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1996 · TV SERIES

Superman: The Animated Series

Clark Kent, a mild‑mannered Daily Planet reporter, must juggle his secret life as Superman to stop powerful supervillains from destroying Metropolis and endanger the world.

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First aired
1996
Rated
TV-PG
Seasons
3 seasons
AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy

Superman is an incredibly powerful alien from the planet Krypton who defends Metropolis from supercriminals. He conceals his identity behind the glasses of Clark Kent, a mild-mannered reporter for the newspaper the Daily Planet. At the Daily Planet, Superman works with fellow reporter Lois Lane and photographer Jimmy Olsen.

Seasons & Episodes

  1. 1.01The Last Son of Krypton (1)Sep 6, 1996Rate

    Jor-El, a scientist and member of Krypton's ruling Council, sends his infant son Kal-El to Earth in a spacecraft to save him as Krypton faces destruction.

  2. 1.02The Last Son of Krypton (2)Sep 6, 1996Rate

    Clark Kent, after coming to terms with his extraordinary origins, embraces his powers and introduces himself to the world as the superhero Superman in Metropolis.

  3. 1.03The Last Son of Krypton (3)Sep 6, 1996Rate

    Superman prevents Lex Luthor from selling an advanced weapon, the LEXO-SKEL SUIT 5000, to Kaznian terrorists through their agent, John Corben.

  4. 1.04Fun and GamesSep 7, 1996Rate

    Superman intervenes when Toyman targets Metropolis criminal Bruno Mannheim and reporter Lois Lane, seeking revenge.

  5. 1.05A Little Piece of HomeSep 14, 1996Rate

    Lex Luthor uncovers Superman's susceptibility to Kryptonite and devises a plan to use this discovery to permanently eliminate the superhero. His scheme escalates tensions and forces Superman into a desperate battle to survive.

  6. 1.06Feeding TimeSep 21, 1996Rate

    Janitor Rudy Jones is transformed by toxic chemicals into the energy-draining Parasite and captures Superman to use him as a personal power source.

  7. 1.07The Way of All FleshOct 19, 1996Rate

    Lex Luthor transforms terrorist John Corben into Metallo, a cyborg armed with a Kryptonite heart, and sends him on a mission to kill Superman.

  8. 1.08Stolen MemoriesNov 2, 1996Rate

    Brainiac, a powerful artificial intelligence from Krypton, arrives on Earth to collect global knowledge, but Superman soon realizes that the alien entity's true goal is to destroy the planet after its data collection is complete.

  9. 1.09The Main Man (1)Nov 9, 1996Rate

    Lobo, an intergalactic bounty hunter, is hired to capture Superman, but a betrayal by the Preserver—a collector of rare species—results in both being captured and placed in the Preserver's private zoo.

  10. 1.10The Main Man (2)Nov 16, 1996Rate

    Superman forms an uneasy alliance with Lobo to evade the Preserver and a group of bounty hunters who seek revenge against Superman.

  11. 1.11My GirlNov 23, 1996Rate

    Lana Lang, Clark Kent's childhood sweetheart, arrives in Metropolis and risks her safety by attempting to gather information on Lex Luthor on Superman's behalf.

  12. 1.12Tools of the TradeFeb 1, 1997Rate

    Bruno Mannheim leads Intergang in a high-tech assault on Metropolis using weapons provided by Darkseid, while SCU Inspector Dan Turpin pursues a personal investigation into the threat.

  13. 1.13Two's a CrowdFeb 15, 1997Rate

    Superman seeks help from the Parasite to extract crucial information from a comatose scientist whose knowledge could prevent a bomb from detonating.

  1. 2.01Blasts from the Past (1)Sep 8, 1997Rate

    Superman frees Mala, a dangerous Kryptonian criminal, from the Phantom Zone, but she quickly becomes a threat due to her insatiable ambition. After Mala steals the Phantom Zone Projector, she unleashes Jax-Ur, one of Krypton's most infamous traitors, onto Earth.

