Ordinarily, live-action superhero movies tend to receive all the press coverage and that has mostly been the case in 2022. However, the DC League Of Super-Pets managed to break the norm thanks to a star-studded cast and a magnificent storyline. As such, the movie went on to gross $193.7 million globally (via Box Office Mojo). Genre fans will thus be hoping that the animated movies continue to make headlines like the recent Warner Bros. offering.

So, what are some other amazing superhero animated movies like DC League Of Super-Pets? In general, DC tends to fair much better in the animated department than Marvel, but that doesn’t mean Spider-Man and company are left far behind. Redditors have named what they believe are the greatest-ever movies in this category.

Batman: Under The Red Hood (2010)

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Red Hood wielding a knife in the rain in Batman: Under The Red Hood

A masked vigilante named Red Hood takes over Gotham by storm, and Batman soon discovers it’s someone he knows all too well. Auric_aura shares their thoughts on it, writing: “A great movie, truly surprised me.”

Not always do Black Mask and the Joker get to collaborate in matters of crime but they do so here, turning the movie into a villain-fest, especially when Red Hood comes into the picture too. Watching two of the greatest Batman villains on the same playground is fun and Under The Red Hood goes a step further by not keeping things PG. The movie has arguably one of the most brutal death scenes where the Joker clobbers Jason Todd with a crowbar. But all the awesomeness wouldn’t be possible if not for the great voice cast that consists of Jenson Ackles and Neil Patrick Harris.

Hulk Vs Wolverine (2009)

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A scene from Hulk Vs Wolverine

In the movie, Wolverine attempts to prevent Savage Hulk from destroying several locations, including Asgard. Pappajay2001 says the movie “had some of the best Deadpool scenes in any media.”

The Redditor is right about Deadpool being the true star of the movie despite him only being a supporting character. He is at his comical best, taking the whole situation as a joke whereas Wolverine is even worried about his life. Overall, the movie works because of the amazing fight scenes rather than the plot. The dialogue is unforgettable to one-liners such as “I'm the best at what I do, but what I do isn't very nice.”

Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox (2013)

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The Flash in Justice League The Flashpoint Paradox

The Flash tries to erase an alternate timeline to prevent a war between Aquaman’s Atlantis and Wonder Woman’s Themyscira. Redditor o-o-o-o-o-o · thinks “the alternate timeline was pretty cool.”

The Arrowverse’s “Crisis On Infinite Earths” storyline proved that multiverse storylines can be a lot of fun if done right and The Flashpoint Paradox’s 100% Rotten Tomatoes score proves that everyone in the production team took their job seriously. With over 30 different superheroes and supervillains, the movie sure does a great job of satisfying every DC fan. And true to the multiverse themes, some of the best DC alternate realities, notably one where Bruce Wayne gets killed by Joe Chill and his father Thomas Wayne becomes Batman instead.

Megamind (2010)

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Megamind puts a name plate on his desk in Megamind

The supervillain Megamind becomes bored after killing his enemy, so he creates a new superhero, only for the new hero to become eviler than him. PolishParker24 states that it “was really funny and an overall good superhero movie.”

Thanks to an A-list voice cast that includes Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, J. K Simmons, Ben Stiller, and Will Ferrell, Megamind’s characters are a lot of fun. And in a space that’s mostly occupied by DC and Marvel offerings, the DreamWorks entry comes off as very refreshing. While the splash of color is pleasant to younger viewers, the solid storyline is very satisfying to older audiences.

Spider-Man: Into The Spiderverse (2018)

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All the Spider-Men in Miles' dorm in Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse

After taking over as Spider-Man from Peter Parker, Miles Morales meets alternate versions of himself who help him stop a crisis in the multiverse. This user feels the Marvel movie tops the rest “by a country mile.”

The Sony release could be credited for laying the foundation that the MCU used for its Spider-Man multiverse storyline. But it does even better since viewers get to see nearly all the alternate versions of Spider-Man, including the animals. And apart from the mission, there’s plenty of heart and humor, making it an amazing viewing experience for people of all ages.

Superman Vs The Elite (2012)

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Superman argues with members of The Elite in Superman Vs The Elite

Superman faces a group of supervillains known as the Elite who prefer dealing with crime using violent means. Redditor ahmat says it “actually improves on the source material...which was shocking to me.”

More than just entertaining audiences, Superman Vs The Elite raises an important debate on how best to deal with crime. The themes of justice and hypocrisy are heavily leaned into, with Superman’s methods being called into question since the villains he spares always keep coming back. And as the Redditor points out, the movie improves on the source material since newer characters get included to help highlight the said themes.

The Incredibles (2004)

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Cast of the Incredibles standing outside in traffic.

About the greatest superhero animated movie, Mr_Popcorn comments: “The Incredibles is the correct answer is it not?” In it, Mr. Incredible tries to leave his white-collar job and get back to the superhero business, but he is soon lured into a trap by a dangerous villain.

It’s yet another animated movie that’s boosted by an amazing cast, with the voices of Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson working well to distract viewers from any plot weaknesses. The animation quality is superior too, with much detail being put into the human anatomy. And the fact that it’s the only movie on the list to win two Oscars says everything about its quality.

Planet Hulk (2010)

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Hulk participates in a gladiatorial battle in Planet Hulk (2010)

The Illuminati decide to send Hulk to a peaceful planet to prevent him from causing destruction on Earth, only for him to land on one ruled by a tyrant. Thor_2099 says every scene was amazing “, especially the brutal beating of Beta Ray Bill.”

Planet Hulk is a perfect movie for comic lovers because it strictly adheres to the events of the comics. Overall, it’s an exciting adventure because Hulk gets to be in a whole new playground with more formidable foes, hence he doesn’t seem as overpowered as he usually is when dealing with humans. And as the Redittor states, the gladiatorial battles make up the best moments, At the moment, MCU fans have a reason to be excited since it seems likely that the story will be adapted on live-action too, especially since some details about Planet Hulk have been laid out in She-Hulk: Attorney At Law.

Batman Beyond: Return Of The Joker (2000)

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Joker's uncut death in Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker

When the Joker resurfaces after being thought of as dead, Bruce Wayne takes the costume from his successor Terry and faces his old foe once again. TheDorkKnightReturns describes it as “the best exploration of the relationship between Batman and The Joker ever put on screen.”

The Redditor accurately notes the obsessive relationship between the Caped Crusader and the Clown Prince of Crime, with the events here proving that their lives are meaningless without each other. For DC fans, Return Of The Joker is also a blast because it brings back two of the greatest actors to portray those two characters, Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill. But it isn’t just another Batman versus Joker tell. Terry still has plenty of work to do because the Joker has a whole new gang of people like him known as The Jokerz. And with all of them being amoral, threat levels shoot even higher.

Next Avengers: Heroes Of Tomorrow (2008)

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The future Avengers with a new Cpatain America, Thor, Hawkeye, Wasp

After Ultron kills the Avengers, their children take over as the new heroes. Bludog1980 explains that it’s a “sort of a 'what if' story, but well done.”

The movie has a Young Justice feel to it, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Shows like Teen Titans and Fast & Furious: Spy Racers prove that audiences are always looking forward to seeing younger versions of popular protagonists. Here, the New Avengers seem more competent and likable since they get to defeat a villain that their parents couldn’t.

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