I Rewatched STATIC SHOCK Cartoon Series (Retro Review) 

I did a school paper about the racism episode of Static, got an A.

I remember watching Static Shock all the time as a kid. To this day I still remember it fondly for not only being a fun superhero cartoon, but also a show that tried to teach good lessons as well. Heck, one of the episodes was about gun control and for a show for kids it was done very well.

It’s a nice way to honor the og static shock animated series that was truly so iconic in my days in middle school, which hopefully the live action film will be just as cool and dope.

Virgil Hawkins was THE Miles Morales of the 90s...he was cool, relatable and had so much growth~ If they ever reboot or do a live action thingy, I hope they do it justice! ALSO HVH...HIGH FLYYYYIINNGGG HEEERROOOO!!!

Static Shock deserves a big live action movie. I've legit felt that way since Superhero movies took off. Static would be awesome to adapt. He's got his own world too so you don't even need to connect it to DC stuff or anything. It could be like how Shazam did it

I rewatched it earlier this year, and the line that stuck with me was from when Static visits Africa and says something along the lines of "In America I am a black kid, but here in Africa I am just a kid"

It blows my mind the fact Static is played by Phil LaMarr, Samurai Jack, Jon Stewart, and other roles.

I’ve been going to convention cosplaying as Static, and it’s makes me smile seeing and meeting other people on how much they still appreciate him and how much of an impact his show did.

My favorite sight gag in Static is a later episode where a repentant Rubber Band Man got framed and is working with Virgil's sister to avoid getting caught. He ends up transforming into a vacuum cleaner to avoid detection from the family which Sharon then had to wheel out of the room; unfortunately for her he still weighs as much as a full grown man and Sharon is forced to full on drag him out because apparently "wheels are hard."😄

Man I miss this show and loved it as a kid, as well as Batman Beyond. In an era of so many superhero shows and movies (some of which are getting rebooted) I really wish this show was 1 of them, as well as Batman Beyond!

FYI, in the season finale of Justice League Unlimited, "The Once and Future Thing", we see future-Static again when the three we focus on for it - Batman, John Stewart and Wonder Woman - end up flung to Batman Beyond-time by a jackass and his time machine.

I never had a Hispanic hero to watch as a kid so this was the next best thing to watch while growing up and I still have a soft spot for it.

It was actually so funny with Robert (virgil’s dad) danced to the soul power theme song.

The soundtrack for static shock is crazy, the music was fantastic for it to be a animated kids show.

Another parallel to Peter Parker, future Static is acknowledged as one of the greatest heroes of Earth. Not quite the same impact as Spider-Man, since DC has guys like Superman to contend with for the title, but it was pretty cool.

From what I’ve seen Ebon looks like a pretty cool villain His powers are cool and his voice is actually really intimidating and menacing A voice I won’t forget for awhile

This show, Batman TAS, Batman Beyond, and Justice League were my favorite DC shows to watch every day and night

10:43 I still remember the first time I _really_ recognized class issues, it was this show's episode focusing on the homeless girl with ice powers. It rattled me, deeply, more than nearly other TV episode has.

7:36 fun fact about Hotstreak, in the comics his main power was super speed and the flames were simply a byproduct of his powers.

That first season had EVERYTHING. Origins, racism, gun violence, good heartfelt/ tearjerker moments

Hit me right in the nostalgia... I love the different theme music everybody had. Especially the stomping guy

The episode with Ritchie’s dad still stands out to me any time people pull racist crap. I always think of Virgil’s dad’s line calling Ritchie’s dad a “fine upstanding bigot.”

I really liked the show growing up. Especially when I found out it was connected to DC. It was like the animated MCU of that era lol. The DCAU was the shit

I love that DC is like "Anything you want Andre the you know the Snydercut or like you could do the Batman animated series or like Batwoman or like the Superman show or like you know anything". Andre:"Static Shock" DC representatives:"Or that, that um do we own that"

I rewatched it as well Andre. I am amazed how Static Shock touched on so many different subjects that made the show ahead of it's time. It was missing some episodes on HBO Max.

I’ve been rewatching DC animated series like Batman Beyond and Teen Titans. With the Titans series still airing on HBO Max, do you think they’ll ever make a continuation for Teen Titans 2003 series as well?

