Justice League: Gods and Monsters (2015)

Justice League: Gods and Monsters (2015)

Dir. Sam Liu

An alternative universe story in which the League's primary members, that's Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman, are superpowered killers, autonomous but sanctioned by the government - for as long as it suits either party to keep the association. Superman's idea of leadership is to respect his fellow League members and to trample all others who may be in his way. Feared by a vast percentage of the populace, he looks upon himself as a God among ants.

The last son of Krypton's origin story has been shown many times in DC's output. Gods and Monsters does it yet again, but with a difference, one that explains his domineering and militaristic attitude. There's a similarly flashbacked origin story for the other two members, too. It's not just their costumes that differ from those of the usual Justice League world.

Teen Titans (2003-06)

Teen Titans (2003-06)

5 seasons | 65 episodes total, approx 22 mins each.

From front centre and going clockwise, the TT's are Robin, Beast Boy, Raven, Starfire, and Cyborg.

Their base of operations is a T-shaped skyscraper named Titans Tower, located on an island in Jump City bay. Besides the obligatory training rooms and gym, it has a large TV for movies and video games because even superheroes need a hobby.

Just like their elder peers in the DC universe, the teens defend the world from those that would threaten personal freedoms, all while battling personal conflicts. The latter may be unique to each member, but more often than not problems are best resolved through teamwork, highlighting the importance of acknowledging and accepting individual strengths and weaknesses, which is a theme that defines the series, overall.