Review of The Return of Captain Invincible (1983) by Robert I — 22 Jan 2013

Not bad. The Incredibles before the Incredibles, but not nearly as funny, touching, or musically competent.

This review of The Return of Captain Invincible (1983) was written by Robert I on 22 Jan 2013.

The Return of Captain Invincible has generally received mixed reviews.

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