Challenge of the SuperFriends

Challenge of the SuperFriends (1978)

EndedAnimation showChildren, Science-Fiction

In this continuation of the Super Friends franchise, eleven of the greatest DC heroes and newcomers gather to battle the Legion of Doom. Led by Lex Luthor, the 13-member Legion contains some of the vilest villains in the universe. Each week the villains gather and come up with some new scheme to conquer the planet, or the solar system, or the galaxy! The Super Friends inevitably defeat them, only for the Legion to escape at the last moment and return the next week.

Each week would feature two 30-minute segments. The first featured the Legion of the Doom. The second segment featured adventures revolving around the five core members--Superman, Batman & Robin, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman--and their alien sidekicks Jan, Zayna, and Gleep.

The series is best known for introducing three minority superheroes--Samurai, Black Lighting, and Apache Chief--to introduce some cultural diversity to the program.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E32The Rise and Fall of the Super FriendsDec 23, 1978
S01E31The History of DoomDec 23, 1978
S01E30Journey Through Inner SpaceDec 16, 1978
S01E29Super Friends, Rest in PeaceDec 16, 1978
S01E28Battle of the GodsDec 9, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Challenge of the SuperFriends first premiere?

Challenge of the SuperFriends premiered on September 9, 1978.

Who were the main villains in Challenge of the SuperFriends?

The main villains in Challenge of the SuperFriends were the Legion of Doom.

What was the premise of Challenge of the SuperFriends?

The premise of Challenge of the SuperFriends was the Justice League of America fighting against the Legion of Doom to save the world.

How many heroes were in the Justice League of America in Challenge of the SuperFriends?

The Justice League of America in Challenge of the SuperFriends consisted of 13 heroes.

Who were the members of the Legion of Doom in Challenge of the SuperFriends?

The members of the Legion of Doom in Challenge of the SuperFriends were Brainiac, Black Manta, Captain Cold, Cheetah, Gorilla Grodd, Lex Luthor, Riddler, Scarecrow, Sinestro, Solomon Grundy, Toyman, Bizarro, and Giganta.

Did the Justice League of America have any new heroes in Challenge of the SuperFriends?

Yes, the Justice League of America had new heroes in Challenge of the SuperFriends such as Robin, Apache Chief, and Black Vulcan.

How did the villains assemble in Challenge of the SuperFriends?

The villains assembled in Challenge of the SuperFriends under the leadership of Lex Luthor, who proposed the formation of the Legion of Doom.

How was the animation style of Challenge of the SuperFriends?

Challenge of the SuperFriends had a distinct animation style inspired by comic books.

Who provided the voices for the Justice League of America in Challenge of the SuperFriends?

The voices for the Justice League of America in Challenge of the SuperFriends were provided by well-known voice actors such as Danny Dark, Shannon Farnon, and Casey Kasem.

How many episodes were there in Challenge of the SuperFriends?

There were a total of 16 episodes in Challenge of the SuperFriends.

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Also known as

  • The Superman/Batman Adventures
  • Challenge of the SuperFriends

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