Justice League

Justice League

Year: 2017

Runtime: 120 min

Language: English

Director: Zack Snyder

Echo Score: 30

Budget: $300M

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Following Superman's death, Bruce Wayne and Diana Prince recognize the need for a greater force to protect humanity. They begin recruiting a team of extraordinary individuals, including Aquaman, Cyborg, and The Flash, to face a looming global threat. United as the Justice League, this diverse group of heroes must overcome their differences and harness their powers to confront an enemy capable of devastating the planet.

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Timeline – Justice League (2017)

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1

Superman's Interview

The film begins with a camera phone capturing Superman, played by Henry Cavill, being interviewed by two children. He shares his thoughts about Earth, but just as he smiles, the footage abruptly cuts out, leaving a sense of mystery about his favorite aspect of humanity.

Present Day
2

Gotham City Robbery

In Gotham City, a man successfully executes a robbery before encountering Bruce Wayne, who assumes the role of Batman. After a brief scuffle, Batman uses the robber's fear to reveal a menacing winged creature, which ultimately leads to a shocking explosion, uncovering three mysterious boxes.

Gotham City
3

Martha and Lois's Grief

Months after Superman's death, Martha Kent moves away from Smallville, while Lois Lane struggles deeply with her loneliness. The loss of Superman has created a vacuum felt worldwide, impacting the lives of those he left behind.

4

Wonder Woman's Intervention

In London, robbers attempt a bank heist but are thwarted by Diana Prince, also known as Wonder Woman. In a spectacular display of her skills, she neutralizes a bomb and protects hostages with her iconic gauntlets, showcasing her heroic nature.

London
5

Batman's Recruitment Mission

Batman embarks on a quest to gather a team of superheroes, starting with Arthur Curry, known as Aquaman, in a local tavern. Despite the offer of assistance, Arthur refuses, but he expresses admiration for Batman, leaving Bruce to seek out other potential allies.

Tavern
6

Barry's Visit to His Father

Barry Allen visits his father, Henry, who is imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. Their heartfelt conversation emphasizes Barry's determination to use his powers for good, as he promises to find a way to help his father attain justice.

Prison
7

Amazons Defend the Mother Box

On Themyscira, the Amazons defend a powerful artifact, the Mother Box. However, Steppenwolf arrives with his army of Parademons, leading to an intense battle that results in the villain seizing the box, showing the stakes of the conflict escalating.

Themyscira
8

Batman and Wonder Woman's Conclave

Returning to Gotham, Batman meets with Wonder Woman to discuss Steppenwolf's history and the significance of the Mother Boxes. They recognize the potential doom that bringing all three boxes together could unleash upon the world, making their alliance essential.

Gotham City
9

Assembling the Team

Batman successfully tracks down Barry Allen, leading him to reluctantly join the cause. They later rendezvous with Wonder Woman, while Cyborg, who has been observing, makes his presence known, hinting at his conflicted feelings about joining their mission.

Batcave
10

Aquaman's Clash with Steppenwolf

Amidst chaos in Russia, Aquaman intervenes to save a local family from Parademons. Meanwhile, Steppenwolf wreaks havoc in Atlantis, showing the devastating influence of his quest for power as he clashes with Mera, who fights to defend her realm.

Atlantis
11

The Justice League's Formation

The four heroes—Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, and Cyborg—come together to confront Steppenwolf. They face numerous obstacles, including attacking Parademons, while strategizing to retrieve the Mother Boxes before their enemy can bring about destruction.

12

Resurrection of Superman

The heroes devise a perilous plan to resurrect Superman, hoping his return will shift the balance in their favor. After locating his grave and successfully reanimating him, Superman emerges, confused and disoriented, leading to a tense moment with his former allies.

13

Final Showdown with Steppenwolf

As Steppenwolf prepares to unleash havoc with the Mother Boxes, the League organizes for a final confrontation. Superman's return instills hope within the group, culminating in an epic battle against Steppenwolf and his forces, ultimately resulting in the villain's defeat.

14

Restoration and New Beginnings

With peace restored, the heroes begin to part ways and pursue their individual paths. Barry starts a new job in forensics, Bruce ensures Clark's legacy lives on, and Aquaman accepts his responsibilities in Atlantis, while Lois finds renewed hope in her work.

15

Post-Credits Scenes

In the mid-credits, Superman and The Flash challenge each other to a friendly race, betting on a brunch loser. The post-credits scene reveals Lex Luthor plotting with Deathstroke, hinting at future confrontations and alliances that could threaten the heroes.

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