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Superman: The Animated Series

(Rated TV-Y7, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Timothy Daly, Dana Delany, Clancy Brown, Where to watch: Boomerang, DVD)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Is it a bird or a plane? No, it's a super series!

Why We Rated This on for Ages 7 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Superman is a noble role model with integrity who defends the greater good.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Very little bloodshed, but fairly frequent fistfights that often result in death.

  • Sexy stuff:

    Some innuendoes, and some female characters have slightly risque body language and attire.

  • Language:

    Lots of dry humor -- nothing inappropriate, but over the head of some kids.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Superman: The Animated Series

Parents need to know that this take on the Man of Steel is a mature, serious cartoon. Although not quite as dark as other DC Comics spin-offs -- such as Batman Beyond and Justice League -- this adaptation still has its share of edgier content, including some innuendoes and violence.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about heroism. What makes Superman heroic? Does he fight for the greater good? Who's your favorite super hero? How can someone without special powers be a hero?
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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    dog in black
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0
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    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    superman is the best

    I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!! awesome show the 1 and 2 seasons were really good. the 1 and 2 seasons are good for 9+ BUT THE 3 SEASON IS WAY TO VIOLENT FOR A KIDS SHOW I AND I AM 12 AND I GOT freaked out AT SOME senes the 3 season is for 11+

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    dan555
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it 5.0

    One of the best comic book based shows around.

    This show is rated TVY7FV, not TVY7!

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