rated: 8/10 Jan 31, 2014 Full Review Rob Vaux Sci-Fi Movie Page Great story or bad art? You can't get one without the other in Superman vs. The Elite and that's a crying shame... Rated: 2.5/4 Jun 25, 2012 Full Review Jeffrey M. Anderson Common Sense Media Like All-Star Superman before it, SUPERMAN VS. THE ELITE is an exceptional animated superhero movie. It's violent and has some adult subject matter, but it also has a strong, thoughtful story and worthwhile messages. Rated: 4/5 Jun 21, 2012 Full Review Peter Canavese Groucho Reviews The conflict between The Elite's way of doing things and Superman's sets up a "might makes right" allegory wrestling with national and global politics as well as, on a more personal level, civilian tolerance of capital punishment. [Blu-ray] Rated: 3/4 Jun 13, 2012 Full Review Felix Vasquez Jr. Cinema Crazed A forgettable Superman vehicle and one I won't be re-visiting any time soon. Rated: 2.5/4 Jun 12, 2012 Full Review Read all reviews

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Guy C Heroism gets confused for executioner as Clark reminds the world that Justice is key to heroism. A fun thrill ride with an interesting new cast of antiheroes Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/19/25 Full Review Ben S This movie made me a superman fan Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/17/25 Full Review Kenny A Of all the direct-to-video DC animated movies starring Superman, this one is the absolute best! This is one of the few direct-to-video DC movies that actually has a message to convey and does it successfully in a thoughtful, engaging, and thoroughly entertaining fashion. The fact that this movie is still being reviewed and discussed regularly among superhero fans to this very day, I think says a lot about both its quality and how it serves as a testament of Superman's timeless appeal as a character and as a symbol of hope and optimism. For both fans and newcomers of Superman, this is a must watch! I rank it among the best DC animated movies, along with "Batman: Under the Red Hood" and "The Dark Knight Returns" adaptations. Definitely one of my favorite Superman movies! Highly recommended! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/13/25 Full Review Anderson O Exhilarating Superman animated movie. This one pushes him to his greatest limits to use All of his resources and natural gifts he’s learn on earth to outwit the Elite. Makes for some of the modern classic visualizations of animated Superman even by today’s standards. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/04/24 Full Review Cask and Crow P The one is ok at best. I like that they went with a some what unknown team to introduce but the art was terrible in my opinion. The story is ok but it drags on for me. The overall message is good but overall falls short for me. Its an ok watch but there are better animated movies from DC Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/26/24 Full Review Soumili G One of the best Superman animated films. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/13/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Michael Chang

Director

Robin Atkin Downes

Manchester Black

George Newbern

Superman

Pauley Perrette

Lois Lane

Tara Strong

Voice

Steve Blum

Voice

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Movie Info

Synopsis New superpowerful heroes appear on the scene, but they soon run afoul of the Man of Steel (George Newbern) when they show their willingness to kill to stop crime.
Director
Michael Chang
Producer
Alan Burnett
Screenwriter
Joe Kelly
Rating
PG-13 (Some Language|Action/Violence)
Genre
Action, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 12, 2012, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 16, 2016
Runtime
1h 14m
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