227 Essential Films in the DC Universe
224 titles
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WatchmenMovie · 2009 · 163m · Mystery, Action, Science FictionIn a dark, alternate 1985, a government crackdown has ended the era of costumed heroes. When one of these masked veterans is murdered, an investigation begins into who killed them. The surviving heroes reunite to protect themselves, but their investigation reveals a dangerous plot that threatens everyone.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 202
The Death and Return of SupermanMovie · 2019 · 166mThe story of Superman's death and the events that followed, now in a feature-length animated film. Experience the intense conflict between the Justice League and the powerful alien Doomsday, a battle that only Superman can win, irrevocably altering Metropolis.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 203
The Dark Knight RisesMovie · 2012 · 165m · Action, Crime, DramaAfter District Attorney Harvey Dent's death, Batman takes the blame for Dent's crimes to safeguard his memory, becoming the target of the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman meets Selina Kyle and faces Bane, a new terrorist leader who overpowers Gotham's forces. The Dark Knight returns to defend a city that now sees him as a threat.IMDb 8.4TMDB 7.8 - 204
SupermanMovie · 1978 · 144m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureThis is the story of Clark Kent, a journalist at the Daily Planet who secretly lives a double life as the superhero Superman. He tries to balance his work and his feelings for Lois Lane while protecting the city from danger. When Lex Luthor, a powerful businessman, plans to take over the world, Superman must stop him from causing global disaster. Facing increasing danger and with time running out, Superman confronts his biggest challenge yet, all while dealing with the difficulties of relationships and the possibility of love.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 205
Batman Unlimited: Monster MayhemMovie · 2015 · 81m · Action, Animation, FamilyFor his Halloween plan to cripple Gotham City with technological failure and seize control, the Joker enlists the help of Solomon Grundy, Silver Banshee, Clayface, and Scarecrow.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.3 - 206
DC Super Hero Girls: Super Hero HighMovie · 2016 · 44mAt Super Hero High, DC's brightest young heroes hone their abilities for a future of crime-fighting. When Supergirl crashes into the cafeteria, it's clear she needs more training. As she learns to control her powers, the Junior Detective Club investigates a series of security breaches. Could the culprit be the reformed villain and school vice-principal, Gorilla Grodd, or is something more sinister at play?IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 207
Justice League: WarMovie · 2014 · 79m · Animation, ActionEarth faces invasion from a massive alien fleet commanded by the formidable Darkseid of Apokolips. To protect humanity, a team of superheroes – Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Cyborg, and Shazam – must overcome their conflicts and unite to fight back.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 208
Joker: Folie à DeuxMovie · 2024 · 138m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerAs Arthur Fleck grapples with his divided sense of self, he unexpectedly discovers both genuine affection and the musical expression he's always possessed.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.4 - 209
The Lego MovieMovie · 2014 · 100m · Animation, Family, AdventureA regular Lego mini-figure is mistaken for the legendary MasterBuilder and unexpectedly joins a mission to defeat a wicked Lego tyrant who threatens to take over the entire universe.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 210
LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro LeagueMovie · 2015 · 48m · Action, Adventure, AnimationSuperman's clone, Bizarro, is causing widespread trouble. He consistently misunderstands instructions, acts contrary to his intentions, and generally behaves wrongly. Because people in Metropolis mistake Bizarro for Superman, the Man of Steel decides Bizarro needs to be relocated – to another planet. The Justice League must then work with these strange, reversed versions of themselves to confront Darkseid and protect the galaxy.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.2 - 211
InjusticeMovie · 2021 · 78m · Animation, Science Fiction, FantasyAfter Lois Lane's death, Superman becomes dangerously unstable and attempts to rule the planet. To prevent this, Batman assembles a group of heroes dedicated to fighting for freedom. However, the conflict between these superheroes escalates into a full-scale war, threatening the survival of humanity.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.3 - 212
