by Matt Sernaker, Managing Editor
All of the chapters of the Tomorrowverse DC Universe Movie series have been leading to this. Something has caused a wave of destruction that is rapidly spreading across the multiverse. Based on ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez, Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two sets the stage for the grand finale of this animated incarnation of the DC Universe. “Worlds will live, worlds will die and nothing will ever be the same”.
Previously on Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One:
The Flash took center stage for this first chapter, which felt like the best possible choice given his previous reality-hoping adventures in Justice Society: World War II. The Monitor has recruited heroes from a variety of Earths (that specific choice will be explained later), and some of the teases that we’ve seen from previous Tomorrowverse finally come together to create the bigger picture in this adventure. We quickly learn how dire the situation has become, but through the eyes of The Flash, we also get to experience a ray of hope in the fight against impossible odds. What is really going on with Barry’s non-linear “time-skipping”, and what does it have to do with the battle at hand? Although this might be the beginning of the end of this universe, we are treated to the formation of the Justice League and the development of some key relationships in the DC Universe.
Thanks to the efforts (and sacrifice) of Barry and Iris, a handful of Earths have been spared from the anti-matter wave. Our heroes continue to hold the line and keep the fragile technology intact, but various forces keep attempting to interfere with their ongoing survival. With the arrival of an army of Shadow Demons, the various heroes of the DC multiverse will need to stand together if they have any hope of making it through this one alive…Who or what is controlling the Shadows, and why does it want to end our universe?? Aside from the main plot, viewers are taken on a journey with Supergirl and Psycho-Pirate, as their respective stories are explored in greater detail. What unique roles will they play in the final battle for the multiverse?
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two once again features Jensen Ackles as Batman/Bruce Wayne, Darren Criss as Superman & Earth-2 Superman, Meg Donnelly as Supergirl & Harbinger, and Stana Katic (Castle) as Wonder Woman. This chapter also features Jonathan Adams as the Monitor, Gideon Adlon as Batgirl, Geoffrey Arend as Psycho Pirate/Charles Halstead & Hawkman, Troy Baker as Joker, Zach Callison as Robin, Darin De Paul as Solovar, Ato Essandoh as Mr. Terrific & Anti-Monitor, Keith Ferguson as Dr. Fate & Atomic Knight, Will Friedle as Batman Beyond & Kamandi, Jennifer Hale as Alura & Hippolyta, Aldis Hodge as John Stewart, Jamie Gray Hyder as Hawkgirl, Erika Ishii as Doctor Light/Dr. Hoshi & Huntress, David Kaye as The Question & Satellite, Matt Lanter as Blue Beetle, Liam McIntyre as Aquaman, Lou Diamond Phillips as Spectre, Matt Ryan as Constantine, Keesha Sharp as Vixen, Harry Shum Jr. as Brainiac 5, and Jimmi Simpson as Green Arrow. This chapter was produced by Jim Krieg and Kimberly S. Moreau and executive produced by Butch Lukic, Sam Register, and Michael Uslan. The film was directed by Jeff Wamester from a script by Jim Krieg, with casting and voice direction by Wes Gleason.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One set the bar pretty high for the final chapters of the Tomorrowverse. The Death of the Flash was such a pivotal moment in DC’s history, and I felt like the creative team executed that as faithfully as possible. That being said, Crisis Part Two of the movie series felt pretty flat in comparison. Supergirl’s story and history with the monitor was an interesting focus given her role in the comic book event, but the parallel time with Psycho-Pirate’s origins felt overly drawn out. In comparison to Part One, this chapter really felt unnecessary, although it did feature some fun character interactions. I’m never going to complain about Will Friedle returning as Batman Beyond, but it felt more like a glorified cameo than something with substance. I know that we are all excited for Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill’s appearances in Part 3, and I hope they have a more significant impact than the pieces we got in this release. I was equally disappointed by the bland character redesign of the Anti-Monitor, and I am hoping that the design will evolve as the final battle progresses.
Special Features:
- Voices in Crisis
- The Bat-Family of the Multiverse
- Justice League Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Three Sneak Peek
Overall
I’m sorry to say that Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two misses the mark in many regards. I’m sure you will enjoy the animated cameos of various DC heroes and villains, but that’s about it. I hope that the final chapter will wrap the Tomorrowverse on a high note.
Rating: 
ComicsOnline gives Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two – 2.5 out of 5 DC animated adventures.
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