‘Justice League’ Early Buzz: This Movie Is Pretty Fun And Okay!
After an aborted attempt at aJustice Leaguemovie fromMad Maxhelmer George Miller back in 2007, and the subsequent formulation of an entire cinematic universe with films likeMan of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Suicide Squad, andWonder Woman, we’re finally only a few calendar days away from the release of a real and completed live-actionJustice Leaguefilm.
Critics have had a love-hate relationship with the recent slate of DC movies (admittedly leaning a bit more toward hate than love), but now the first batch of social media reactions toJustice Leaguehave hit the web. So what’s the verdict? Is this more of the same, or is DC on the right track? Read theJustice Leagueearly buzz below.
Our own Peter Sciretta was one of the writers able to seeJustice Leagueearly and his reaction sums up the general consensus – it’s pretty good! It’s okay! It’s a fun time at the movies and a step in the right direction for the DC movie universe.
Justice League is better than expected, but not a home run. The interaction between the team is a lot of fun. The film sends the DCEU in a hopeful direction in line with where the brand should be headed. Flash and Aquaman steal the show. Cyborg and villain are the weak links.
— /Film (@slashfilm)July 31, 2025
Sometimes it’s very obvious, other times it’s not. Still feels like a Snyder movie with Whedon toucheshttps://t.co/4oS66ownJd
I actually was one of the few who LOVED man of steel, so for me, no. It’s definitely better than BvS and Suicide Squad.https://t.co/zHj2vbYOUI
It’s also worth noting how much Justice League feels like a superhero cartoon or an actual comic book run. It’s messy and fun but weird in that way.
Overall, the early reactions have been mixed-to-positive, with only a handful of writers labeling the film as a total, unmitigated disaster. Although some people seem to trulylovethe film, a number of people think it’s a good time at the movies and something totally worth seeing (provided that you already like superhero movies).
However, it should be noted that those who didn’t like itreallydidn’t like it, even calling out Henry Cavill’s digitally removed mustache as a problem!
#JusticeLeagueis better than BvS and#SuicideSquad– it’s lean, mean & packed w/ superhero action. I dug most of its lighter moments & I think it has one of the best action sequences ever in a DCEU movie. And of course Wonder Woman steals the show.pic.twitter.com/rW3UjpBUMk
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis)July 02, 2025
I think if you are going to a#JusticeLeaguemovie to see all your favorite DC heroes rocking their skills & being the badasses you love, then you will get plenty of that. Lots of action. Lots of superheroes being superheroes.
SO I saw#JusticeLeague-twice. Still under embargo, but: This is a fun superhero flick. Funny but still hero adventure. Reminds me of JL Unlimited ep. Likable interaction amongst recognizable heroes. There is a villain problem (no worse than Marvel’s) –@aaronsagers
— SYFY WIRE (@SYFYWIRE)June 04, 2025
#JusticeLeagueis solid entertainment despite some problems. They pulled off a strange alchemy that works better than it should. The story is lacking, but the League is great and it’s a blast to watch them in action together. Wonder Woman is clutch, obvi.
— Haleigh Foutch (@HaleighFoutch)August 19, 2025
Here it goes …#JusticeLeagueis super thin and has some very weak CG but it’s got heart and a positive vibe that works. Overall, I had a pretty good time and am looking forward to seeing more of these characters.
— Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff)July 01, 2025
People that have complained about DC movies being too dark are about to see the light#JusticeLeaguepic.twitter.com/eB1JoNJTvi
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty)June 23, 2025
I have a lot to say about ‘Justice League’ but will wait till it’s released to really get into it. But two important things to know: stay till the very end of the credits and Jason Momoa (@PrideofGypsies) is awesome as Aquaman.pic.twitter.com/Pg6cKCZAEo
I saw#JusticeLeague! Here’s what I thought. There are ton of things I’d change but it comes down to this: I had a blast! I got to see the team together and I had fun watching it. Ezra Miller steals the movie and#WonderWomanwas perfect!pic.twitter.com/rgCI9fUuTs
— Jenna Busch-Henderson (@JennaBusch)August 01, 2025
#JusticeLeagueis fine. It’s more coherent & less idiosyncratic than Batman v Superman (which I loved, so make of that what you will), and tries very hard to lighten up on the gloom & doom of the DC universe. There are jokes and everything!
