DC League of Super-Pets (2022): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
DC League of Super-Pets is a 2022 action comedy directed by Jared Stern and Sam J. Levine, starring Dwayne Johnson as Krypto, Kevin Hart and Natasha Lyonne. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and earned $207.6 million worldwide on a $90 million budget. Critics gave it 72% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 45m (105 min)
- Directors
- Jared Stern and Sam J. Levine
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Warner Bros.
- Budget
- $90M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is DC League of Super-Pets About?
The premise of DC League of Super-Pets without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
Superman and his canine companion Krypto are a formidable crime-fighting team in Metropolis. However, when the Justice League mysteriously disappears, Krypto finds himself responsible for saving them. He assembles a group of newly empowered shelter animals – Ace the hound, PB the pot-bellied pig, Merton the turtle, and Chip the squirrel – to embark on a thrilling rescue mission. Together, this unlikely team must overcome challenges and embrace their newfound abilities in an action-packed adventure filled with humor and heart.
DC League of Super-Pets Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- superhero
- based on comic
- pet
- dog
- cat
- superdog
- animal superhero
- superhero action
- justice league
- superhero dog
- supernatural power
- hero dog
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- flying dog
- krypto the superdog character
- based on comic book
- flying
- cgi animation
- computer animation
- 3d animation
- superhero team
- crime fighting
- batman character
- wonder woman character
- green lantern character
- cyborg character
- superman character
- squirrel
- pig
- turtle
- friend
- lex luthor character
- flying animal
- crime fighter
- animal that acts human
- talking animal
- animal hero
- anthropomorphic animal
- surreal comedy
- jessica cruz character
- diana prince character
- the flash character
- aquaman character
- clark kent character
- lois lane character
- talking pet
- metropolis the city
- guinea pig
- lexcorp
- scene after end credits
- scene during end credits
DC League of Super-Pets Cast & Characters
Dwayne Johnson leads the cast as Krypto, with Kevin Hart as Ace and Natasha Lyonne as Merton. Directed by Jared Stern and Sam J. Levine; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Jared Stern
- Co-director Sam J. Levine
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Dwayne Johnson as Krypto -
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Diego Luna as Chip
Also Starring in DC League of Super-Pets
· 10 more- John Krasinski Superman, Clark Kent
- Marc Maron Lex Luthor
- Dascha Polanco Green Lantern
- Jameela Jamil Wonder Woman
- Keanu Reeves Batman
- Kate McKinnon Lulu
- Vanessa Bayer PB
- Thomas Middleditch Keith (aka Ice Guinea Pig)
- Ben Schwartz Mark (aka Fire Guinea Pig)
- Kevin Conroy
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DC League of Super-Pets Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave DC League of Super-Pets 72% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in rewatch factor (73) and weakest in story & flow (58).
DC League of Super-Pets Echo Score Breakdown
DC League of Super-Pets delivers a lively, family‑friendly animated experience that leans on familiar superhero tropes. The visual presentation is vibrant yet occasionally uneven, while the voice cast provides energetic performances that occasionally falter in depth. The narrative follows a formulaic arc, balancing slapstick humor with occasional heartfelt moments. Sound design and music complement the comedic timing, offering a pleasant auditory backdrop. Rewatch appeal is moderate, especially for younger audiences who appreciate the jokes and pet‑centric charm.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 58
In terms of art and craft, the film showcases a colorful CGI palette that captures the superhero universe with energetic flair. However, critics note moments of uninspired composition and formulaic editing that undermine its visual ambition. The animation excels in certain set pieces but lacks consistent originality across the runtime. Overall, the craft demonstrates competent execution tempered by occasional stylistic lapses.
- Character & Emotion 68
When evaluating character and emotion, the ensemble voice work injects humor and occasional warmth into the pet protagonists. Some performances resonate effectively, especially in delivering comedic beats, yet several critics point to a lack of depth in supporting roles. The chemistry among characters feels playful, though it rarely transcends surface-level banter. The net impression is a moderately engaging character showcase with room for greater nuance.
- Story & Flow 58
Regarding story and flow, the plot follows a predictable hero‑journey structure that leans heavily on familiar DC references. While the pacing maintains a brisk, child‑friendly rhythm, originality is limited and certain sequences feel repetitive. Humor and self‑awareness provide occasional spikes of engagement, but the overall narrative coherence remains conventional. The synthesis reflects a serviceable yet formulaic storyline.
- Sensory Experience 70
In the sensory experience domain, the film’s soundtrack aligns tightly with comedic timing, enhancing punchlines and action beats. Sound design is clean, and visual style maintains a cohesive, bright aesthetic throughout. While some critics cite uneven moments, the general auditory and visual presentation supports the lighthearted tone effectively. The overall sensory impression is solid and contributes positively to viewer enjoyment.
- Rewatch Factor 73
Assessing rewatch factor, the movie offers repeatable humor and appealing pet antics that resonate with younger viewers. The abundance of pop‑culture references and upbeat music encourage multiple viewings, though the lack of narrative depth may limit long‑term appeal for adults. Overall, the film holds a respectable replay value, especially as a casual family entertainment option.
