Harley Quinn has an odd history. The character has become one of the most recognizable aspects of Batman’s mythos but did not originate from the comics. Rarely do characters that don’t exist in the source material get the kind of love that Harley Quinn did, and it seemed to have been the case for her initially as well.
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series | Warner Brothers
Back in 2017, Paul Dini sat down with Entertainment Weekly to talk about his character on her 25th anniversary, opening up about the thought process that went behind the character and what the fans thought about it initially. Turns out, the entire camp was split through the middle about the character of Harley Quinn.
Batman: The Animated Series had to win over the hardcore fans with Harley Quinn
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
Speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Harley Quinn co-creator Paul...
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series | Warner Brothers
Back in 2017, Paul Dini sat down with Entertainment Weekly to talk about his character on her 25th anniversary, opening up about the thought process that went behind the character and what the fans thought about it initially. Turns out, the entire camp was split through the middle about the character of Harley Quinn.
Batman: The Animated Series had to win over the hardcore fans with Harley Quinn
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
Speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Harley Quinn co-creator Paul...
- 6/2/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Harley Quinn is one of the most important characters in Batman’s mythos, a rare occasion where an important character in the mythos of an A-list superhero was created outside of comic books. A creation of Bruce Timm and Paul Dini, Harley Quinn would go on to become one of the most popular characters in the Batman franchise, and headline multiple series of her own, in animation and in comic books.
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series | Warner Brothers
On the 25th anniversary of the character, Paul Dini sat down with Entertainment Weekly to discuss the character and how she came about, dropping an interesting titbit that links the character directly with Adam West’s version of Batman.
Paul Dini revealed how Harley Quinn was connected to Adam West’s version of the Batman
Adam West’s Batman | Greenlaw Productions
Adam West’s Batman is widely hailed as one...
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series | Warner Brothers
On the 25th anniversary of the character, Paul Dini sat down with Entertainment Weekly to discuss the character and how she came about, dropping an interesting titbit that links the character directly with Adam West’s version of Batman.
Paul Dini revealed how Harley Quinn was connected to Adam West’s version of the Batman
Adam West’s Batman | Greenlaw Productions
Adam West’s Batman is widely hailed as one...
- 6/2/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Superman: The Animated Series remains one of the quintessential versions of the Man of Steel for an entire generation. However, as is the case with most animated series, some, if not all of the work is often outsourced to other countries to meet budget constraints and tight deadlines, as was the case with the first entry into the Dcau.
Superman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]The episode after the pilot for Superman: The Animated Series, titled ‘Fun and Games‘, came at the heels of the three-part episode that laid the scene for the character and series. This episode was handled by a Japanese studio and features the Toyman.
The episode made by the Japanese pissed everyone off Superman: The Animated Series | Warner Brothers Animation
Robert N. Skir, who was a writer on both X-Men: The Animated Series and Batman: The Animated Series, was also a part of the Superman: The Animated Series.
Superman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]The episode after the pilot for Superman: The Animated Series, titled ‘Fun and Games‘, came at the heels of the three-part episode that laid the scene for the character and series. This episode was handled by a Japanese studio and features the Toyman.
The episode made by the Japanese pissed everyone off Superman: The Animated Series | Warner Brothers Animation
Robert N. Skir, who was a writer on both X-Men: The Animated Series and Batman: The Animated Series, was also a part of the Superman: The Animated Series.
- 6/1/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
My Adventures with Superman is one of the most brilliant superhero animated series. Created by Brendan Clougher, Jake Wyatt, and Josie Campbell, the Adult Swim series tells the story of Superman aka Clark Kent as he starts his new job at The Daily Planet, with his roommate Jimmy Olson, and his senior intern at The Daily Planet who is none other than Lois Lane. They quickly become a team and try to bring in big stories so that they can become real reporters while Clark also tries to become the hero he is meant to be. My Adventures with Superman has great action but the brilliant thing about the series is that it isn’t an action series about Superman, it’s a series about a superhero and his relationships as he figures out who he really is. So, if you love the heart, optimism, great story, and fantastic animation...
