Superman: Man of Tomorrow
(2020),
Director: Chris Palmer, rated PG-13
Before he was the Man of
Steel he was the Man of Tomorrow.
 Starring:
(voice talents of:) Darren Criss, Alexandra Daddario, Zachary
Quinto, Ike Amadi, Ryan Hurst, Brett Dalton, Neil Flynn, Bellamy
Young, Piotr Michael
DML Rating:
★★★★★★☆☆☆☆
- above average
"Becoming a man means
making these choices for yourself. Just be ready. Because each
choice, each action, has consequences." -
Jonathan Kent to Clark
Why watch this? This
DCU animated Superman reboot has some really creative touches.
Plot Summary:
Young Clark Kent begins working as an intern at the Daily Planet
in Metropolis, secretly using his powers to help others while
navigating life alongside Lois Lane. He is soon thrust into the
public eye as he must confront intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo
and the power-absorbing villain. As the world learns about
Superman, he faces the daunting task of saving the city and
proving his worth as a hero.
Dad's Preview:
There is a lot here to like. A very novice Clark Kent is
struggling with coming out. Will humans trust or fear
him? He has questions? This story certainly shows that his
first alien contacts are the crude and violent Lobo, a
Czarnian, and the benevolent J'onn J'onzz, a Martian. I
really liked Clark's interactions between J'onn, Lois and
his parents. I also enjoyed the energy Parasite that grows
to kaiju-size and poses a real threat to the Man of Steel.
What felt out of place were a few unnecessary curse words.
Regardless, this is a good start to what fans now call the "Tomorrowverse".

Warner Bros.
Animation; DC Entertainment; Warner
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