Young Justice Review

What you need to know: A group of Super Hero Side ki...er... assistants band together to form a junior version of the Justice league.


What you'll love

Guest Appearances: In the first few minutes of the pilot we see virtually every member of the Justice League. Furthermore the characters have actual roles, they aren't just window dressing. It's a tricky balance but I hope we continue to see Justice League members as a part of the show. At the very least these legends should loom large in the minds of the kids.

Action: The biggest critique I have in terms of the animated DCU is that the movies are just one big fight scene. There's not nearly enough story. Young Justice borders on this but never crosses the line. There's a good mix of action and story.

Characterization: I found the cast and more importantly the writer's take on them to be very likable. They represent the kind of angst only youth can bring.

Continuity light: I didn't grow up reading DC comics, I've never even heard of the Young Justice comic book. So it was nice to be able to grasp everything that was going on in the series without having nitpick over comic continuity. Young Justice is a hodge podge between the comic and the Teen Titans series.

Clever plot: I loved the way the plot developed slowly as the hour progressed, the show's script was very strong. The story itself was clever and engaging at the same time. Leaving you wanting more at the end.


What you won't

Continuity Hawks Beware: There are many differences between this version and the comic.(which is why they call it an adaptation by the way) But if you're expecting the comic you'll be disappointed.

Kid Friendly: The very nature of this series, says that it will appeal to kids more so than normal Justice League series. And while they don't make it as kiddy as Teen Titans. I think as this series progresses we will find that kids like it better than the adults. There's aren't enough easter egss, or wink and nods towards the adults.

Where were the women: There's just no excuse for it. They threw in Miss Martian at the end of the pilot, but it really was a throw away scene. Also Wonder Woman's absence is notable. How hard would it be to have a Young Amazonian girl join the team. And WW play the role of the protective mentor. Seems like a no brainer to me.


Bottom Line: I think my kids will love this series. As for me and other adults, it's worth watching, but I don't think it's anything special.(yet)


Grade: B