- 5/27/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
It has been 84 years since Catwoman made her debut in the DC Universe; she has been an influential character within the Batman franchise. Over 8 decades, Selina Kyle has been showcased as a cat burglar, a villain, sometimes a hero, and having a romantic interest in The Caped Crusader. Since the Batman franchise has been rebooted over the years, several big names have portrayed The Cat, and each one of them has brought something new to the table, adding to the Cat Burglar’s antihero legacy.
Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman in Batman Returns. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
In the recent adaptations of the Batman films, Zoë Kravitz and Anne Hathaway portrayed the character, who was iconic in the role, but neither of them could match the popularity of Michelle Pfeiffer in the 1992 film. If you had doubts, then, this behind-the-scenes from Batman Returns would make you forget every other actress that has helmed the role.
Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman in Batman Returns. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
In the recent adaptations of the Batman films, Zoë Kravitz and Anne Hathaway portrayed the character, who was iconic in the role, but neither of them could match the popularity of Michelle Pfeiffer in the 1992 film. If you had doubts, then, this behind-the-scenes from Batman Returns would make you forget every other actress that has helmed the role.
- 5/26/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Batman: The Caped Crusader has gotten fans excited about Bruce Timm’s novel take on the Dark Knight. The animated show will take Bruce Wayne and other aspects of the Batman mythos and set them in the 40s, a time when Batman’s modern gadgets and gizmos simply did not exist.
Batman: Caped Crusader
Apart from Batman being stripped of all his gadgets, Caped Crusader will also be giving its other characters a slick 40’s makeover, among which is Selina Kyle, also known as Catwoman. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bruce Timm, co-creator of the show, revealed how the design of Catwoman was made distinct from her previous iterations.
Batman: Caped Crusader did not want to ape Batman: The Animated Series
Catwoman | DC Comics
Bruce Timm talked about how the characters that he and his team were introducing Caped Crusader needed to be different and feel as dated as the time they were in.
Batman: Caped Crusader
Apart from Batman being stripped of all his gadgets, Caped Crusader will also be giving its other characters a slick 40’s makeover, among which is Selina Kyle, also known as Catwoman. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bruce Timm, co-creator of the show, revealed how the design of Catwoman was made distinct from her previous iterations.
Batman: Caped Crusader did not want to ape Batman: The Animated Series
Catwoman | DC Comics
Bruce Timm talked about how the characters that he and his team were introducing Caped Crusader needed to be different and feel as dated as the time they were in.
- 5/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Superman: The Animated Series was the second show that aired in the Dcau, but remains one of the best adaptations of the Man of Steel. Bruce Timm can arguably be called the architect of the Dcau. Superman was voiced by Tim Daly of The Sopranos fame, who might not have been as excited for the animated series as fans.
Superman: The Animated Series | Warner Bros.
Tim Daly talked to Flickering Myth about his involvement with Superman: The Animated Series, and how he played the role at a time when the Dcau had just kicked off. While actors like Kevin Conroy approached the role with a passion for the characters that they played, it seemed the case was completely different for Tim Daly.
Tim Daly did not realize how important Superman was for an entire generation
Superman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]Tim Daly admitted to Flickering Myth that...
Superman: The Animated Series | Warner Bros.
Tim Daly talked to Flickering Myth about his involvement with Superman: The Animated Series, and how he played the role at a time when the Dcau had just kicked off. While actors like Kevin Conroy approached the role with a passion for the characters that they played, it seemed the case was completely different for Tim Daly.
Tim Daly did not realize how important Superman was for an entire generation
Superman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]Tim Daly admitted to Flickering Myth that...
- 5/24/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is considered one of DC’s premiere creators when it comes to their animated material. Timm has co-created some of DC’s most important pieces of animated content. From Superman: The Animated Series, and Batman: The Animated Series to Justice League and Justice League Unlimited, Timm had a role to play in the creation of all these IPs, all of which shared a continuity, together being referred to as the Dcau.
Justice League Unlimited | Warner Bros.
Although after Justice League Unlimited ended, the show would not get a sequel, it continued via Justice League vs. The Fatal Five. The film existed in the same universe as the Dcau, as confirmed by Bruce Timm, who took the time to clear out where the film stands in the timeline.
