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By Jennifer Borget
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Superheroes use teamwork to save the world; violence.
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Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part One
What's the Story?
JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS – PART ONE is the first installment of a trilogy adapting a classic DC Comics crossover. The Justice League, led by Batman (Jensen Ackles), Superman (Darren Criss), and The Flash (Matt Bomer), must unite to face the android Amazo's havoc in Metropolis. However, complications arise as The Flash navigates through different worlds in the multiverse, including ones with evil counterparts of Earth's superheroes. The fate of all reality hangs in the balance as the heroes confront an unstoppable antimatter Armageddon, guided by the mysterious Monitor.
Is It Any Good?
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One catapults the DC universe into a cosmic showdown, delivering an Avengers-style superhero spectacle. The storyline, inspired by a classic comic arc, throws our heroes into a multiverse mess with evil doppelgangers and a cosmic disaster in the mix. It's like a superhero rollercoaster, with a few quirks along the way. The constant jumping between alternate Earths can make it feel like a time-traveling treadmill at first, and the action scenes might trigger a bit of déjà vu from other superhero tales. But as the story unfolds, it starts making more sense, and the audience will find themselves rooting for the heroes to save the day.
Though it's called a Justice League movie, it mostly follows The Flash. The animation is top-notch, the voice acting's on point, and it lays the groundwork for what could be an exciting trilogy. Whether you're a long-time fan of the DC heroes, or new to the franchise, you'll be able to jump right in and enjoy the movie for what it is, an action-packed adventure with some heart.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how the movie explores the themes of hope and despair, especially considering the imminent destruction of multiple Earths.
Discuss instances in real life where people or communities faced challenges and demonstrated hope in the face of adversity. How did they overcome obstacles?
What character strengths do superheroes like The Flash, Batman, and Superman represent? How might these values inspire individuals in their everyday lives?
The Justice League includes characters from diverse backgrounds. How does this diversity contribute to the team's strength, and how can it be mirrored in real-life contexts?
What messages did you perceive about teamwork and collaboration among the Justice League members? Were there any conflicts or resolutions that stood out?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : January 9, 2024
- Cast : Alexandra Daddario , Matt Bomer , Jensen Ackles , Stana Katic
- Director : Jeff Wamester
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s) , Gay Movie Actor(s) , Latino Movie Writer(s)
- Studio : Warner Bros.
- Genre : Action/Adventure
- Topics : Superheroes
- Character Strengths : Teamwork
- Run time : 93 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : Some violence and brief strong language
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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