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Young Justice
- Cartoon Network
- Genre: Kids' Animation
Common Sense Media says
Former sidekicks battle villains in action-packed cartoon.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this animated series based on DC Comics characters packs in a great deal of superhero action, likely to be imitated by any "little heroes" who become fans of the series. Punching, kicking, and jumping (and a few weapons, including bow and arrow and sharp spinning blades) is the order of the day for this action-driven cartoon, which otherwise provides traditional superhero storytelling along with positive messages about personal responsibility that are bound to entertain adventure-hungry kids.
What's the story?
Based on a comic book series of the same name, YOUNG JUSTICE chronicles the coming-of-age adventures for a group of prominent superhero sidekicks -- Robin (voiced by Jesse McCartney), Kid Flash (Jason Spisak), Aqualad (Khary Payton), Arrowette (Stephanie Lemelin), and Miss Martian (Danica McKellar). They face down typical world-threatening challenges while also emerging from the shadows of the adult heroes who have trained them.
Is it any good?
For many years, Warner Bros. animation studios have churned out a continuous stream of exceptional series based on DC Comics properties. Young Justice is another series in that vein, with a style closer to the cartoonish realism of Justice League Unlimited than the anime-inspired Teen Titans Go!
With more than 70 years of comic books to draw from, the storytelling in Young Justice has plenty of imagination, and the characters provide dependable touchstones for young viewers -- the impatient speedster, the sly computer hacker, the stoic strongman. Superboy (voiced by Nolan North) is based on the comics' most recent incarnation (he's a clone of the adult Superman) and returns the character to its roots as an alien trying to fit in, which is one of the all-time great metaphors for the awkwardness of childhood and the teenage years. Young Justice provides a dose of sharp animated action for superhero fans of all ages.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how the show presents violence between the heroes and villains. Is violence ever a good way to resolve conflict? Would other approaches have worked in the show?
What do you think is the best approach when you believe an authority figure is wrong about something? How would you approach that situation?
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Kid, 12 years old
December 2, 2010
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The Next Teen Titans?
We all know of Teen Titans. One of American kids' favorite. We all loved it, but is Young Justice the next Teen Titans? The action is not too violent, the comedy? Kid Flash supplies just the right amount. And something else is the gender role. A lot of times people say girls can't be strong but look how wrong that is! Young Justice does not discriminate. Actually I should say DC does not discriminate against girls. I found this show to be very entertaining and it kept my interest. It's very hard to find a show that's pilot is as interesting as the rest. I say this will be a hit success and keep watching! One day it might even surpass Teen Titans...
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Opening movie a nice start.
I really liked the first movie but there is definitely some violence. It is like the Teen Titans show but a bit "edgier". :)
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This is what you get if you Combined Justice League and Teen Titans
This show is Pretty Violent, More Violent than Teen Titans and Justice League. But it's Good for Tweens
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hi
This show is actually really good.Teen Titans will always be better in my opinion,but i do enjoy watching this.
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Kid, 12 years old
March 1, 2011
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Great Show for EVERTBODY
I think that this show is really going to hit it off. Despite the usual punch hear, or kick there, it's no where near as brutal as Justice League Unlimited. The plot is nice, but at the same time it's serious. Everybody should look at this show. From 7 year olds to 70 year olds it's still entertaining. This show is amazing. And, btw csm, this was not based on the same Young Justice series. Yes it has the same name, but as told by the creators it has no relation to the original series.
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One of the Best Shows Ever
This is one of the best TV shows I have ever seen! It has a perfect blend of all of the genres; comedy, romance, action, drama, and even fantasy in one of the episodes. I would describe it as genius. The animation is very well done and the plot keeps you on the edge of your seat. All of the characters are excellently developed, established, and introduced. There IS violence, but no blood and they rarely- if at all- result in injury. It's incredible to watch and I recommend it. Some of the female superheroes' costumes are a little showy, but it is not drawn to attention, or that much, and one of the characters (Kid Flash, or Wally West) flirts a lot, but it's all fun and harmless. It is great for younger kids with lots of laughs and action, and it is also incredibly awesome for older kids, teens, and adults with a more complex storyline running through each of the episodes. If your child does not like mutations of any sort, then it may not me for them in some of the episodes, such as the second part of Independence Day or in Drop Zone. It also has good messages about working together. Aqualad is a good role model because he is wise and empathetic and Miss Martian is very sweet. Another positive message is that working hard pays off, which you can see by the team's training and later success. I find it much better than Teen Titans, actually, but that's just me.
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Great new DC Comics show
Well, I had high expectations, and this show went past them! It was awesome, maybe DC's best series since Justice League. It had great action, animation, and the script was just very good. I would totally reccomend this to all comic fans.
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this show is awesome
its a preety good show but its preety violent
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Action. Romance. Suspense. Teen Heroes. Nice work DC Universe.
In a nutshell: It's Justice League meets Teen Titans. The show is just a bit edgier and more adult than other kids shows. The show plays out well with a lot of action, teen angst, teamwork, and the like. The show has not been too sexy, but as of late it is getting a bit more racy. Cheshire (a female villain) flirts with Red Arrow a bit and she also does a back flip while wearing a kimono and of course that shows her underwear. SPOILER ALERT: Superboy and Miss Martian are kissing now and are obviously a couple, but that's no big deal. Other things? Superboy sometimes goes shirtless (which causes Miss Martian to become quite smitten) and Kid Flash is a laughable flirt. Overall, it's a great feel-good superhero show.
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| Topics: | superheroes |
| TV rating: | TV-PG |
| Network: | Cartoon Network |
| Cast: | Bruce Greenwood, Danica McKellar, Phil LaMarr |
| Genre: | Kids' Animation |
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