Static shock is the Black TV show that we really need it isn't in your face or preachy? It show don't tell just watching the show gets the message through and they don't need to be all preachy about it and just consistently bring up the fact that he's black or something he's just static shock and that's what makes the show so great. And that school shooter episode was completely amazing. Static shock just it was ahead of its time

Static shock is a gem and i loved the epic cross overs

this show was incredible, from the music to the animation and the themes it touched, they need to make more shows like Static Shock, Frozen Out will always make me cry

I came as soon as I saw the title, Static Shock is so good! Miss it so much!

Static was such a great show. I recently rewatched the show and it still holds up today

Static was a great show, especially when they tackled the serious subjects. It didn't beat you over the head or even go overboard. They made it all feel like it was real. You forget you're watching a show where the main character always has to worry about static cling. Not to mention he is an incredible character.

You should definitely give Young Justice a look. Static shows up in season 2, and Black Lightning becomes his mentor is season 3

When you mentioned the show "going there" and "that episode," the one you talked about was actually the second I thought of. The first one that came to my mind was when a bullied kid brought a gun to school.

So many child actors could have played Static, DC and Milestone are dragging their feet on a live action movie or show...

I'm glad you mentioned Milestone comics. They've always needed more attention and now that they have returned, they need it more than ever.

The first two seasons in particular is amazing. It covered so many grounds that I felt the later two seasons just couldn't match or beat. They do somewhat made up for it with all the great crossovers. Still a great show overall.

One of my favorite lines was from the episode where Virgil's dad was kidnapped. "Oh good, you got my message." "Dude, you called me a worm three times. How could I miss it?" I always loved Virgil and Richie's banter.

I remember watching static shock as a kid, completely unaware that he was in the dc universe , so imagine the heart attack I almost got when I see batman and robin teaming up with static , I'm like " well this is a pleasantly unexpected crossover "😁

I missed this show growing up but watched it for the first time a couple weeks ago and was surprised at the real world issues like racism they dealt with 🤯

I hope he talks about the best Scooby Doo series of all time “Scooby Doo Mystery Incorporated”

I saw a superhero he was black, he said this is for the streets, Static Shock is back

Recently started the kiddo on this show, and got to "that episode" and loved it. Haven't gotten to the crossover episodes yet, but I remember an older Static showing up in Justice League Unlimited The Once & Future Thing 2. In the episode GL brings up that he knows Static. While thinking about "that episode" I'm reminded of the episode Legends from Justice League, where some of the team members are shunted into an alternate universe to team up with the Justice Society. In this episode there are a few scenes that contrast views on equality, and the evolution of comics. Such as Hawkgirl being asked to go into the kitchen while the men talk, and Green Lantern being called a credit to his people. I remember watching this when it first aired and thinking that was a bold move, but we don't see the kind of evolution of beliefs "that episode" of Static Shock gives us. Instead we are shown that these ideals are outdated and held by someone who refuses to move forward in life.

This was great. I miss Static and would love for him to get an animated sequel series. I love how it's message was told with good writing and never felt preachy. I'd love to see you do more of these videos on the DC animated shows we grew up with like Batman and Superman Animated Series. Maybe HBO MAX can sponsor them too!

As A OG 5 year old watching BATAS AS IT AIRED! Sons of the Fathers is bar none, the BEST DC has ever put out. It was nearly perfect. I just wish we got to hear the conversation between Virgil and his father. I would love to know what they talked about, how emotional it was and everything that was going through the boy’s head. GAH I love that episode. Ritchie’s father was perfectly played to his character and the best thing is, with Ritchie being gay, if they allowed that back then, we would’ve gotten to see his father being potentially even more accepting AND THAT is far more important than punching, laser zapping, flying and beating up bad guys. Thank you Satic, for an amazing childhood that taught me anyone can be a superhero and it doesn’t matter what you look like. What matters is that you care about what you’re doing, the people you can help annnnnnd maybe have a boppin theme song to go along doesn’t hurt ;)

It's great to see the little tribute to Dwayne McDuffie there at the end; that man was truly special.

