Justice League Dark: Apokolips War

Justice League Dark: Apokolips War

Year: 2020

Runtime: 90 mins

Language: English

Directors: Matt Peters, Christina Sotta

Echo Score: 87
FantasyAdventureActionAnimationScience Fiction

With Earth devastated and the Justice League defeated, an intergalactic war rages. The tyrannical Darkseid has left the planet in ruins, and the remaining heroes – including the Justice League, Teen Titans, and Suicide Squad – must unite. They face a desperate mission: to regroup, devise a strategy, and confront Darkseid on his own terms, hoping to save the planet and its remaining people from utter destruction.

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Timeline & Setting – Justice League Dark: Apokolips War (2020)

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Time period

Near-future

The conflict unfolds in a grim near-future where Darkseid’s oppression has pushed the few remaining heroes into hiding. Two years pass before the team makes a final bid to strike at Apokolips, only to confront fate, betrayal, and the cost of victory. The climax hinges on a time-reversing reset, offering a glimmer of hope for a different outcome.

Location

Apokolips, Earth

Apokolips is a harsh, industrial world ruled by Darkseid, full of colossal machinery and brutal landscapes. The story shifts between the desolate fronts of Apokolips and the war-weary streets of Earth, notably Metropolis and LexCorp. These settings underscore the scale of Darkseid’s invasion and the heroes’ desperate fight to defend their world.

🗺️ Sci-Fi ⚔️ Action 🌌 Epic

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:12

Main Characters – Justice League Dark: Apokolips War (2020)

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Clark Kent / Superman (voice) - Jerry O'Connell

The beacon of hope who coordinates the resistance against Darkseid. Plagued by guilt after a failed plan, he endures the possibility of losing teammates, experiences possession by Trigon, and ultimately makes a self-sacrificial choice to restore a fighting chance for his team.

🛰️ Hero 🛡️ Leader

Bruce Wayne / Batman (voice) - Jason O'Mara

A calculating strategist who guides the counterattack and navigates the moral complexities of risking allies for a potential win. His tactical mind is pushed to the brink by losses and betrayal, testing his resolve to protect his team.

🗡️ Strategist 🦇 Vigilante

Diana Prince / Wonder Woman (voice) - Rosario Dawson

A fierce warrior who confronts the cybernetic Furies and makes hard choices to safeguard others. Her power and resolve anchor the resistance, showing that mercy can coexist with lethal force.

⚡ Warrior 🛡️ Protector

Damian Wayne / Robin (voice) - Stuart Allan

A prodigious young hero whose sacrifice catalyzes the emotional arc and motivates Raven’s struggle with darkness. His courage threads through the team’s efforts to endure and fight on.

🗡️ Prodigy 🧒 Hero

Raven (voice) - Taissa Farmiga

Torn between her father Trigon’s influence and her duty as a hero, Raven bears emotional weight that drives the plot. Her arc intersects with love, loss, and a struggle to control dangerous powers.

🌘 Mystic 🕊️ Burden

John Constantine (voice) - Matt Ryan

A pragmatic mage who crafts a location spell and embodies moral ambiguity. He risked himself in the battle and ultimately sacrifices himself to protect the team and their mission.

🧙‍♂️ Mage 🪄 Strategy

Darkseid (voice) - Tony Todd

The tyrannical ruler behind the invasion, Darkseid uses mind control and relentless force to crush resistance. His presence frames the scale of the conflict and the limits of the heroes’ power.

👁️ Overlord 🔥 Tyrant

Lex Luthor (voice) - Rainn Wilson

An opportunistic mastermind whose alliance with Lois Lane yields leverage against Darkseid. His manipulation adds a layer of political intrigue and betrayal to the war.

🧠 Mastermind 💼 Rival

Lois Lane (voice) - Rebecca Romijn

A fearless reporter and strategist who mobilizes the Suicide Squad for a risky strike on LexCorp. Her resolve culminates in a self-sacrificing act that galvanizes Clark to reclaim his power.

🗞️ Reporter 🛡️ Leader

Cyborg / Victor Stone (voice) - Shemar Moore

An integrated fighter who navigates Apokolips’ network. He sacrifices himself to pull Darkseid, Trigon, and Paradooms into a void, becoming a pivotal force in the battle’s turning point.

🤖 Tech 🛡️ Protector

Etrigan the Demon (voice) - Ray Chase

A magical ally whose fate is sealed in a brutal clash with Wonder Woman, underscoring the cost of warring powers across realms.

🔥 Demon ⚔️ Conflict

Zatanna (voice) - Camilla Luddington

A master of magic who provides strategic twists and helps revive Damian and Constantine. Her magical prowess serves as a beacon of resilience when all seems lost.

✨ Magic 🪄 Strategy

Harley Quinn (voice) - Hynden Walch

A key member of the Suicide Squad, she brings chaotic courage and tactical cunning to the mission’s Earth-to-Apokolips assault.

🤡 Chaos 🗡️ Soldier

Trigon (voice) - Jon Bernthal

A demonic force summoned from Raven’s darkness, Trigon embodies unchecked power and becomes a central antagonist who reshapes the battlefield until the final confrontation.

🌑 Demon 👁️ Power

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:12

Major Themes – Justice League Dark: Apokolips War (2020)

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💔 Loss and Sacrifice

The movie centers on the heavy price of war, with beloved allies falling and teams breaking under pressure. Damian Wayne’s death acts as a catalyst that reshapes Raven’s resolve and drives the emotional core of the narrative. The heroes must weigh personal losses against the possibility of saving others.

🌅 Hope and Redemption

Despite catastrophic losses, moments of courage persist and propel the group forward. The revival of Damian and Constantine’s magic hint at redemption and second chances within a fractured world. The time-travel element reinforces that change, while not guaranteed, remains possible.

⚖️ Power and Responsibility

The film probes who should wield power and what they owe to others. Leaders like Superman and Batman face moral costs in their drive to protect humanity, while Cyborg’s sacrifice emphasizes the personal toll of leadership in a war-torn universe. The narrative pits control against compassion in a high-stakes battle.

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:12

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