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Justice League Unlimited
- Boomerang, Cartoon Network
- Genre: Kids' Animation
Common Sense Media says
Heroes' mutual respect makes for a winning team.
Parents say
QUALITY
Kids say
QUALITY
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this show highlights teamwork and the heroes' respect for each other due to their unique strengths. While the male-to-female ratio within the League leaves much to be desired, the female characters who are in the group are on equal footing with the men. Kissing and occasional mild sexual implications (snuggling, etc.) might make the series a little strong for superhero fans under 7.
What's the story?
Superman, Wonder Woman, Flash, Green Lantern, and their fellow classic DC comics characters burst back onto the TV screen in this series (which began life as simply Justice League and added the "unlimited" at the start of the third season). With an expanded membership numbering more than 50 superheroes, the League battles a constant barrage of villains. Alien invasions, android armies, and nuclear monsters ensure that there's never a dull moment in the superheroes' world.
Is it any good?
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED features more sophisticated plots than those in the early Justice League days, and older viewers will enjoy the continuation of storylines from one episode to the next. The amazing staying power of these characters, some of whom first debuted in the 1930s, makes the show a fun choice for nostalgic cartoon fans. It's a winner for kids, too, as the idealistic view of super powers is part of everyone's childhood.
The strength of the League comes from its individuals and their unique powers. While most have been bestowed with super-powered abilities, others, like Batman, rely on their own intellect and skills to battle the bad guys. The best aspect of the show is that all members are portrayed as equals, and no single member's power is celebrated over another's. It is only through teamwork that the day's work is done and the universe is saved yet again.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about whether good people and bad people are as clearly identifiable as this series implies. Is it possible to judge a person's intentions by their appearance?
What powers do we have to battle the evil in our world? How can we use teamwork to help fight these battles? Who are the heroes in our lives?
Talk to kids about alternatives to fighting. What are some other ways to solve problems?
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AGE
Hated it! Not for my kids
I thought this was going to be a good outlet for my boys' superhero fascination, but I was shocked at the violent nature. We watched one episode and got rid of it. I don't think it was appropriate!
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AGE
I love it!!!!
I can't see it now because I don't have BOOMARANG but I saw it at Bangladesh and it was great!!
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April 9, 2008
AGE
I like this show, but ...
I actually enjoy this show, however there are some things going on that surprised me as I am watching this with my boys 5 & 7 who adore Superman and Batman and the others. There is some heavy flirting, there is some jealousy between the superheros and a great deal of competition. The episodes where Superman actually struggles with killing Luthor or Doom really bothered me. Superman is supposed to be above that - kid show remember!
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Great, but inappropiate for kids
I remember that the episode with the white martians was very violent and creepy, with some blood. I'm pretty sure it pushes the edge of TV-PG. I also remember the whole show can get quite violent. Overall, it is a violent show, but it is very good. Bravo!
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AGE
A bit violent compared to other superhero shows
This series has more violence than other suphero series. It can get brutal (leading to injuries), but it's obviously not that violent since it's animated. As for sex, besides the fact that the females wear suggestive clothing (basically all heroines wear that), there is a bit of smooching (more than in other shows). Dating is casual in this show. It's a good show that's slightly edgier than other animated shows.
Written on 9/9/11
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AGE
awesome show
awesome show but not for 7 year olds!!!!!!
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AGE
Lots of Action!
This is one of the best action cartoons. go Batman!
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Kid, 12 years old
June 21, 2011
AGE
Seriously CMS... 7?
This is the BEST show ever but, come on! You guys rated this for a seven year old? I would rather die before letting a seven year old watch this. It is WAYYY to violent for a seven year old. More for a tween.
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Pretty Sexy stuff for yong kids.
One episode has a Hugh Heffner like character in it. Give me a break! Grade schoolers don't need to know about him.
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| Topics: | superheroes, adventures, monsters, ghosts, and vampires, space and aliens |
| TV rating: | TV-Y7-FV |
| Networks: | Boomerang, Cartoon Network |
| Cast: | George Newbern, Kevin Conroy, Susan Eisenberg |
| Genre: | Kids' Animation |
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