Rating: Not Rated
Starring:
Yuri Lowenthal as Superman
Andy Milder as Lightning Lad
Kari Wahlgren as Saturn Girl
Adam Wylie as Brainiac 5
Michael Cornacchia as Bouncing Boy
Shawn Harrison as Timber Wolf
Special Features:
None
Other Info:
Fullscreen (1.33:1)
Dolby Digital Stereo Sound
French Language
Running Time: 111 Minutes
Synopsis:
The following is from the official DVD description:
“Favorite Teen Super Heroes In The Showdown Of Their Lives.
In the next millennium, humanity’s fate rests on the broad shoulders of Clark Kent, an awkward Kansas teen with no idea he’s bound for greatness. With the help of teen heroes Bouncing Boy, Brainiac 5, Saturn Girl and Lightning Lad, Clark Kent time-travels to the 31st century and fulfills his destiny as Superman in the Legion of Super Heroes.
In these five action-packed episodes from the hit TV series, the Legion faces galactic disaster, takes down criminal masterminds and battles their arch-nemesis, the Fatal Five. But when an ancient weapon known as the Sun Eater threatens to destroy Earth, the Legion must ally with their enemies to stop it – and even their combined powers won’t be enough to guarantee the Legion’s survival! Soar with your favorite heroes through some stellar adventures!
Episodes:
– The Substitutes
– Child’s Play
– Chain of Command
– Sundown Part 1 and 2 ”
“Legion of Superheroes: Volume 3” is not rated.
Mini-Review:
This DVD features 5 episodes from the TV series. It’s a little bit odd because the only really recognizable character on the show is Superman. I kind of wonder if that hurts the series as far as attracting viewers, but once you get into it, the other characters begin to grow on you. Braniac 5 is somewhat recognizable thanks to his villainous ancestor, but most viewers have probably never heard of Bouncing Boy, Saturn Girl, Lightning Lad, or some of the others. The series is unique in that it can easily venture into high action/adventure or comedy with ease. “The Substitutes” demonstrates this as a group of hero rejects with lame powers must battle a Z-Grade villain who may destroy the Earth. It’s filled with a lot of hilarious over-the-top moments that culminate with the day being saved by a hero who turns into an inert statue as his power. But then you can have episodes like “Sundown” where the epic action takes place.
I sat my kids down in front of this series and they thoroughly enjoyed it. They were still for a half hour which is great. Comic fans will want to check it out too. I think DC fans may appreciate the vast array of characters on a different level than other fans.
Unfortunately, there are no bonus features on this DVD. I suppose you’ll have to wait for the full season DVD for that.
