The extended runtime allows the film to breathe, giving each member of the League a proper introduction and motivation.
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The Flash is sent back in time to warn Bruce Wayne, successfully altering the timeline. The extended runtime allows the film to breathe,
| Feature | Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) | Justice League (Theatrical Cut, 2017) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Zack Snyder (original vision) | Joss Whedon (reshoots & re-edit) | | Runtime | 242 minutes (4h 2m) | 120 minutes (2h) | | Tone | Dark, epic, operatic, with a defined R-rating for violence. | Lighter, more comedic, with reshoots altering the film's atmosphere. | | Villain Focus | Steppenwolf & Darkseid, with Darkseid established as a major future threat. | Steppenwolf is the main and largely forgettable villain. | | Character Arcs | Deep character development for Cyborg and The Flash, integral to the plot. | Most of Cyborg's backstory and development was removed, reducing his role. | | Aspect Ratio | 1.33:1 (full-frame IMAX ratio), as shot by Snyder. | 1.85:1 (standard widescreen). | | Feature | Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021)