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Justice Society: World War II (2021): Cast, Ratings & Ending

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Justice Society: World War II is a 2021 action adventure film directed by Jeff Wamester, starring Chris Diamantopoulos as Steve Trevor, Darin De Paul and Omid Abtahi. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes. Critics gave it 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.

IMDb rating
6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
76%
Echo Score
74
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Justice Society: World War II (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Jeff Wamester
Original language
English
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The story

What Is Justice Society: World War II About?

The premise of Justice Society: World War II without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

A mysterious traveler arrives from the future, seeking the aid of the Justice Society. This team of heroes, operating during World War II, must confront the challenges of time travel to safeguard their reality. Their mission involves a thrilling and unpredictable journey through history, where they face unforeseen dangers and grapple with the potential to reshape the course of events.

Justice Society: World War II Themes & Keywords

· 34 tags
  • justice society
  • world war two
  • nazi
  • justice society of america
  • doctor fate character
  • superman character
  • the flash character
  • wonder woman character
  • superhero
  • superhero action
  • superhero fantasy
  • superhero sci fi
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  • team action
  • group
  • time travel
  • shared universe
  • dc shared universe
  • black canary character
  • brainiac character
  • kryptonian
  • male metahuman
  • aquaman character
  • charles halstead character
  • hawkman character
  • speedster metahuman
  • atlantean
  • male atlantean
  • barry allen character
  • male kryptonian
  • jay garrick character
  • steve trevor character
  • superheroine
  • iris west character
  • warrior
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Cast & crew

Justice Society: World War II Cast & Characters

Chris Diamantopoulos leads the cast as Steve Trevor, with Darin De Paul as Brainiac, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Omid Abtahi as Hawkman. Directed by Jeff Wamester; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Justice Society: World War II

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From the director

More from Jeff Wamester

More films directed by Jeff Wamester, best-rated first: Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Three, Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Two, Justice League: Warworld and Legion of Super-Heroes.

Full filmography
Ratings

Justice Society: World War II Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Justice Society: World War II 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 74/100, strongest in character & emotion (80) and weakest in rewatch factor (65).

74 /100

Justice Society: World War II Echo Score Breakdown

Justice Society: World War II delivers a broadly entertaining retro adventure marked by solid action and familiar superhero dynamics. While critics and audience members praised its brisk pacing and inventive time-travel premise, some noted that the plot offers limited depth and that character moments feel uneven. The animation quality contributes to its energetic style, even if some found it visually inconsistent. Overall, the film works as a lighthearted DC Universe entry that entertains without fully realizing its potential.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 75

    The film’s animation and production design deliver a serviceable foundation with moments of clear visual flair. In terms of cinematography, the compositions often capture dynamic action beats, though some sequences feel visually flat or oddly proportioned. Editing maintains narrative clarity through rapid cuts, even as certain scenes register as visually uneven. Overall, the art direction supports the story despite intermittent inconsistency.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    The Justice Society ensemble presents a generally engaging dynamic with charismatic performances that underscore each hero’s distinct role. Acting across the principal cast anchors the emotional stakes, even as certain members receive limited development and depth. The chemistry among the team offers enjoyable interactions, though the narrative sometimes undercuts individual arcs. In sum, character work provides solid enjoyment despite uneven exploration of motivations.

  • Story & Flow 70

    The film offers a brisk plot that combines retro adventure elements with an inventive time-travel premise. Pacing generally maintains forward momentum, though some viewers noted moments of narrative simplicity and predictable developments. Originality arises in the multiverse setup, even as it occasionally feels gimmicky and underutilized. Overall, the story delivers entertaining action but falls short of deeper thematic engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    The soundtrack and sound design emphasize bold action cues that reinforce the film’s energetic tone. Visual style employs clear color contrasts and straightforward designs, though certain scenes exhibit inconsistent proportions or texture details. Sound mixing keeps dialogue and effects distinct, even when musical themes recur predictably. In total, the sensory presentation underpins the film’s dynamism while occasionally feeling technically uneven.

  • Rewatch Factor 65

    The film’s action sequences and nostalgic premise provide an initial burst of enjoyment that encourages a revisit for die-hard genre fans. However, the absence of deeper character revelations and a tightly woven plot may limit repeat viewings for broader audiences. While certain scenes retain playful energy, the overall lack of substantive surprises constrains lasting appeal. Thus, the rewatch factor is moderate.

Plot

Justice Society: World War II Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Justice Society: World War II 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 5-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As the Second World War intensifies, President Roosevelt receives a pressing request from Colonel Steve Trevor (Chris Diamantopoulos), urging him to mobilize the United States by forming a remarkable assembly of extraordinary heroes known as the Justice Society of America. This exceptional group includes Trevor, Black Canary, Hawkman (Omid Abtahi), Hourman (Matthew Mercer), and Jay Garrick, all led by the unstoppable Wonder Woman (Stana Katic). Their imperative mission is to confront the looming Nazi threat, utilizing their distinctive abilities to secure peace around the globe.

Full summary

The whole story of Justice Society: World War II, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Videos

Justice Society: World War II Trailers & Videos

8 videos: 1 trailer and 7 clips.

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Official Trailer
  • Clip NAZIS?
  • Clip Marching Orders
  • Clip Proposal
  • Clip Official Clip
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Details

Justice Society: World War II Also Known As

19 alternative titles, including “Justice Society: Segunda guerra Mundial” and “正義協會:二戰”.

Also known as
  • Justice Society: Segunda guerra Mundial
  • 正義協會:二戰
  • Общество справедливости: Вторая мировая война
  • La Sociedad De La Justicia De América
  • II Guerra Mundial
  • Justice Society : World War II
  • אגודת הצדק - מלחמת העולם השנייה
  • 正义协会:二战
  • Igazság Szövetsége: Második Világháború
  • Sociedade da Justiça: 2ª Guerra Mundial
  • Суспільство Справедливості: Друга світова війна
  • 正義協會:世界大戰II
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  • 저스티스 소사이어티: 월드 워 II
  • La Sociedad De La Justicia De América: Segunda Guerra Mundial
  • Liên Minh Công Lý: Thế Chiến Thứ 2
  • Lovens samfund: Anden Verdenskrig
  • 正義協會:二次大戰
  • จัสติส โซไซตี้ สงครามโลกครั้งที่ 2
  • Societatea Dreptății: Al II-lea război mondial

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FAQ

Justice Society: World War II FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Justice Society: World War II, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Justice Society: World War II?

Justice Society: World War II runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Justice Society: World War II released?

Justice Society: World War II was released on April 27, 2021.

Who directed Justice Society: World War II?

Justice Society: World War II was directed by Jeff Wamester.

More films by Jeff Wamester

Who is in the cast of Justice Society: World War II?

Justice Society: World War II stars Chris Diamantopoulos as Steve Trevor, Darin De Paul as Brainiac, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Omid Abtahi as Hawkman, among 10 credited actors.

How is Justice Society: World War II rated?

Justice Society: World War II has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74% on TMDB and 3.1/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Justice Society: World War II have a post-credit scene?

No. Justice Society: World War II has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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