I think one of the episodes I remember the most is when Adam/Rubber Band Man was turning over a new leaf and became a hero in the eyes of the public. He had been getting fanmail as a result, but after Virgil asks him why he hasn't replied to any of it, it turned out Adam suffered from dyslexia. The episode was about identifying and learning how to deal with someone with dyslexia as Adam learned how to deal with it himself. I'm not a dyslexic myself, but the POV the episode had on Adam was eye opening and made me more accepting and understanding of true dyslexics despite how dyslexia is used as a joke all the time in our society for simple mistakes of misreading things.

My favorite episode is the one where Virgil's father gets captured. His father eventually finds out about Him being a super hero.

Goddamn, just flashbacked to watching this show in the kitchen off the small CRT. Definitely need Static back in one way or another. Anansi, too!

I really miss this series. I really hope that if and when a live action Static comes onto the scene, the actor has big shoes to fill. Love that you mention the Static in Africa episode!!! One episode that stands out to me is the one that dealt with bullying and school shooting. It was one of those PSA episodes but I think it very well written.

Oooh I'm excited for this bc I recently rewatched too!! I cried at the same episodes that make me cry: Richie getting shot, the Frozen Out/Holiday episode, the one where he goes back in time and sees his mom, ugh so good!

Listen man, being a young black kid from the U.K. when Static Shock dropped did so much for me and I didn’t even realise at the time. Having that representation at a young age was so important and it’s soo nuts that the storylines are relevant today. I remember there was even a episode were Static talks about dyslexia! Like they really touched every based… and him getting to know his Ghanaian roots was nuts because what other cartoon was doing that ??? Big thanks to Dwayne McDuffie because this hero is actually elite!

I rewatched it a few years ago. Still a really impactful series... makes his Post New 52 appearances reeeeeally irritating! I liked trying to catch all the Milestone references. One episode featuring Static's "catchphrase" for instance, and in the episode where Richy becomes Gear he initially thinks of Hardware to which Static replied "I think someone else is using that" referencing that Milestone character.

I loved, loved Static Shock. One of the OGs and personal favorite. I loved the episodes that focused on Virgil and Richie, mainly because I loved their friendship. So that episode with Richie's dad has always stuck with me. I also loved the one when Virgil and Richie meet a band baby who's power allows them to go back in time and Virgil meets his mother and it's just so touching. Your video has made me want to do my own rewatch, thank you 😊

I never clicked a video notification so fast!😂😂 and I just finished binge watched the show about a month ago 😁

First! Nice to see the DCAU as a whole get some love after I have seen a couple of people not treat it as mainstream.

Static is underrated, people keep talking about Spiderman and how his story is more relatable and more realistically down to earth. But Static Shock touches on subjects that Spiderman hasn't like racism, homeless people, and school bullying And also he decided to be a hero not because he abuses his power and innocent people got killed, it's because he's a good kid who got brought up well

I remember when static shock came out back in 2000

10:37 Permafrost!! I loved her as a kid and still do! A Homeless girl who wanted to be alone due to losing her mother but is jealous of families being happy while she is miserable and Static, Mm! Her character gave Static the opportunity to show me how kind of character he is.

In one episode they introduced a new character that could’ve had more development looking back on the show. She was police officer and notices Virgil in an ally and what was he doing. He was changing out of his costume,which was in his bag, and decided to run out of panic. It’s revealed that his dad’s new girlfriend is that same officer. She was only two or three episodes. I feel like she’d be more relevant in today’s time had she become a full support character.

I used to love this show! My mom would watch it with me sometimes. I cried when they stopped playing reruns of it on Disney XD. I was eleven at the time. I'm 24 now, and I finally got to rewatch it on HBO Max and it's as awesome as I remember! The theme song is different than I remember, but since Andre said there were different theme songs, I guess that's why I remember a different theme song then the one for the first season. I used to love the song!

I used to watch Static Shock when I was a kid when Kids WB Was still Airing at The Time. Now since I’m a Superhero Fan (Both Marvel and DC) I would look up and make my own project someday.

I never get tired of this show, one of favorites growing up. I seem to come back to thinking or even watching it every couple of years and the itch is coming back now. Maybe for another binge Batman the animated series? Or maybe Batman Beyond?

