Ultimate Avengers: The Movie (2006)

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As the world sinks into a deep crisis and the threat of ultimate destruction looms just over the horizon, the only hope for mankind lies in six superheroes in this animated Marvel feature. The world's most powerful superheroes have all been brought together in hopes of averting disaster, but with… More As the world sinks into a deep crisis and the threat of ultimate destruction looms just over the horizon, the only hope for mankind lies in six superheroes in this animated Marvel feature. The world's most powerful superheroes have all been brought together in hopes of averting disaster, but with Captain America locked frozen in a solid block of ice for over 60 years, the powerful team must struggle to find a leader. As the reluctant superheroes combine their forces to fight for the good of mankind, the sudden emergence of an unexpected opponent from within their own ranks throws the entire mission -- and the fate of mankind -- into chaos. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: PG-13, 1 hr. 12 min.
Directed By: Curt Geda, Steven E. Gordon
Genres: Action & Adventure, Animation, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Special Interest

In Theaters: Jan 1, 2006 Wide
On DVD: Feb 21, 2006
Studio: LionsGate Entertainment

Critic Reviews

Jeffrey M. Anderson, Common Sense Media
Average animated action tale features troubled superheroes.
Felix Vasquez Jr., Cinema Crazed
It gave me what I wanted, in terms of entertainment, acting, animation, and sheer style...
David Cornelius, eFilmCritic.com
It's too violent for younger viewers, but not mature enough for older ones. It's a movie trapped in between target audiences.

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Drake T

The Ultimate comics were a great re-imagining of the Avengers in a gritty, more plausible and realistic universe. Unfortunately, their animated counterparts always lack the sophistication, depth and maturity to communicate any of that. So here we have this little abomination.… More
The Ultimate comics were a great re-imagining of the Avengers in a gritty, more plausible and realistic universe. Unfortunately, their animated counterparts always lack the sophistication, depth and maturity to communicate any of that. So here we have this little abomination. It's kind of disheartening to see a cast that has such potential distilled and simplified into a brainless extravaganza of explosions and contrive drama for "young viewers" but here it is. 2 stars instead of 1 because god knows this is as good as an adaptation of these characters in animated form are going to get for decades to come.
Everett J

More like an episode of the animated TV series, rather than a movie. It's rushed, not much story, but there is a lot of action. This doesn't even compare to the DC Animated movies(and I've always been a marvel guy myself). Those movies feature great animation, and… More
More like an episode of the animated TV series, rather than a movie. It's rushed, not much story, but there is a lot of action. This doesn't even compare to the DC Animated movies(and I've always been a marvel guy myself). Those movies feature great animation, and solid storytelling. This showcased lackluster animation and a story that shouldn't have been crammed into 68 minutes. Captain America's origin starts the movie out, then we get just a couple minutes with the rest of the Avengers. Luckily with the live action movies, we've gotten each characters back story out of the way. Here, their all just thrown together at random. While the action is what you would expect, don't expect much more from this. I just hope, and pray, that the live action movie next year is far better than this.
Manu G

It was good and entertaining cartoon movie, love the voices, the story is great! In 1945, Captain America, U.S. soldier created with a Super-Soldier Serum, is fighting the Nazis during World War II, and after averting a nuclear disaster, he falls into the icy waters of the North… More
It was good and entertaining cartoon movie, love the voices, the story is great! In 1945, Captain America, U.S. soldier created with a Super-Soldier Serum, is fighting the Nazis during World War II, and after averting a nuclear disaster, he falls into the icy waters of the North Atlantic, and frozen in suspended animation, only to be revived in the twenty-first century by the American military, who are hoping that they can recreate the serum in Captain America's blood in order to create more super-soldiers. But now, with the world facing the very same evil, Captain America must rise again as our last hope of survival, and lead a strong-willed team of today's superheroes.
Conner R

Comparing this to the DC animated movies it is a complete failure, but it's really pretty decent and translates The Ultimates fairly well. By no means does it capture the brilliant writing or art that the comics had, this gets the basic storyline and characters down. While it… More
Comparing this to the DC animated movies it is a complete failure, but it's really pretty decent and translates The Ultimates fairly well. By no means does it capture the brilliant writing or art that the comics had, this gets the basic storyline and characters down. While it could have been a lot better, it is nowhere near as bad as it could've been.
Luke B

Awesome enough until a live action version comes along. Groups the heroes together in a rather poor plot but the characters and actions are great. Most have limited time but are true to themselves. Best of all is Captain America. His origin takes us from WWII to fighting aliens. The… More
Awesome enough until a live action version comes along. Groups the heroes together in a rather poor plot but the characters and actions are great. Most have limited time but are true to themselves. Best of all is Captain America. His origin takes us from WWII to fighting aliens. The film deals with him entering a new time with his loved ones gone. There's even a sweet subtle moment as he looks into many TV screens displaying his image as he waves. His bodyguards look on slightly bewildered. Hulk is the other main focus here and again it tackles his curse with a quick but decent emotional depth. The animation is great, better than a Saturday morning cartoon and not being seduced by more recent Anime influences. The vocal talents are also well cast. Overall a great piece for fans.
Red L

I never bought comics books. If this movie is the best comic books can write, I now know why. Save your money. Move on to the next movie.
danny d

great flick. exactly what i expected from a strait to dvd animated movie, entertaining and worth the buy
James A

Im glad that Marvel decided to take one of the greatest story arcs ever written and was able to shit it out, eat it and then vomit it up.
The S

Compared to some other other superhero animations such as decent Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes from Marvel and the excellent Justice League Unlimited from DC this offering is childish, poorly scripted and poorly animated. Definately one purely for the kids.
Jessica v

You know, I would love to say that I adored this. But... I was completely unimpressed by the nonexistent character development and "safe" plot. And the villains? Oi vei. The animation is fine, nothing that would stand up in theaters obviously, but just all right.… More
You know, I would love to say that I adored this. But... I was completely unimpressed by the nonexistent character development and "safe" plot. And the villains? Oi vei. The animation is fine, nothing that would stand up in theaters obviously, but just all right. I'll skip this for the Iron Man special features, thanks very much. ;)