Invincible
Invincible

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Invincible

Movie
109 min
English

A character-driven comedy drama about neighbourliness and class divisions (or lack thereof); Invincible follows Emily and Oliver – a liberal, middle-class couple from the South of England – who move up North to live a cheaper life as the 2012 recession hits, and raise their children among what they term as “real people”. There, they invite their neighbours round for drinks where the evening turns to debates about war, art and football. A microcosm for the wider discussion on class politics and world views.

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IMDb8.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes98%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users94%
Director: Robert KirkmanGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Superhero

Plot Summary

Invincible follows 17-year-old Mark Grayson, who is mostly an ordinary teenager except for the fact that his father is the most powerful superhero on the planet. Mark begins to develop his own powers in succession to his father and begins to unlock the heroic potential that runs in his blood. However, the debut of his powers comes at the cost of the terrifying realization that his father is not who he appears to be, setting the stage for betrayal, betrayal, and a fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Invincible has been met with widespread critical acclaim, with praise for its mature themes, brutal action sequences, compelling characters, and faithfulness to the source material. It is considered one of the best animated superhero series of all time. The show has also garnered significant positive audience reception, particularly for its unexpected plot twists and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surprisingly dark and mature take on the superhero genre.

  • Lauded for its spectacular, often brutal, action sequences and animation.

  • Applauded for its strong character development and emotional storytelling.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praise Invincible for its mature storytelling, intense action, and faithfulness to the comic books. Many appreciate the unexpected plot twists and the deep emotional impact of the series, particularly the complex father-son dynamic.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for multiple Annie Awards, including Outstanding Achievement for Voice Acting in an Animated Television/Media Production.

Fun Fact

The show's creator, Robert Kirkman, also created 'The Walking Dead' comic series, which was adapted into a successful television show.

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