This was one of my favorites growing up. I remember coming home from school and putting this on and just enjoying the hell out of it. This really brings back a lot of memories.

My favorite part of Static Shock hands down is the music. That hip hop is like the soul and is what really made the series distinct.

Definitely a memorable cartoon from back when I was a kid. I think Static is a really memorable and unique character, it's pretty great.

I’ve had “So So Fly” (She-Bangs theme) stuck in my head for a decade.

I always loved this show. The Batman Beyond crossover was awesome

Imagine if the school bully suddenly got superpowers. That’s gotta be every nerd’s worst nightmare.

I’ve always been a Marvel person but growing up if you asked me who my favourite superhero was I would tell you it was Static. It was such a great show, which I’m due to do a rewatch of, and now I’m even more frustrated that I can’t access HBO Max in Canada. I need my Static Shock! ⚡️💙

This show is still loved here in Brazil even after all years. And was a great part of my childhood.

Just recently I re-watched the entirety of the DC Animated Universe with my gf. Happy to say it's really aged well, and frankly Static in particular ended up being a favorite.

Static Shock IS a show for everyone! I'm a white dude who grew up watching the show. (Not as much as Batman or Spiderman, but that's because DC kept looping the same episodes a lot. Hard to get excited for a show when you've seen the same episode twice in the past month or two already.) But now I want to watch through the full thing sometime. I love how Vergil and Richie are best buds and the "racial divide" ain't even a thing for them, just like for me and my African-American best friend growing up. I love that the show boldly tackles massive social issues from racism, homelessness, social pressure, addiction, and others while staying grounded and fun the majority of the time. Crossing over with Batman is just too cool. Static belonged with every hero he shared episodes with. Here's hoping the next release of anything Static is amazing.

Static is my all-time favorite superhero. Vigii is such a bro - funny, smart, compassionate - and a total nerd and also cool. Thanks for making this video.

Oh man, I used to watch this show every Saturday along side x men: evolution, batman beyond, and Jackie chan adventures (please review those in the future!). I enjoyed this review and am glad you talked about this show!

When you were talking about "That episode", I was initially like... Bro, it's been like 15 yrs since I watched Static, how tf do you expec-... "He went to Richie's house...". OHHHH, yeahhhhh... I remember now. Lmao

Static Shock had an insane impact on me as a kid that I used some throwaway line as my online moniker forever (now included) "You say freak, I say unique" (Turned it into Unique Lee Alive) That has stuck with me all these years and honestly, I absolutely love it

I loved static shock growing up. He was such a cool superhero and I loved him. Re rewatched it recently and I still enjoy the heck out of it.

Dude, here in Brazil, Static is like a GOD. Literally everyone use to watch Static Shock and loved the show. I even believe the show made more success here than in other parts of the world, because I rarely see non-Brazilians talking about it, and here it's still remembered as a part of our popular imagination

You asked for our favorite Static Shock episode. It was when they went to Africa and he met Anansi. I love how Sharon was shopping up a storm. I'm not big on shopping, but I'd have to take an extra couple bags if I went to Africa. 😊

One of my favorite parts about that Green Lantern episode was that they figured it out because Sinestro was too flashy using the ring compared to John Stewart's more taciturn style.

Wow, this video came out on time. I just finished rewatching the series this week lol I was expecting Specs and Trapper to be used a bit more considering they were one of the few villains that have come the closest to truly beating Static.

Getting nostalgic about Static really makes me want to see Sync in the MCU. Back in the 90s, gangster movies were popular, gangster rap was growing in popularity. While this was giving a voice to African-Americans who weren't heard before, it also played into some negative stereotypes among white people. The writer who created the character Sync said that he was challenging those growing stereotypes. He ticks all the boxes of what white people think of when someone says they are from the projects. He was raised by his grandmother because his mother was on drugs. He grew up in a very poor, crime-ridden neighborhood. Despite all that, he's a well-adjusted, down-to-Earth, likable guy. At the time, he was the most sane, reliable person at Xavier's mansion. He's not as cheerful as Static, but still, it's good to challenge the stereotypes of people who grew up in poor, rough neighborhoods.

Real talk, I've been looking for a new show to watch through soon and I think this is as good a reason as any to rewatch Static Shock. Great memories you brought back from this show.