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IMDb 7.0 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 72% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 87%
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Metacritic 56 Metascore
User score 6.1
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TMDB 72% User score
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Letterboxd 2.9 /5
34 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.5 /5
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DC League of Super-Pets Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in DC League of Super-Pets from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
During the cataclysmic destruction of Krypton, a young Kryptonian Labrador Retriever, Krypto, provides solace to the infant survivor Kal-El as they escape aboard a pod en route to Earth.
Fast forward several years, and these two heroes, now known as Krypto and Superman, reside in Metropolis under their superhero identities, Bark and Clark Kent. Clark works as a reporter for the Daily Planet and is romantically involved with Lois Lane (Olivia Wilde), which causes jealousy in Krypto, especially when he feels Clark pushes him aside during their time together.
Full summary
The whole story of DC League of Super-Pets, scene by scene, with the ending explained
DC League of Super-Pets Box Office & Budget
DC League of Super-Pets grossed $207.6 million worldwide on a $90 million budget, 2.3 times what it cost. $93.7 million came from the US and Canada and $113.9 million (55%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$207.6M
2.3× its budget
- US & Canada
- $93.7M
- International
- $113.9M
- Budget
- $90M
DC League of Super-Pets Trailers & Videos
9 videos: 3 trailers and 6 featurettes.
- Trailer Batman Trailer
- Trailer Trailer 2
- Featurette DC League of Super-Pets | Meet The Pets - PB
- Featurette DC League of Super-Pets | Meet The Pets - Merton
How Well Do You Know DC League of Super-Pets?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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DC League of Super-Pets Also Known As
53 alternative titles, including “Krypto Superchien” and “DC Super Pets”.
- Also known as
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- Krypto Superchien
- DC Super Pets
- Super Pets
- DC Supermīluļu līga
- Krypto et les Super-Animaux
- DC超寵聯萌
- DC Liga dos Super-Pets
- DC がんばれ!スーパーペット
- DC Liga supermazlíčků
- DC Super-kjæledyrligaen
- די-סי ליגת סופר-פטס
- דיסי ליגת סופר-פטס
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- סופר-פטס
- ליגת חיות-העל
- Суперпитомцы
- DC LEAGUE OF SUPER-PETS KRYPTO ET LES SUPER-ANIMAUX
- DC Superlemmikute liiga
- DC ליגת סופר-פטס
- Liên Minh Siêu Thú DC
- DC liga super ljubljenčkov
- DC Лига Суперпитомцы
- ขบวนการ ซูเปอร์-เพ็ทส์ ของ ดีซี
- ขบวนการซูเปอร์เพ็ทส์
- DC超级宠物军团
- DC萌宠特遣队
- DC Liga dos Superpets
- DC Süper Evciller Takımı
- DC Superlemmikkien liiga
- DC Szuperállatok ligája
- Η DC Λεγεώνα από τα Σούπερ-Κατοικίδια
- DC League af Superkæledyrene
- DC Ліга СуперУлюбленців
- ליגת סופר-פטס
- ขบวนการซุปเปอร์เพ็ทส์
- DC 리그 오브 슈퍼-펫
- DC Krypto Super-Chien
- DC Liga Super-Pets
- DC Liga de supermascotas
- لیگ ابرحیوانات دیسی
- DC liga super-ljubimaca
- تحالف دي سي للحيوانات الخارقة
- DC Liga dos Super Pets
- Gașca Animăluțelor DC
- DC Лигата на супер-любимците
- DC Lliga de Supermascotes
- DC Superaugintinių lyga
- DC Liga superzvierat
- DC超級寵物軍團
- DC Лига суперљубимаца
- DC Supermaskoten Liga
- DC სუპერცხოველთა ლიგა
- DC 萌宠特遣队
- DC लीग ऑफ़ सुपर-पेट्स
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DC League of Super-Pets FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of DC League of Super-Pets, each answered in a sentence.
How long is DC League of Super-Pets?
DC League of Super-Pets runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
When was DC League of Super-Pets released?
DC League of Super-Pets was released on July 29, 2022.
Who directed DC League of Super-Pets?
DC League of Super-Pets was directed by Jared Stern and Sam J. Levine.
More films by Jared Stern Who is in the cast of DC League of Super-Pets?
DC League of Super-Pets stars Dwayne Johnson as Krypto, Kevin Hart as Ace and Natasha Lyonne as Merton, among 14 credited actors.
How much did DC League of Super-Pets make at the box office?
DC League of Super-Pets grossed $207.6 million worldwide ($93.7 million domestic, $113.9 million international) on a budget of $90 million.
How is DC League of Super-Pets rated?
DC League of Super-Pets has 7.0/10 on IMDb, 72% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
Does DC League of Super-Pets have a post-credit scene?
Yes. DC League of Super-Pets has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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