Superman: The Animated Series

1996年华纳推出新的超人动画Superman: The Animated Series。随着观众口味的变化以及日本动画对美国本土的影响。超人动画首次出现了明显的阴影画法。该系列的人物更是一改以往写实的风格，以简单的，甚至是带棱角的线条勾勒人物，线条并配合着大色块，使得Superman: The Animated Series中的人物，一眼就能看出其个性。超人的刚毅，果敢，永不放弃，淋漓的表现在了他那棱角分明的外形上。而这一系列里的Luthor头更光，脸更黑了。而大量DC经典人物的登场更是使得铁杆漫画迷大饱眼福。该系列的一大特点就是对许多类似于Green Lantern这样的登场人物的起源都有详细的介绍。这是继Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman后第二部延续superman theme音乐风格的超人电视作品。90年代开始播映的美国动画，都有一个特点，播映的时候特别喜欢把头三集连在一起放，感觉就是一个电视电影。从 Superman: The Animated Series开始，超人的动画也开始跟风。该系列的头三集总共花了90分钟讲述Clark从氪星爆炸到超人初次登场，可以说是历代动画中介绍超人最详细的了。这个首播的90分钟里，超人的父母的设定也有别于漫画，Jor-El和kara简直就是Clark和Lois的翻版。直至2000年，该片共播映了3 个季度，最后以一个混合了Batman Beyond和Justice League United的故事结束。在21世纪华纳全面进军中国市场的时候，把它和Batman: The Animated Series一起推出了中文版。很可惜的是，这次引进仍然是不全的，使得国内观众无缘很经典的第三季。但是国内频繁的重播，倒是让大多数人都有机会一睹Superman: The Animated Series的真容。

Superman: The Animated Series 的主演阵容

Dana Delany's portrayal of Lois Lane in 'Superman: The Animated Series' is marked by a compelling blend of wit, determination, and compassion, bringing a dynamic and nuanced voice to the iconic character. Her performance stands out in contrast to her previous live-action roles—such as in 'China Beach' where she embodied a strong, resilient nurse—showcasing her versatility and ability to adapt to animated storytelling. A notable trivia fact is that Dana Delany also lent her voice to Lois Lane again in the follow-up series 'Justice League' and 'Justice League Unlimited,' creating a consistent and memorable characterization across the DC animated universe.

George Dzundza lent his voice to the character Perry White in 'Superman: The Animated Series.' His performance was widely praised for bringing a grounded, authoritative yet warm presence to the iconic editor of the Daily Planet. What made Dzundza's portrayal unique was his ability to balance sternness with a paternal warmth, making Perry White a multi-dimensional figure rather than a simple archetype. A lesser-known fact about his involvement is that Dzundza initially recorded Perry White's lines with a more aggressive tone, but after input from the show's producers, he adjusted to a more nuanced delivery, which contributed significantly to the character's enduring appeal.

Clancy Brown lent his distinctive voice to the character of Lex Luthor in the critically acclaimed 'Superman: The Animated Series.' His performance was widely praised for adding depth and a menacing charisma to the iconic villain, setting a high bar for animated portrayals of Lex Luthor. What made Brown's portrayal unique was his ability to blend sophistication with malevolence, making Luthor both intelligent and intimidating. A lesser-known fact about his involvement is that Brown, who is also known for his physically imposing roles, recorded much of his dialogue standing up to capture the energy and intensity of the character, which contributed to the dynamic vocal performance that fans continue to admire.

Superman: The Animated Series 的制作团队