Justice League: Season 1 [Blu-ray]

I tell my wife that I buy the Justice League season-releases for myself AND the kids. But it is me who sits most captivated in front of the TV with the kids as the episodes roll. Shushing the kids so I can hear "cartoons" on TV is the joke my wife likes to make. I quickly correct her, "Justice League is NOT 'cartoons.' It's an 'animated series.'" This clarification for some reason always seems to bring on even more chuckles over a bottle of wine with friends than it does clarify the matter. Anyway, indeed the kids sit captivated too. The Justice League stories are very well put together with a lot of detail. I'm not sure that my kids (age 3 - 7) appreciate or understand all of the emotion (sometimes pretty deep), heroism (of course), betrayal and just great story telling that goes into these Justice League productions. But rest assured, Justice League is definitely for kids too. As far as I know, there are no single episodes in Seasons 1 & 2 with the exception of the Christmas episode, Comfort & Joy; all the rest in Seasons 1 & 2 are two and three parters. This means on DVD you have the opportunity to watch a 3 parter in one sitting, which is as good as sitting down with a full length feature. I'll take Secret Origins (Season 1) and Starcrossed (Season 2) over Tom Cruise in War Of The Worlds any day. (And are the alien war machines in War of the Worlds deliberate imitations of those in Secret Origins or is that just too much of a coincidence?!) There are hours of entertainment on the Justice League Season 1 & 2 releases...and no dang gong Cartoon Network commercials! Well worth the purchase price.

I wish I could rate this DVD higher than five stars, because a show like `Justice League' goes far beyond any television show and I am not just referring to cartoons. The masters of comic book animation, Bruce Timm and company put their heads together and said..."Hey Batman and Superman worked, lets make a new show with more heroes in it." `Justice League is nothing like The Superfriends of the `70's. It is a dramatic action packed masterpiece. The high point of this DVD is that expands the DC universe. For me, being mostly a Marvel comic reader, this show really got me familiar with the DC universe and I love it. There are some loyal fans that are disappointed with the fact this animated team is not composed of the original seven: Superman Batman Wonder Woman Aqua Man The Flash Martian Man-hunter Green Lantern Please, when has Bruce Timm and company disappointed us? The first season fills all the gaps with a great Aqua Man story. Hawkgirl is great for the show because she has a wild side that really gives Wonder Woman a run for her money. And what does more heroes mean?...Why more villains of course! The episode `Injustice for All' is my favorite episode of this first season, because it really sets the stage for what is yet to come in the next few seasons. I am not going to reveal anything, but all I can say is you will not be disappointed. Justice League is a must have for hard-core comic readers to fans of `Batman: The Animated series. It has surely stood the test of time being that it is in the middle of its 5th season and it just might be the best show on Television.

Since the rebirth of super-hero animation 20 or so years ago with Batman, many fine animated series have been produced. This one is solid entertainment. The art is vibrant in color. The backgrounds give you just enough at times to not be repetitive, and at other times are eye popping. I do occasionally wonder how so many city streets in major metropolitan areas stay so deserted though. LOL The animation itself details the movements at least to the point that you readily lose yourself in the images and the stories, rather than constantly noticing flaws in the animation. The soundtracks are clean and pleasing. The voice talent, as has been the norm for many years, is excellent. The Justice League series has plenty to interest. The stories are exciting, and suitable for both adults and kids. You'll find a lot of humor to go along with the world saving. Season One, in particular, has some interesting origin stories. If you haven't seen this, but have enjoyed the Batman and Superman animated series produced over the last couple of decades, you'll find this entertainment to be in the same mold. There are plenty of character driven stories ... it isn't all just fighting it out with monsters/aliens/bad guys for 20+ minutes at a stretch, although there are indeed battles in virtually every episode. After all, what else are super-heroes supposed to do? LOL However, I would definitely recommend picking this up from the resellers at the considerably lower prices, rather than forking over the forty-five dollars the base Amazon price reads as I type this.

Great product. I highly recommend it.