Superman: The Last Son of KryptonMovie · 1996 · 64mBorn on the doomed planet Krypton, Clark Kent is the sole survivor. He comes to Earth and, with extraordinary abilities, dedicates himself to protecting the people of his new home, ultimately becoming Superman.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1 - 213
Batman BeyondMovie · 2014 · 2m · Action, Animation, Science FictionThis comic book celebrates 75 years of Batman by revisiting the world of Batman Beyond, where Terry McGinnis' futuristic Dark Knight confronts his greatest challenge yet: himself.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.0 - 214
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part TwoMovie · 2024 · 94m · Animation, Science Fiction, ActionA relentless army of shadow demons threatens to destroy all realities. The only hope is a powerful team of superheroes, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, and others. However, even their combined strength can't stop the demons. What motivates this unstoppable force? And how will hidden truths about the Monitor and Supergirl jeopardize humanity's final stand?IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.7 - 215
Wonder Woman: Who's Afraid of Diana Prince?Movie · 1967 · 4mIn 1967, the first attempt to bring Wonder Woman to television depicts Diana living with her mother near a U.S. Air Force base. A significant portion of the film involves her mother scolding Diana for not having a boyfriend. Once her mother departs, Diana transforms into Wonder Woman, admiring her reflection. The image she sees is not herself, but a glamorous superheroine (played by Linda Harrison), who then poses and preens to the tune of "Oh, You Beautiful Doll."IMDb 3.3TMDB 4.5 - 216
Batman: Assault on ArkhamMovie · 2014 · 76m · Thriller, Animation, ActionBatman races against time to locate a bomb hidden by the Joker, all while Amanda Waller dispatches her new Suicide Squad on a mission to infiltrate Arkham Asylum and retrieve crucial data stolen by the Riddler.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 217
Merry Little BatmanMovie · 2023 · 97m · Animation, Action, FamilyThis Christmas, Damian Wayne wishes to be a superhero like his father, Batman. While Batman battles Gotham's villains on Christmas Eve, Damian is left home alone and discovers a plot to steal Christmas. He seizes the opportunity to save the holiday.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 218
Batman: Strange DaysMovie · 2014 · 3m · Action, Animation, TV MovieThis story from Batman's history finds the Dark Knight pursuing an unusual giant to the hidden headquarters of Hugo Strange.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 219
Batman vs. Two-FaceMovie · 2017 · 72m · Action, Animation, ComedyHarvey Dent, the former District Attorney of Gotham City, is left permanently disfigured by acid on one side of his face. Driven to criminal acts, he operates according to the whims of a tarnished, two-headed silver dollar. Each decision he makes, each action he takes, is determined by its outcome.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 220
Watchmen: Chapter IMovie · 2024 · 84m · Animation, Drama, Science FictionIn 1985, the killing of a government-backed superhero forces his former teammates to abandon their hidden lives and investigate. Their search for answers reveals a dangerous mystery that endangers their own lives and the future of everyone.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.4 - 221
The Adventures of SuperboyMovie · 1961 · 30mJimmy Olsen, a friend of Clark Kent and Lana Lang, is embarrassed by his father’s job as a doorman at the Smallville theater. His feelings shift when Superboy uses the doorman’s assistance to stop a robbery.IMDb 6.2TMDB 3.8 - 222
Batman vs. RobinMovie · 2015 · 80m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureDamian Wayne struggles with his father's strict prohibition against killing. At the same time, Gotham City faces escalating dangers from adversaries like the deranged Dollmaker and the enigmatic Court of Owls.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 223
The LosersMovie · 2010 · 97m · Action, Adventure, CrimeIn the Bolivian jungle, a team of highly trained commandos is betrayed and left for dead. They must now team up with a mysterious operative named Aisha to track down those responsible and seek revenge.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 224
Wonder WomanMovie · 2009 · 74m · Action, Adventure, AnimationOn the hidden island of Themyscira, the Amazons, a powerful race of female warriors, have raised Princess Diana. Diana is exceptionally beautiful, graceful, and strong. When an American Army pilot, Steve Trevor, crashes on the island, Diana breaks Amazon law by joining him as he returns to the world of men.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2
