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Superman: The Animated Series· Season 2 · Episode 23

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S02E23·7.3·November 8, 1997·30m·The WB

John Henry Irons, an ex-employee of LexCorp, has lately been developing a new, advanced suit for himself. When Superman is caught off guard from the reappearance of Metallo, Irons must suit-up as Steel to help the Man of Steel.

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#4In Season 2of 28 rated episodes
#11All-timeof 54 rated episodes
+0.6vs season avgSeason 2 averages 6.7
1997First airedNovember 8, 1997

Guest stars

Lauren TomLauren Tomas Angela Chen (voice)Brad GarrettBrad Garrettas Bibbo (voice)Michael Donovanas Male Anchor (voice)
Vernée WatsonVernée Watsonas Female Neighbor (voice)
Cree SummerCree Summeras Natasha (voice)
Marc Drotmanas Bank Manager (voice)
Matt LandersMatt Landersas Robber (voice)
Marc Robinsonas Teen (voice)

Crew

Andrea RomanoAndrea RomanoDirector
Curt GedaDirector
Hilary J. BaderHilary J. BaderWriter

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