  2. 2.02Blasts from the Past (2)Sep 9, 1997Rate

    Superman and Professor Hamilton work together to construct a new Phantom Zone projector in an effort to counter a threat. Jax-Ur and Mala kidnap Superman and destroy the device, leaving Lois and Professor Hamilton to mount a rescue mission before the attacks escalate.

  3. 2.03The PrometheonSep 12, 1997Rate

    A massive, powerful humanoid being crashes to Earth, possessing the ability to absorb and manipulate heat energy, posing a serious threat to the planet. Superman must confront the creature and find a way to defeat it before it causes widespread destruction, ultimately aiming to return it to space.

  4. 2.04Speed DemonsSep 13, 1997Rate

    The Flash joins forces with Superman to stop Mark Mardon, also known as the Weather Wizard, who threatens to unleash a deadly hurricane on Metropolis.

  5. 2.05LivewireSep 13, 1997Rate

    Radio shock-jock Leslie Willis is transformed into a being of pure electricity and embarks on a media-driven crusade to drain Metropolis's power and attack Superman.

  6. 2.06Identity CrisisSep 15, 1997Rate

    Superman faces Bizarro, a flawed genetic copy of himself, who attempts to assume Superman's role as Metropolis's protector.

  7. 2.07TargetSep 19, 1997Rate

    A former LexCorp inventor, Edward Lytener, seeks explosive revenge, making Lois the target of his vengeful scheme.

  8. 2.08MxyzpixilatedSep 20, 1997Rate

    Superman faces off against Mxyzptlk, a mischievous five-dimensional imp, in a contest of intelligence and cunning rather than strength.

  9. 2.09Action FiguresSep 20, 1997Rate

    Metallo washes ashore on a remote island as an active volcano shows signs of imminent eruption. Suffering from temporary amnesia, he struggles to remember his identity or how he arrived there.

  10. 2.10Double DoseSep 22, 1997Rate

    Livewire breaks out of prison with a vendetta against Superman and seeks an alliance with the Parasite to carry out her plan.

  11. 2.11Solar PowerSep 26, 1997Rate

    Edward Lytener, after escaping from Stryker's Island, transforms into the villain Luminus. He devises a plan to disable Superman by manipulating satellites to filter out all sunlight except for the red spectrum.

  12. 2.12Brave New MetropolisSep 27, 1997Rate

    Lois Lane accidentally enters an alternate reality in which Superman and Lex Luthor jointly rule Metropolis as authoritarian leaders.

  13. 2.13Monkey FunSep 27, 1997Rate

    A monkey that has returned from space begins to grow to enormous proportions and poses a threat to Metropolis.

  14. 2.14Ghost in the MachineSep 29, 1997Rate

    Lex Luthor is compelled to construct a new physical form for Brainiac, who has infiltrated and transferred himself into LexCorp's computer systems.

  15. 2.15Father's DayOct 3, 1997Rate

    Kalibak, Darkseid's son, arrives in Metropolis with the intent to kill Superman and demonstrate his worth to his father.

  16. 2.16World's Finest (1)Oct 4, 1997Rate

    Batman goes to Metropolis after the Joker steals a solid Kryptonite statue and forms an alliance with Lex Luthor to take down Superman.

  17. 2.17World's Finest (2)Oct 4, 1997Rate

    Lois Lane begins a romantic relationship with Bruce Wayne, but her life is endangered when the Joker abducts her in a plot to entice Superman into a deadly confrontation.

  18. 2.18World's Finest (3)Oct 4, 1997Rate

    Lois Lane ends her relationship with Bruce Wayne after discovering his secret identity as Batman. Meanwhile, Lex Luthor attempts to break his partnership with the Joker, but the Joker captures Lex and uses a high-powered aircraft to launch an attack on Metropolis.

  19. 2.19The Hand of FateOct 6, 1997Rate

    Superman seeks the help of the reclusive and uninterested wizard superhero Doctor Fate to contain a powerful demon that has been unleashed.

  20. 2.20Bizarro's WorldOct 10, 1997Rate

    Bizarro becomes aware of Krypton's destruction and tries to replicate the catastrophe in Metropolis. His actions threaten the city as he attempts to recreate the events that led to his homeworld's demise.

