Reign of the Supermen
Nothing ever truly dies.
Overview
In the wake of The Death of Supermen, the world is still mourning the loss of the Man of Steel following his fatal battle with the monster Doomsday. However, no sooner as his body been laid to rest than do four new bearers of the Superman shield come forward to take on the mantle. The Last Son of Krypton, Superboy, Steel, and the Cyborg Superman all attempt to fill the vacuum left by the world's greatest champion. Meanwhile, Superman's death has also signaled to the universe that Earth is vulnerable. Can these new Supermen and the rest of the heroes prove them wrong?
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Originally comic book miniseries, 'Superman: Red Son' and 'Kingdom Come' were written by Mark Millar and Alex Ross respectively. 'Reign of the Supermen' brings these stories to life as a direct-to-video animated film.
- The movie offers an engaging adaptation of the 'Superman: Red Son' and 'Kingdom Come' storylines, which explore unique takes on Superman's character.
- The animation quality is impressive, showcasing detailed visuals that capture the essence of these iconic stories.
- The film delves into thought-provoking themes such as morality, power, and identity in a superhero context.
Fun Facts
- 'Reign of the Supermen' features four different incarnations of Superman, each with distinct powers and personalities based on the comics.
- In 'Superman: Red Son', Superman is born in the Soviet Union, leading to a world where he supports communism instead of capitalism.
- The character Steel, who appears in 'Kingdom Come', was originally introduced as a nod to Henry Cavill, the actor who played Superman in the live-action films at that time.