At The Movies

The Flash Runtime: 8,800 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Television Franchise: DC Franchise Position: N/A A modern take on DC’s scarlet speedster, this long-running TV series follows Barry Allen as he transforms from a crime lab CSI into the superhero known as The Flash, battling metahumans, time-travel threats, and multiverse villains while holding on to love, family, and hope. Ratings: My Rating: 7/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved for 12+ IMDb: 7.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 89% (early seasons), lower in later years Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary: After being struck by lightning during a particle accelerator accident, Barry Allen awakens from a coma with superhuman speed. With the support of his friends at S.T.A.R. Labs, he becomes The Flash, protecting Central City from criminals and metahuman threats. Over nine seasons, Barry faces Reverse-Flash, Zoom, Savitar, and the Thinker, while also traveling across the multiverse and forming alliances with Arrow, Supergirl, and other DC heroes. The seri...

Superman Runtime: 129 minutes Age Rating: PG-13 Release Date: July 11, 2025 Studio: DC Studios Franchise: DC Universe (DCU) Franchise Position: 1 "Look up." Ratings: My Rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 7.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 83% (Critics), 91% (Audience) Metacritic: 64/100 Plot Summary: Superman (2025) follows Clark Kent (David Corenswet), a reporter in Metropolis, as he grapples with his Kryptonian heritage and his role as Earth's protector. When tech billionaire Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) manipulates global conflicts to undermine Superman's reputation, Clark must restore public trust with the help of Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) and his loyal companion, Krypto the Superdog. The film explores themes of identity, justice, and the challenges of heroism in a complex world. Personal Review: The new Superman movie is a great throwback to the Christopher Reeve days, bringing back that classic, hopeful vibe that made Superman so inspiring. It’s a nice break fr...

Superman/Batman: Apocalypse Release Year: 2010 Runtime: 75 minutes Age Rating: PG-13 Studio: Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: Sequel (to Superman/Batman: Public Enemies) Tagline: The fate of two worlds hangs in the balance. Trailer link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXM6KXqvQuA Cast link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1645170/fullcredits Ratings My Rating: 7.3/10 Dove Foundation Rating: Approved for ages 13+ — https://dove.org/review/supermanbatman-apocalypse/ IMDb Rating: 6.7/10 — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1645170/ Rotten Tomatoes: No score available Metacritic: No score available Plot Summary Superman/Batman: Apocalypse centers on Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin, who arrives on Earth fleeing the destruction of Krypton. As she struggles to control her immense powers, Darkseid seeks to capture and use her abilities for his own conquest. Superman and Batman must protect Kara while battling the forces of Apok...

Superman: The Animated Series Release Year: 1996-2000 Runtime: Approximately 215 minutes (54 episodes) Age Rating: TV-PG Studio: Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment Franchise: DC Animated Universe (DCAU) Franchise Position: Standalone series (NOT a sequel) Tagline: The Man of Steel faces his greatest challenges. Trailer link :  Cast link:  Ratings My Rating: 8.5/10 Dove Foundation Rating: Approved for ages 8+ IMDb Rating: 8.0/10 Rotten Tomatoes: No score available Metacritic: No score available Plot Summary This critically acclaimed animated TV series follows Clark Kent as he embraces his destiny as Superman, protector of Metropolis and the world. The show balances superhero action with character-driven stories, exploring Clark’s dual life, his relationships with Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen, and battles against classic villains such as Lex Luthor, Brainiac, and Darkseid. With its mature storytelling and compelling animation, the series is a cornerstone of the DC Animated ...

Legion of Super-Heroes Release Year: 2023 Runtime: 104 minutes Age Rating: PG-13 Studio: Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: Standalone (NOT a sequel) Tagline: The future’s greatest heroes unite to save the galaxy. Trailer link:  Cast link:  Ratings My Rating: 7.0/10 Dove Foundation Rating: Approved for ages 12+  IMDb Rating: 6.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes: No score available Metacritic: No score available Plot Summary In the 31st century, a young and idealistic Brainiac 5 assembles the Legion of Super-Heroes, a team of powerful young heroes from across the galaxy. Facing a cosmic threat that endangers Earth and the entire universe, the Legion must overcome their differences and prove themselves as defenders of justice. This animated film explores themes of friendship, responsibility, and the challenges of leadership in a futuristic setting, blending classic superhero action with sci-fi adventure. Critics ...

Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths (2024), PG‑13, 4 hr 46 min Franchise #: DC Animated Movie Universe — final trilogy of the Tomorrowverse (installments #23‑25 overall)  Tagline: “When all worlds fall, the greatest heroes must unite.” --- Main Cast Matt Bomer as Barry Allen / The Flash Jensen Ackles as Bruce Wayne / Batman Darren Criss as Clark Kent / Superman Stana Katic as Diana Prince / Wonder Woman Meg Donnelly as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl / Harbinger Corey Stoll as John Stewart / Green Lantern Ato Essandoh as The Anti-Monitor Matt Ryan as John Constantine Kevin Conroy as Bruce Wayne / Batman (Earth-One, cameo) Stephanie Beatriz as Lois Lane Cissy Jones as Iris West-Allen Jennifer Hale as Queen Hippolyta Toks Olagundoye as Amanda Waller Shea Whigham as Commissioner James Gordon Jason O'Mara as Thomas Wayne / Batman (Flashpoint) Matthew Mercer as Owlman / Thomas Wayne (Dark Multiverse) Noshir Dalal as Ray Palmer / Atom Christopher Gorham as Mister Terrific James Arnold Tayl...

Supergirl (1984), PG, 2 hr 7 min  (127 min U.S. cut / 124 min international) Studio: TriStar Pictures (part of the Superman film series) Franchise: Superman (Franchise #4 / spin‑off) Tagline: “She’s more than just Superman’s cousin.” Trailer Link --- 🎭 Main Cast Helen Slater – Kara Zor‑El / Linda Lee / Supergirl Faye Dunaway – Selena Peter O’Toole – Zaltar Hart Bochner – Ethan Mia Farrow – Alura In‑Ze Brenda Vaccaro – Bianca Peter Cook – Nigel Simon Ward – Zor‑El Marc McClure – Jimmy Olsen Maureen Teefy – Lucy Lane David Healy – Mr. Danvers Sandra Dickinson – Argo citizen Matt Frewer – Eddie (truck driver)   --- ⭐ Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 6/10 The Dove Foundation: Not rated IMDb : 5.9–6.0 / 10   Rotten Tomatoes : 21% critics, ~26% audience Metacritic : 41/100 (mixed or average) --- 📖 Plot Summary Kara Zor‑El leaves Argo City to locate the Omegahedron—a powerful orb lost in space—and ends up on Earth posing as Linda Lee, cousin to Superman. Her missio...

The Flash Year: 2023 Franchise: DC Extended Universe (DCEU) Franchise #: 14 MPAA Rating: PG-13 Total Runtime: 144 minutes Tagline: “One universe. Infinite possibilities.” Main Cast Ezra Miller as Barry Allen / The Flash Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne / Batman (from the 1989 & 1992 films) Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne / Batman (DCEU) Sasha Calle as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl Ron Livingston as Henry Allen Maribel Verdú as Nora Allen Reviews Synopsis: Barry Allen uses his super-speed to travel back in time to prevent his mother’s murder, but his actions cause unintended consequences that threaten the fabric of the multiverse. He teams up with alternate versions of heroes, including multiple Batmans and Supergirl, to fix the chaos and save reality. Overview: The Flash dives deep into the multiverse, blending high-stakes sci-fi with emotional family drama. It’s a fast-paced, adventurous ride filled with nostalgic cameos and fresh storytelling. The movie explores themes of loss, forgiveness, an...

Critical Overview Smallville tells the origin story of Clark Kent before he becomes Superman, beginning in high school and spanning into his early adult years. The series explores Clark’s internal struggles with identity, power, responsibility, and morality while maintaining the drama of everyday life in the small Kansas town of Smallville. What Smallville does best is humanizing Superman. By delaying his iconic cape and flight until later seasons, it gives room for a deep character study of Clark Kent as a conflicted young man who slowly matures into Earth’s protector. The show also cleverly weaves in future Justice League members and famous DC characters like Green Arrow, Aquaman, and even a young Lex Luthor—portrayed brilliantly by Michael Rosenbaum. However, the show has its flaws. It often drifts into repetitive “villain-of-the-week” formulas, particularly in early seasons, and stretches some storylines too thin. The tone also shifts—sometimes inconsistently—from teenage drama to ...

Critical Review   The new Superman movie is a great throwback to the Christopher Reeve days, bringing back that classic, hopeful vibe that made Superman so inspiring. It’s a nice break from the darker, more serious versions we’ve seen lately. This one reminds us why Superman stands for truth and justice. One cool thing about this movie is how it shows Superman as more human. He’s still pretty new to being a hero—only about three years in—so he has doubts and struggles figuring things out. That makes him feel real and relatable. Even with those challenges, he rises to the occasion, which makes his victories feel well-earned. The movie nails Superman’s kindness and the way he tries to balance his huge powers with humility and compassion. The visuals are bright and fun without feeling outdated, and the story focuses on character as much as action. My biggest disappointment was how they portrayed Superman’s Kryptonian parents, Jor-El and Lara. In past versions, they’ve always been show...