SUMMARY: Running Time: 11 Min.
Directed by Jake Castorena, this episode first aired in the U.S. on April 29, 2017. Overpowering Wonder Woman, Lex Luthor and Circe breach Themyscira’s defenses and swipe Queen Hippolyta’s mystical staff. Accompanied by Superman & Batman, Wonder Woman pursues the two villains into the bizarre Forgotten Realm.
Once claiming the Oculus of the Argo, Luthor gains the power of Zeus himself. Even a showdown with DC’s three greatest super-heroes might not be enough to stop Luthor this time.
Wonder Woman: Rachel Kimsey
Superman: Jason J. Lewis
Batman: Kevin Conroy
Queen Hippolyta: Julianne Grossman
Lex Luthor: James Woods
Circe: Laura Post
Unidentified Amazonians: Uncredited
Note: For whatever reason, data re: official episode numbers and original air dates for this series vary depending upon its source, so such info should really be taken as a best guess.
REVIEW:
This high-caliber episode could easily be adapted into a storyline for Trinity (Superman / Wonder Woman / Batman’s monthly team-up series). The voice cast is spot-on, including Julianne Grossman’s snooty Queen Hippolyta and James Woods’ fast-talking Luthor. The normally chintzy animation, which gives Justice League Action its distinctive web series-like look, is nicely bolstered by the better-than-expected script.
Considering the target audience is the undemanding age 10-and-under crowd, even adult fans should like this exciting Justice League adventure.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8½ Stars
Note: This episode is on the Justice League Action: Superpowers United! 2-disc DVD set (which collects the first half of the series).
