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By Renee Schonfeld
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Action-packed tale provides laughs while selling products.
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Lego DC Super Heroes: Justice League: Attack of the Legion of Doom!
What's the Story?
The nasty villains of the Legion of Doom have set their sights on destroying the Justice League in LEGO DC COMICS: JUSTICE LEAGUE: ATTACK OF THE LEGION OF DOOM! Led by Lex Luthor and secretly spurred on by the evil and powerful Darkseid, the army of destructive cronies is primed to take over the planet once the League is out of the way. A trap is set, and Batman, elected as temporary leader of the Justice League, leads his usually savvy band of do-gooders right into it. Things are made worse when Cyborg's brave but thoughtless action makes more trouble. But Batman and company are not down for long. Both on the attack and on the defensive, the League continues to stand up for the citizens of Metropolis and the planet itself through battle after battle -- in a bank, in a government weapons installation, trapped with a nuclear reactor, and on the streets of the city. In a bizarre twist, someone who seems to be a multifaceted enemy becomes a key member of the League's ultimate triumph.
Is It Any Good?
This a clever clash between the Justice League and the Legion of Doom that balances near nonstop action with humor and enhanced characterizations of classic heroes and villains. At 77 minutes, it's long, with probably one battle too many. And, as always, it's very male-centered, with Wonder Woman and Cheetah relegated to minor battles and, in Wonder Woman's case, having too many suitors. She does, however, deliver the messages and values to which her colleagues aspire. Using Cyborg as a central force is a good filmmaking choice; the almost-human robot makes mistakes, learns important lessons, and ultimately saves the day, all while being very likable and funny. This tale from the ongoing Lego-DC Comics partnership will be a treat for fans, and, by focusing on such a wide array of characters, it's sure to boost sales for the franchise's many markets.
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Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : August 25, 2015
- Cast : Mark Hamill , Troy Baker , Khary Payton , Dee Bradley Baker
- Director : Rick Morales
- Inclusion Information : Black Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Warner Bros. Animation
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Superheroes , Adventures , Robots
- Run time : 77 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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