---
title: "Static Shock"
year: 2000
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/static-shock-2000"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 1487
imdb_id: "tt0247729"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 4
episodes_count: 52
runtime_minutes: 22
community_rating: 8.0
vote_count: 232
content_rating: "TV-Y7"
---

# Static Shock (2000) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/static-shock-2000

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Static Shock is a television series centered on a young person living in an inner-city environment. The narrative follows an ordinary teenager who gains extraordinary powers. Through these newfound abilities, the character transitions into an urban legend. This development marks the protagonist as the first teenage African-American superhero. The provided sources do not offer additional details regarding the production history, cast, or episode count of this series. The term static, as defined by various dictionaries, refers to something that is fixed, stationary, or exerting force without motion, and it is also used in technical contexts such as computer programming libraries. While the series title shares this word, the provided documentation focuses on the character's journey from an ordinary youth to a superhero figure within an urban setting. No further information regarding the show's specific plot points, release dates, or creative team is available in the provided materials.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teenage African-American gains electric powers and becomes a superhero in his urban community."

### Why Watch
- Groundbreaking representation of a young Black superhero
- Relatable coming-of-age themes mixed with superhero action
- Strong focus on community and social issues

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some dated animation by today's standards
- Limited merchandise compared to other superhero franchises
- Tone & Suitability: Appropriate for middle school audiences with mild action violence and mature themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: urban, youth-focused, superhero, coming-of-age, contemporary

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo | Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (13 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 52
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 6 (12%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 46 (88%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Dwayne McDuffie, Michael Davis, Denys Cowan, Derek Dingle
- **Networks / Studios**: The WB

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Phil LaMarr** as *Virgil Hawkins / Static (voice)*
- **Jason Marsden** as *Richie Foley / Gear (voice)*
- **Kevin Michael Richardson** as *Robert Hawkins (voice)*
- **Michele Morgan** as *Sharon Hawkins (voice)*
- **Crystal Scales** as *Daisy Watkins (voice)*
- **Maria Canals-Barrera** as *Shelly Sandoval (voice)*
- **Danica McKellar** as *Frieda (voice)*
- **Danny Cooksey** as *Hotstreak (voice)*
- **Gary Anthony Sturgis** as *Ebon (voice)*
- **Tia Texada** as *Talon (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What kind of powers does the main character have?
The protagonist gains electromagnetic powers including electricity generation and manipulation.

### Q: Is this show based on comics?
Yes, it's adapted from the Milestone Comics universe and later incorporated into DC Comics.

### Q: What age group is this show targeted toward?
Primarily aimed at teenagers but suitable for middle school viewers.

### Q: Does the show deal with real-world issues?
Yes, it frequently addresses social problems relevant to urban communities.

### Q: Is the animation style modern?
The animation reflects early 2000s television standards and may appear dated now.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Static ft. Hatsune Miku - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlTNKOnfXFk)
- [STATIC Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/static)
- [STATIC | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/static)
- [STATIC Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com](https://www.dictionary.com/browse/static)
- [Static - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Static)
- [STATIC definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary](https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/static)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*