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five takes place a few years after Justice League Unlimited ended
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five...
Justice League Unlimited | Warner Bros.
Although after Justice League Unlimited ended, the show would not get a sequel, it continued via Justice League vs. The Fatal Five. The film existed in the same universe as the Dcau, as confirmed by Bruce Timm, who took the time to clear out where the film stands in the timeline.
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five takes place a few years after Justice League Unlimited ended
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five...
- 5/23/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy has portrayed Batman more often than anyone else, appearing in a variety of animated films, TV series, and, of course, video games. Part of what made the late actor so iconic was his distinctive way of delivering the richness of dynamic dialogue that became essential to the Batman character.
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
- 5/23/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Batman: Caped Crusader will be the latest take on the Dark Knight of Gotham by DC Animation extraordinaire, Bruce Timm. Timm has been responsible for co-creating works like Batman: The Animated Series, The New Adventures of Batman, and Batman Beyond. But perhaps the most significant contribution the creator has made to the Batman mythos is the original character that he made for his adaptation of Batman, the ever whimsical villain-turned-ally for Batman, Harley Quinn.
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series
Harleen Quinzel was a simple psychologist at Arkham Asylum when she was assigned to and fell in love with The Joker, who turned her into his loyal and adoring girlfriend, despite all the abuses he hurled at her over the course of their relationship.
Ever since then, the character has become somewhat of an icon in her own right, headlining her own animated show as well, while making multiple...
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series
Harleen Quinzel was a simple psychologist at Arkham Asylum when she was assigned to and fell in love with The Joker, who turned her into his loyal and adoring girlfriend, despite all the abuses he hurled at her over the course of their relationship.
Ever since then, the character has become somewhat of an icon in her own right, headlining her own animated show as well, while making multiple...
- 5/22/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
My Adventures With Superman is part of a heroic lineage of shows that follow the Big Blue Boy Scout of Metropolis but still fall short in one area. Superman: The Animated Series still remains one of the best iterations of the character and his mythos, and not just because it is an important iteration of the character. It is also down to the fact that Superman got to play around in a connected universe with other heroes, especially Batman.
My Adventures With Superman Season 2 | Adult Swim
Superman: The Animated Series shared a universe with Batman: The Animated Series and the two Justice League shows helmed by Bruce Timm. This facilitated some crossovers, such as when Bruce Wayne showed up in Superman: The Animated Series, which added a lot to the show, and was considered one of its best episodes.
World’s Finest Parts 1, 2, and 3 saw Superman interact with Batman for...
My Adventures With Superman Season 2 | Adult Swim
Superman: The Animated Series shared a universe with Batman: The Animated Series and the two Justice League shows helmed by Bruce Timm. This facilitated some crossovers, such as when Bruce Wayne showed up in Superman: The Animated Series, which added a lot to the show, and was considered one of its best episodes.
World’s Finest Parts 1, 2, and 3 saw Superman interact with Batman for...
- 5/22/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Superman has long been one of the most iconic figures in popular culture, inspiring numerous adaptations over the years. One of the recent additions to his legacy is My Adventures With Superman, the animated series created by Jake Wyatt, Brendan Clougher, and Josie Campbell.
My Adventures With Superman | Credit: Adult Swim
As the show gears up for the second season, the creators of the show recently reflected on the inspirations for the show, as he revealed that Richard Donner’s 1978 classic film Superman served as the foundational influence for the animated show.
Richard Donner’s Superman Heavily Inspired My Adventures With Superman
My Adventures With Superman follows Clark Kent, building his secret identity as Superman, along with his shared adventures with Louis Lane and his best friend, Jimmy Olsen. The series has received an overwhelmingly positive reception, with fans praising the show exploring the character’s origins and its animation style.
My Adventures With Superman | Credit: Adult Swim
As the show gears up for the second season, the creators of the show recently reflected on the inspirations for the show, as he revealed that Richard Donner’s 1978 classic film Superman served as the foundational influence for the animated show.
Richard Donner’s Superman Heavily Inspired My Adventures With Superman
My Adventures With Superman follows Clark Kent, building his secret identity as Superman, along with his shared adventures with Louis Lane and his best friend, Jimmy Olsen. The series has received an overwhelmingly positive reception, with fans praising the show exploring the character’s origins and its animation style.
