Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

2009

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Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

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Lex Luthor has been elected President of the United States, he's using an earthbound Kryptonite asteroid as grounds for declaring a $1 billion bounty on the heads of Superman and Batman. Now, the two heroes must team up to save both the planet and their own necks. They can't do it on their own, but finding help won't be easy because every hero and villain on the planet is looking to collect that juicy bounty. Upon learning that Luthor's criminal ambition reaches well beyond the borders of North America, Superman and Batman realize that clearing their good names may be the least of their worries. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Rating:

PG-13
Genre:

Action & Adventure, Animation, Kids & Family
Directed By:

Sam Liu
Written By:

Stan Berkowitz
In Theaters:

Sep 29, 2009 wide
On Disc/Streaming:

Sep 29, 2009
Runtime:

75 minutes
Studio:

WARNER BROTHERS PICTURES

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Cast

Kevin Conroy
as Batman/Bruce Wayne

Tim Daly
as Superman/Clark Kent

Clancy Brown
as Lex Luthor

John C. McGinley
as Metallo

Allison Mack
as Power Girl

CCH Pounder
as Amanda Waller

Xander Berkeley
as Captain Atom

Ricardo Antonio Chavira
as Major Force

LeVar Burton
as Black Lightning

Corey Burton
as Solomon Grundy

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Critic Reviews for Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

All Critics (3) | DVD (4)

centers on the interesting relationship between the two title heroes, but wastes time with lots and lots of cameos by other superheroes and super-villains.

Oct 4, 2009 | Full Review…

Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid
...mechanical, from the characters to the plot to the action.

Oct 1, 2009 | Rating: 5/10 | Full Review…

John J. Puccio
Movie Metropolis
Yet another great DC direct to DVD feature...

Sep 26, 2009 | Full Review…

Felix Vasquez Jr.
Cinema Crazed

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Audience Reviews for Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

Nov 10, 2016

An average straight to DVD animated movie with some pretty decent animation too, It was great to see so many characters in this short but action packed film, Batman and Superman were great on screen together that the Kids will enjoy it more even if the story isn't told too great.

Jamie C Super Reviewer
Jul 08, 2016

Superman-Batman: Public Enemies does well in highlighting the powerhouses as a team combining their wits and creating a well-formulated duo. Along with nice CGI-work and a fair story, this DC adaptation is entertaining. 3.5/5

Eugene B Super Reviewer
Mar 18, 2016

In preparation for the upcoming Batman V Superman film, I've decided to revisit a few of each of the heroes' feature films, especially those where they come in direct conflict with one another. 2016 is a big year for comic-book films. Batman and Superman are obviously squaring off very soon, but so is Captain America and Iron Man in Civil War. For all intents and purposes, 'Public Enemies' is DC's version of that comic book storyline. We begin as Lex Luthor takes over as president, using tactics similar to a presidential candidate running for office this year, which gives this film an interesting significance among films of this genre. The film is very much formulated like every other superhero movie, but I liked seeing parallels and a few valid points about society as a whole today. For the most part, it's just one punch after another, but for the avid superhero fan, that's enough. Batman and Superman are close friends here and for once, on the same side of the coin. After a framed murder from Lex on Supes, him and Batman become public enemies among the entire country. This even includes other members of the Justice League who were dumb enough to think Lex was a serious presidential candidate. Throughout the film you get appearances from famous villains like Solomon Grundy or Mongo and heroes like Hawkman and Shazam, all there to take in Batman and Superman. The film loses its political and moral focus a bit as it slips into an action extravaganza with all these heroes and villains, but eventually it gets back on track. The best part about the film is once again the dynamic between Batman and Superman. Conroy and Daly once again voice the two heroes as they take on a friendly bond this time around. Heck even Christopher Drake does the score. If you're a superhero fan, it's hard not to believe you would enjoy watching this film, but it's nowhere near the cerebral masterpiece that The Dark Knight Returns or some of the other animated films are. At the very least, the film is a smart commentary on corruption and misrepresentation in the media, which is something you barely see in a superhero flick. +Voice talent, enough said +Cool appearances from heroes and villains +Christopher Drake +Commentary on our society -Fight scenes take over the fascinating elements of the story sometimes 8.2/10

Thomas D Super Reviewer
Apr 18, 2013

Based on the hit comic book series, Superman/Batman: Public Enemies brings together two of DC's biggest properties in an exciting adventure. When Lex Luthor is elected President of the United States he tries to bring superheroes under the control of the government, but when Superman refuses he's setup for a crime that he didn't commit and is branded as an outlaw. Tim Daly, Kevin Conroy, Clancy Brown, and CCH Pounder reprise their characters from the Justice League series, and deliver solid performances. The animation is the best it's ever been, and is especially crisp and vivid. Thrilling and action packed, Superman/Batman: Public Enemies continues the Justice League continuity and is fun and entertaining.

Dann M Super Reviewer