Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons
A lighthearted, coming-of-age superhero adventure bursting with youthful energy. As two legendary legacies collide, the young sons of Superman and Batman forge an unlikely brotherhood, stepping from giant shadows to battle a cosmic parasite.
Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons
Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons

"The ultimate threat. The greatest battle. The perfect team."

17 October 2022 United States of America 80 min ⭐ 7.6 (340)
Director: Matt Peters
Cast: Jack Dylan Grazer, Jack Griffo, Laura Bailey, Troy Baker, Darin De Paul
Animation Action Science Fiction
Legacy and the Burden of Expectations Brotherhood and Unlikely Friendship Coming of Age and Independence Fathers and Sons

Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons - Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Jonathan Kent / Superboy

Jack Dylan Grazer

Archetype: The Innocent Hero
Key Trait: Optimistic and empathetic

Motivation

Driven by a deep love for his family and a pure-hearted desire to do the right thing, Jon's primary goal is to save his parents and prove he has what it takes to be a hero.

Character Arc

Jon begins as an insecure, ordinary boy who is overwhelmed by the revelation of his alien heritage. Throughout the film, he gains confidence, learns to control his volatile powers, and transitions from a wide-eyed fanboy into a courageous hero who accepts his destiny.

Damian Wayne / Robin

Jack Griffo

Archetype: The Cynical Antihero
Key Trait: Arrogant but fiercely loyal

Motivation

Damian is motivated by a desperate need to prove his superiority, earn his father's validation, and secure a place among elite heroes like the Teen Titans.

Character Arc

Damian starts as a highly disciplined but deeply lonely former assassin who masks his need for connection with arrogance. Through his forced partnership with Jon, Damian's hard edges soften, and he learns the value of trust, restraint, and genuine friendship.

Clark Kent / Superman

Travis Willingham

Archetype: The Mentor / Loving Father
Key Trait: Compassionate and protective

Motivation

His overarching motivation is to protect his family and the world, striving to give Jon a normal childhood for as long as possible.

Character Arc

Clark must evolve from an overprotective father who hides his true identity from his son, into a parent who trusts his child enough to let him fight his own battles and share the heroic legacy.

Bruce Wayne / Batman

Troy Baker

Archetype: The Stoic Mentor
Key Trait: Pragmatic and stern

Motivation

To protect the Earth from grand-scale threats while training Damian to channel his lethal instincts into disciplined justice.

Character Arc

While his personal arc is secondary, Bruce serves as the unyielding standard of justice. His compromise by Starro forces Damian to face his ultimate fear: fighting his own father.

Cast

Jack Dylan Grazer as Jonathan Kent / Superboy (voice)
Jack Griffo as Damian Wayne / Robin (voice)
Laura Bailey as Lois Lane (voice)
Troy Baker as Bruce Wayne / Batman (voice)
Darin De Paul as Lex Luthor / Starro (voice)
Tom Kenny as Green Arrow / Penguin / Principal (voice)
Nolan North as Jor-El (voice)
Zeno Robinson as Jimmy Olsen / Melvin Masters (voice)
Myrna Velasco as Wonder Girl / Lara / Mom (voice)
Travis Willingham as Clark Kent / Superman (voice)