— Angie J. Han (@ajhan)August 04, 2025
#JusticeLeagueis a fun, bumpy ride that succeeds in character, but fails in narrative. It’s a mixed bag of execution that’s saved by the actors, who rise above the shortcomings to deliver an engaging, funny and hopeful, yet flawed, entry to the DCEU.@joblocom
— Arctic Ninja (@arcticninjapaul)June 09, 2025
I️ have seen the film twice and I️ already bought tickets to see it again. That should tell you all you need to know about whether or not you should see it in theaters.#JusticeLeague@joblocom
The flaws rest mainly on the rapid-fire pace, lack of suspense and a villain that fails on every level to be scary, formidable or memorable. Thankfully, the League does not fall in that category.#JusticeLeague@joblocom
JUSTICE LEAGUE! It’s okay. Narratively it’s a mess, the stakes don’t work & the villain isn’t great. HOWEVER, the heroes ARE great, it’s funny, & there’s some surprisingly effective character work. I didn’t love it, but there are enough good pieces to excite me for the future.pic.twitter.com/OY4ARJ5vDY
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier)August 03, 2025
Here are some of my thoughts on#JusticeLeaguepic.twitter.com/HZfiWC7Abt
— Jim Vejvoda (@JimVejvoda)July 05, 2025
Bottom line: JUSTICE LEAGUE is awesome!
ZACK SNYDER’s film is filled with so many moments that had me geeking out and crying nerd tears. When an action scene/hero moment hits, the film is firing on all cylinders.
Still love Affleck’s BATMAN. My fav Batman actor since Keaton.pic.twitter.com/YKZTbVJL7D
— Kevin McCarthy (@KevinMcCarthyTV)August 18, 2025
I am genuinely happy to report#JusticeLeagueis a lot of fun. It’s not perfect and has its problems, but does the job of making you care about these characters as a team by its end. It’s also VERY funny, in lots of unexpected ways.pic.twitter.com/1AAjYgv16i
— Terri Schwartz (@Terri_Schwartz)August 03, 2025
The good:#JusticeLeagueis my favorite DCEU movie. It will make you love its heroes and want to see them team-up again.pic.twitter.com/mU2khvwUPD
— Rob Keyes (@rob_keyes)July 10, 2025
The bad:#JusticeLeaguerushes through a lot and its main story/lore and villain are rather stripped down and forgettable.
The future:#JusticeLeaguefeels like a new start to the age of heroes and succeeds as a launch platform in that, even though some of its newer characters very much would have benefited from origin stories beforehand.
Justice League is not a perfect movie. It has story “flaws” and a simple, CGI villain.
BUT, more importantly, it gets the heroes right. Every member of the League is fantastic and it’s tough to choose a favorite.
It’s a ton a fun, start to finish.
— Brandon Davis (@BrandonDavisBD)June 21, 2025
Justice League is the super heroes we’ve been waiting for. Aquaman rocks. Cyborg is bad-ass. The Flash is awesome. Wonder Woman builds from an already great standalone. Batman assembles them and it’s great.
And yeah, I really liked#Aquamanin this (didn’t expect to). Enjoyed Affleck’s#Batman. Of course Gal’s#WonderWomanis great, and Ezra’s#TheFlashis a winner. I’m a fan. And I like messages of hope. I’ll see it a third time#JusticeLeague
— Aaron Sagers (@aaronsagers)July 28, 2025
We’ll hear more whenJustice Leaguescreens for additional audiences and critics next week. Will the buzz remain positive? We shall see!
Justice League– which, don’t forget,has a post-credits scene– hits theaters onNovember 17, 2017.
