The Justice League returns

From Warner Bros. Animation, “Justice League: Doom” is loosely based on Mark Waid’s DC comic book “JLA: Tower of Babel.”

Scripted by the late Dwayne McDuffie, “Doom” addresses trust issues within the Justice League.

The immortal Vandal Savage steals files from the Batcave that contain the superheroes’ weaknesses and methods of killing them — methods devised by Batman himself. Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash and Green Lantern must first save each other, then the world.

“Justice League: Doom” also features Cyborg, a hero added to the Justice League roster in DC Comics’ re-launch last year.

The film is feasible as a continuation of the popular animated series “Justice League Unlimited,” featuring much of the same voice cast, including Kevin Conroy as Batman and Michael Rosenbaum as the Flash. In the role of Green Lantern, Nathan Fillion’s Hal Jordan replaces Phil LaMarr’s John Stewart.

Competent animation, witty dialogue, creative action and complex motivations fill a character-driven story.

“Justice League: Doom” will appeal to anyone who likes superheroes or simply appreciates smart, nuanced adventure.