Super Crooks

Superheroes turned super thieves in animated series

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About Super Crooks

Released: 2021

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1 Season

Cast
Kenjiro Tsuda, Maaya Sakamoto, Hiroshi Yanaka, Yasushi Kimura, Pierre Taki, Junichi Suwabe, Hisao Egawa, Eiji Takemoto, Tetsu Inada, Subaru Kimura, Wataru Hatano, KENN

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About

Super Crooks is a 2021 anime TV show based on the comic book series of the same name by writer Mark Millar and artist Leinil Francis Yu. The show follows a group of supervillains who band together for a heist in a world where superpowers are common. It is set in the same universe as the Netflix anime series "Super Crooks" follows the story of Johnny Bolt, a former supervillain who retires to a small town to start a new life. However, when a former colleague reaches out to him with a plan for a high-stakes heist, Johnny is drawn back into a world of crime and superpowers.

The show combines elements of action, comedy, and crime drama, providing an exciting and unique experience for viewers. With its engaging storyline and vibrant animation, Super Crooks has become a popular choice among anime fans.

Making / Production

Super Crooks was produced by Netflix and Bones Studio. The animation was handled by Studio Bones, known for their work on popular anime series such as Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood and My Hero Academia. The show features high-quality animation with detailed character designs and dynamic action sequences.

Actors

  • Johnny Bolt - Voiced by Junichi Suwabe: Junichi Suwabe delivers an impressive performance as the protagonist, Johnny Bolt. He effectively captures the character's complexity, showcasing both his cunning nature and vulnerabilities.
  • Kaley Cuoco - Voiced by Maaya Sakamoto: Maaya Sakamoto brings Kaley Cuoco's voice to life in the anime adaptation. Her energetic and charismatic portrayal adds depth to the character.
  • Sarah - Voiced by Yuuki Kaji: Yuuki Kaji provides the voice for Sarah, a talented hacker and member of the Super Crooks team. His voice acting adds a youthful and determined quality to the character.
  • The Heat - Voiced by Tatsuhisa Suzuki: Tatsuhisa Suzuki lends his voice to The Heat, a powerful and intimidating supervillain. His deep and commanding voice perfectly suits the character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The Super Crooks comic book series was created by Mark Millar, the same writer behind other successful comic book adaptations such as Kick-Ass and Kingsman: The Secret Service.
  • The TV show is set in the same universe as the Netflix anime series "Super Crooks," which focuses on a different group of characters with superpowers.
  • Super Crooks incorporates elements of superhero and heist genres, providing a fresh and exciting take on both.
  • The show features cameo appearances from other characters in Mark Millar's comic book universe, adding to the overall interconnectedness of his work.

Awards

No awards have been announced for Super Crooks at the time of writing.

Quotes

  • "In this world, you're either a superhero, or you're a supervillain. And I've got bigger things planned." - Johnny Bolt
  • "We're not heroes, we're villains. We're the Super Crooks." - Kaley Cuoco
  • "The bigger the risk, the bigger the reward." - The Heat

Music

The music for Super Crooks was composed by Kenichiro Suehiro. The soundtrack features a mix of energetic, jazzy tunes and intense, atmospheric tracks that enhance the overall tone of the show.

Soundtrack

  • "Crook's Anthem" - Opening Theme
  • "City of Shadows" - The Heat's Theme
  • "Heist of a Lifetime" - Action Sequence Theme
  • "Running from the Law" - Chase Sequence Theme