  21. 2.21PrototypeOct 11, 1997Rate

    A police officer is given a powerful suit of armor, but he becomes corrupted by the immense power it provides.

  22. 2.22The Late Mr. KentNov 1, 1997Rate

    Clark Kent is presumed dead following a car crash, forcing Superman to act alone as he works to clear an innocent man accused of murder and uncover the true perpetrator.

  23. 2.23Heavy MetalNov 8, 1997Rate

    Superman joins forces with John Henry Irons, also known as Steel, to confront the metallic villain Metallo and stop his threat to Metropolis.

  24. 2.24Warrior QueenNov 22, 1997Rate

    The Queen of Almerac, Maxima, abducts Superman and demands that he marry her, leading to a conflict as he resists her advances and attempts to return to Earth.

  25. 2.25Apokolips... Now! (1)Feb 7, 1998Rate

    Superman forms an unlikely alliance with Orion, a warrior from the war-torn planet Apokolips, to confront Darkseid, who is planning a major assault on Earth.

  26. 2.26Apokolips... Now! (2)Feb 14, 1998Rate

    Darkseid launches an invasion of Earth alongside Steppenwolf, prompting Superman to rally the people of Metropolis and New Genesis forces to defend the planet. Though Superman manages to halt the invasion, the battle comes at a significant cost.

  27. 2.27Little Girl Lost (1)May 2, 1998Rate

    Superman saves a young Kryptonian girl named Kara, the last survivor of the colony of Argos, and takes her in to raise as his own.

  28. 2.28Little Girl Lost (2)May 2, 1998Rate

    Supergirl travels to the war-torn planet Apokolips in an attempt to rescue Superman after he is captured by Granny Goodness and her elite warriors, the Female Furies.

  1. 3.01Where There's SmokeSep 19, 1998Rate

    Superman becomes involved in a conflict between Volcana, a woman possessing extraordinary supernatural abilities, and government agents seeking to harness her powers for military use.

  2. 3.02Knight TimeOct 10, 1998Rate

    Superman takes on the identity of Batman to locate Bruce Wayne after he is taken hostage.

  3. 3.03New Kids in TownOct 31, 1998Rate

    Brainiac travels back in time from 2979 to eliminate a young Clark Kent before he becomes Superman, prompting the Legion of Super-Heroes to send Saturn Girl, Cosmic Boy, and Chameleon Boy to stop him.

  4. 3.04ObsessionNov 14, 1998Rate

    Superman faces off against the Toyman, who attempts to kidnap Darci Mason, a well-known supermodel and robot constructed by the Toyman himself.

  5. 3.05Little Big Head ManNov 21, 1998Rate

    Mr. Mxyzptlk uses his magical powers to bring Bizarro to Metropolis, where he causes chaos and challenges Superman.

  6. 3.06Absolute PowerJan 16, 1999Rate

    Superman discovers a planet under the control of the ruthless rulers Jax-Ur and Mala, who have established a brutal regime from the Phantom Zone.

  7. 3.07In Brightest Day...Feb 6, 1999Rate

    Superman partners with Green Lantern Kyle Rayner to confront the villain Sinestro and prevent his dangerous plans.

  8. 3.08Superman's PalFeb 20, 1999Rate

    Jimmy gains recognition as Superman's friend, a title that initially seems admirable but soon draws significant danger and complications into his life.

  9. 3.09A Fish StoryMay 8, 1999Rate

    Marine creatures launch an assault on Metropolis after Aquaman is captured by Lex Luthor.

  10. 3.10UnityMay 15, 1999Rate

    Superman and Supergirl join forces to protect Smallville from a threat posed by an extraterrestrial force.

  11. 3.11The Demon RebornSep 18, 1999Rate

    Superman and Batman join forces to confront an older Ra's al Ghul, who believes Superman holds the secret to achieving eternal life.

  12. 3.12Legacy (1)Feb 5, 2000Rate

    Superman loses his memory and is taken in by Darkseid, who seeks to use him as a means to conquer Earth.

  13. 3.13Legacy (2)Feb 12, 2000Rate

    Superman escapes Darkseid's influence and travels to Apokolips in an effort to end Darkseid's reign and prevent further destruction.

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