Legends of the Super Heroes
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- Science Fiction
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The adventures of many of DC Comics greatest superheroes and villains. In the first episode, "The Challenge," the superheroes must race against time to stop the diabolical super-villains' plot to destroy the world. In the second episode, "The Roast," the superheroes pay tribute to Batman and Robin in the form of a roast which even the villains attend.
Legends of the Super Heroes is a 1979 DC Comics TV movie that brings together the publisher's greatest superheroes and villains in two action-comedy episodes. The film follows the heroes as they race to stop a world-ending villain plot, then gather for a comedic roast of Batman and Robin. This campy classic offers a unique blend of action, humor, and superhero spectacle from the late 1970s.
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Adam WestBatman
Burt WardRobin
Jeff AltmanWeather Wizard
Charlie CallasSinestro
Gabriel DellMordru
Howard MorrisDr. Sivana- Mickey MortonSolomon Grundy
William SchallertRetired Man
Aleshia BrevardGiganta- Garrett CraigCaptain Marvel
- Howard MurphyGreen Lantern
- Danuta WesleyBlack Canary
- Rod HaaseThe Flash
- Barbara JoyceThe Huntress
Gary OwensNarrator
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Legends of the Super Heroes — frequently asked
When was Legends of the Super Heroes released?
The TV movie was released on January 18, 1979.
How many episodes are in Legends of the Super Heroes?
The film consists of two episodes: 'The Challenge,' where heroes stop a villain plot to destroy the world, and 'The Roast,' a comedic tribute to Batman and Robin that includes villains as guests.
What is the tone of this DC Comics movie?
Legends of the Super Heroes blends action with comedy, leaning heavily into camp humor and lighthearted moments alongside superhero adventure.
Is Legends of the Super Heroes based on DC Comics?
Yes, the TV movie features characters and stories adapted from DC Comics, showcasing many of the publisher's most famous superheroes and villains.
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