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Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
A separate adaptation of Superman; useful for comparison, but unrelated to DC Nation Shorts’s story continuity.
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OUT NOWPremiered 11 November 2011
What to watch before DC Nation Shorts
4 titles · 40h 31m to catch up
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These earlier stories offer the clearest character and continuity context for DC Nation Shorts.
TV SERIES · OPTIONAL BACKGROUND
Young Justice
A separate adaptation of Beast Boy; useful for comparison, but unrelated to DC Nation Shorts’s story continuity.
ANIMATED FILM · OPTIONAL BACKGROUND
All Star Superman
A separate adaptation of Superman and Lois Lane; useful for comparison, but unrelated to DC Nation Shorts’s story continuity.
ANIMATED FILM · OPTIONAL BACKGROUND
Batman: Year One
A separate adaptation of Batman and Batgirl; useful for comparison, but unrelated to DC Nation Shorts’s story continuity.
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Do I need to watch everything before DC Nation Shorts?
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How long does it take to catch up before DC Nation Shorts?
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