Harley Quinn Season 5 Honors Superman's Iconic Movie Moment
Season 5 of Harley Quinn opens in Metropolis, delivering sharp satire while cleverly referencing Superman's cinematic history. The show's premiere doesn't just bring Harley (Kaley Cuoco) and Ivy (Lake Bell) into Superman's world; it also nods to Richard Donner's 1978 Superman: The Movie.
Superman's Time-Reversal Feat Gets a Harley Quinn Twist
During their visit to Metropolis's museum, Harley and Ivy are chatting with Superman (James Wolk), who casually mentions that just a week ago, he flew around the world to reverse time and save Lois Lane a direct reference to Donner's classic film.
In Superman: The Movie, Christopher Reeve's Man of Steel battles the nuclear attack from Lex Luthor. Although he saves many, he cannot stop Lois Lane's death in time. Superman, crushed by the situation, ignores Jor-El's warning, flies around the Earth, and reverses time to save her.
Harley Quinn's Ingenious Tribute to DC History
This infamous scene, though debated on its scientific accuracy, is one of the most iconic moments of Superman in film. By referencing it, Harley Quinn celebrates and humorously critiques the extravagance of superhero storytelling.
In Season 5, Harley Quinn continues its tradition of blending DC history with satire, proving why it remains a fan-favorite animated series.
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