As a fellow dyslexic, I appreciate having rubberbandman's "too long for counterclockwise" scene

I loved watching this series as a kid, I really enjoyed the episode with Anansi. So stoked to see what they do with a live action project!

You really should watch Ben 10. The sequel shows especially since they had Dwayne McDuffie as one of the lead writers.

I have a few issues of the Static comic. The mix of comic and Afro graffiti art was super original at time. I recommend it for the art alone.

Black Nerd Comedy I loved Static Shock as a kid. I watched it when it was on all three of those channels.

Nice video I loved this show when I was kid. Are you going to review Titans?

YES Static was a gem of my childhood and the show did it’s JOB😭 Thanks to that cartoon I never grew up thinking that heroes were limited to any color or class. His story embodied what Milestone was about to a T. One of the most important characters in pop culture and I hope DC uses him more😭 he’s worth the financial risk

I loved this series. Had a crush on Hotstreak. Danny Cooksey is awesome, and he was also Jack Spicer in Xiaolin Showdown.

Man, I had the biggest grin when I saw this pop up in my feed. We didn't have cable growing up so Fox Kids and WB Saturday Lineup were like my everything. Batman TAS, the Batman / Superman Adventures, Ghostbusters TAS, MIB TAS, X-Men, and of course this show. It's kind of weird looking back because there's this call for more representation and I think back to the shows I grew up with and it feels like we had it if you knew where to look. But then... What happened? I know cartoons as a whole seemed to get relegated to CN and Disney but by the time that happened I had kind of outgrown the time slot and most of those shows had already ended anyway. Or maybe it's still there I just hear more screaming these days than I ever gave a thought to back then. One episode that really stuck with me for some reason, even though I remember some of the heavier subjects you mentioned, was there was one with these two kids trying to stay out of the foster care system. If I remember right, the older brother was determined he could take care of them by using his power (like a built in sound box? I think he called himself Boom) to rob places and like you said, once Static found out why the guy was attacking these places he had the little sister help him find the guy so they could stop from getting himself hurt since his spree could only last so long. Unfortunately at the end of the episode, the boy was taken in police and I think the girl felt betrayed until Static explained they're going to get her brother some help first and I think they were going to be taken in by her grandma. I don't know why that episode still comes to mind but it goes with what you said about finding out there may be more going on with why people do things than we can see.

I love how much you love what you love. Watching you geek out reminds me of myself. I'm completely your older play cousin. Raising my sons, they have definitely seen their mother geek out about the series of my youth (Speed Racer - the original, Johnny Socko and His Flying Robot, Astro Boy, Ultraman et al) Sharing those shows and watching them catch the feeling. Few things are like being able to share that kind of love, joy, and excitement. They're all adults now and I'm fortunate enough to still crowd on the sofa and watch the latest JoJo or rewatch and argue over Hunter x Hunter characters along with many other shows. But, in addition to my enjoyment of my kids, I thoroughly enjoy the time I spend watching your channel. As you touched upon in your discussion of Static Shock, being able to see others similar to myself engaging in activities I enjoy not commonly available to me is a satisfying feeling. I appreciate your work. You do it very well. And, I'm proud of you for the quality production you've built. Well done my play cousin!

Not enough content about this classic series happy we have someone like. Still holds up

I used to watch Static shock every time it was on Kids WB back in the day, Static was a cool hero, he was down to earth and relatable and for a Saturday morning kids show it handled serious issues very well, I liked as well that the voice actor for Hot Streak was also the same guy who voiced Jack Spicer in Xiaolin Showdown and how Ebon was like Magneto with his Brotherhood of Meta Humans and wanted to wipe out humans, I'm pretty sure Vergil is also present in Young Justice as well and whenever he pops in some DC related thing it always makes me happy

Loved watching this show as a kid. I definitely get what you mean about appreciating it more as an adult. The show covered a lot of heavy topics (I knew exactly what episode you were gonna talk about) and it still managed to be fun and relatable. I always remember the time travel episode with his mom as being especially heartfelt.

Love these retro reviews andre they fit you so well

I found it funny when static used his powers to recharge John Stewarts lantern ring

Static needs to come back, his movie or live action show would kickass⚡️