Justice League Season 1 is an animated superhero television series that brings together DC Comics' iconic superheroes in a thrilling and action-packed adventure. With its engaging storytelling, well-developed characters, and dynamic animation, the show delivers an entertaining and enjoyable experience for fans of the DC universe. Here is a detailed review of Justice League Season 1: Storyline and Plot: The season introduces the formation of the Justice League, a group of powerful superheroes including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter, and Hawkgirl. The show successfully brings together these diverse characters, each with their own unique abilities and personalities, as they unite to combat formidable threats to Earth and beyond. The overarching storyline presents a series of exciting missions and epic battles that keep viewers engrossed throughout the season. Character Development: Justice League Season 1 does an excellent job of delving into the backgrounds and personalities of its main characters. While some viewers may already be familiar with these iconic superheroes, the show still manages to provide new insights and depth to their individual stories. The interactions between the characters are well-written and showcase their distinct dynamics and conflicts, making them relatable and human despite their extraordinary abilities. Animation and Visuals: The animation in Justice League Season 1 is visually impressive. The character designs are faithful to their comic book counterparts, and the action sequences are skillfully choreographed, creating thrilling and visually stunning battles. The show's art style is vibrant and captures the essence of the DC universe, immersing viewers in a world filled with both darkness and hope. Voice Acting: The voice cast of Justice League Season 1 delivers exceptional performances, breathing life into the beloved characters. The actors effectively capture the essence of each superhero, infusing their voices with the right amount of strength, vulnerability, and wit. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, thanks to the talented voice actors who bring their respective roles to life. Episodic Format: The season follows an episodic format, with standalone stories and interconnected arcs. While this allows for individual storylines to be explored within a single episode, it also limits the depth and complexity that can be achieved in each story. However, the overarching narrative provides a cohesive thread that ties the season together and keeps viewers engaged. Conclusion: Justice League Season 1 is a thrilling animated series that successfully brings together DC Comics' iconic superheroes in a cohesive and action-packed storyline. With its engaging plot, well-developed characters, impressive animation, and stellar voice acting, the show offers an enjoyable experience for both longtime fans and newcomers to the DC universe. While the episodic format may limit the depth of individual stories, the overall season delivers an entertaining and satisfying superhero adventure.

It's like a bunch of mini movies collected together. Really enjoyed the show. Everything is either a two-parter or three-parter episode. On the technical side: Picture and sound quality is good. There's not really a dedicated disc menu, it just plays the episodes on starting the disc. However, there is language, episode, and special feature selection via your bluray player's options button during episode playback.

The feature "Secret Origins" is shown as a 3 parter. Early scenes start with the DCAU's existing Batman/Superman teamwork developed in Superman: The Animated Series. Alien newcomer Martian Manhunter gathers 4 more team members, and they save the world, and decide to team up. "Like a bunch of Superfriends?" gibes the Flash, poking fun at Hanna-Barbera's 1970s-80s version of the Justice League America. "More like a Justice League" says Superman (who last saw flash in "Speed Demons" episode of his own show, which featured the great Superman Flash race. Order that from amazon too.). In the second story "In blackest night", you'll see the Green Lantern Corps and Guardians of the Universe. The show adapts a comic story written for Hal Jordan (who is excluded from this show, in favour of the long awaited John Stewart). Guest stars include Metamorpho and Aquaman and Etrigan in the ordinairy episodes. We're spared nothing, as the details of Aquaman's loss of hand are implied, with the aftermath shown. This set saves you buying Secret Origins and Savage Time as separate DVDs. Time travel plot lines in Savage Time pt1-3 enable us to see The Blackhawks, Sgt Rock and Easy Co, The War Wheel, and Wonder Woman's brief interlude with Steve Trevor. Now here's a twist. In 1981-89 Roy Thomas wrote incessantly about the Justice Society (and All-Star Squadron and Young All-stars) set forever in 1942. Not even the crisis on infinite earths' phasing out of the golden age Superman and Wonder Woman and Batman could stop Roy reinventing the golden age of comics. To satirize this, 4 core members of the Justice League travel to a parallel universe (in JL season 1 ep "Legends") and meet the Justice Guild of America (whose characters are clear retoolings of the Justice Society of America). There's just one catch. Are they the real JGA or not? The key to it all is their teen mascot "Ray Thomson", who has kept the world in a permanent golden age, using his amazing mental powers. Hope I haven't spoilt too much, but I hate to see the joke go to waste. This is a great first season, leaves you wanting more, which you'll get in Season 2 and Justice League Unlimited. Enjoy the extras too.

In a world where super heroes are becoming a thing of the past, their stories being rewritten to fit the the so-called "new normal", and their innocence is being taken away, you have to learn how to appreciate the yesteryear of times where good story written shows, like Justice League, depicted beloved super heroes at their prime when we tried to be them and model ourselves after them. Justice League premiered on cartoon network and just blew away our young minds at the time with its drama filled stories lines written by great writers at that time. Writers who wrote for other great animated super hero shows like Superman: The Animated Series, Batman: The Animated series, and Batman Beyond, as well. This show reignites our love for our Super Heroes and depicts them as they SHOULD BE in their purest essence of what they were written and created to project. This show is well worth the time to bask in and the money to be spent on for those who still love their Super Heroes and what they mean to them, personally.