- 5/22/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
DC’s My Adventures With Superman is returning for a second season and the makers seemed to have pulled all the stops to make it a bigger and better follow-up to the hit show. The animated series stars Jack Quaid as Superman and Alice Lee voicing Lois Lane. The show also sees Jimmy Olsen as a significant part of the trio.
While the show has references to multiple other DC characters and artifacts, it has yet to feature one of the IP’s most popular characters Batman. While the show had a reference to Gotham in the first season, producer Jack Wyatt seemed to have a disappointing update about the Caped Crusader’s presence in the second season of the show.
My Adventures With Superman Will Be Staying Away From Batman A still from My Adventures with Superman | Credits: Warner Bros. Animation/DC Entertainment/ DC Studios
Superman and Batman have...
While the show has references to multiple other DC characters and artifacts, it has yet to feature one of the IP’s most popular characters Batman. While the show had a reference to Gotham in the first season, producer Jack Wyatt seemed to have a disappointing update about the Caped Crusader’s presence in the second season of the show.
My Adventures With Superman Will Be Staying Away From Batman A still from My Adventures with Superman | Credits: Warner Bros. Animation/DC Entertainment/ DC Studios
Superman and Batman have...
- 5/22/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Serving as a refreshing animated exploration of Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen during their early years in Metropolis, DC animated studio came up with season 1 of My Adventures with Superman. Starring Jack Quaid, Alice Lee, and Ishmel Sahid, the animated show once again made headlines for teasing new arcs in season 2.
Jack Quaid plays the role of Clark Kent in My Adventures with Superman (2023) | Warner Bros. Animation
Discussing plans for the upcoming installment with ScreenRant, the Og trio Jack Quaid, Alice Lee, and Ishmel Sahid addressed how season 2 will flesh out the three iconic DC leads. Meanwhile, speaking about the titular character Superman, Quaid expressed his enthusiasm for an iconic crossover that would not only allow them to have a possible future within James Gunn’s DC Universe but also share the spotlight with David Corenswet.
Jack Quaid’s Dream Crossover with David Corenswet’s Superman
Following the...
Jack Quaid plays the role of Clark Kent in My Adventures with Superman (2023) | Warner Bros. Animation
Discussing plans for the upcoming installment with ScreenRant, the Og trio Jack Quaid, Alice Lee, and Ishmel Sahid addressed how season 2 will flesh out the three iconic DC leads. Meanwhile, speaking about the titular character Superman, Quaid expressed his enthusiasm for an iconic crossover that would not only allow them to have a possible future within James Gunn’s DC Universe but also share the spotlight with David Corenswet.
Jack Quaid’s Dream Crossover with David Corenswet’s Superman
Following the...
- 5/22/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
There have been several iterations of Superman (at least 35) ever since the character made his debut in the DC Comics. Adapting the stories for the bigger screens, there has never been (as far as we know) a Superman who is unsure of himself.
Henry Cavill and Amy Adams in a still from Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice | Warner Bros. Pictures
Sure, we could argue that Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill took a little dive into the human side of Superman. However, it was not as impactful as the stories of other superheroes (just look at Batman). Well, the animated series My Adventures With Superman Season 2 is here to change that!
My Adventures With Superman Is Much More Human
Back in 2023, an animated series by the name of My Adventures With Superman was released, which received great ratings and a second season. Based on the life of Clark Kent falling...
Henry Cavill and Amy Adams in a still from Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice | Warner Bros. Pictures
Sure, we could argue that Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill took a little dive into the human side of Superman. However, it was not as impactful as the stories of other superheroes (just look at Batman). Well, the animated series My Adventures With Superman Season 2 is here to change that!
My Adventures With Superman Is Much More Human
Back in 2023, an animated series by the name of My Adventures With Superman was released, which received great ratings and a second season. Based on the life of Clark Kent falling...
- 5/21/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Looking back, the early nineties were the best of times and worst of times for Batman fans. In 1989, fans got their first big-budget Hollywood Batman movie, followed by the 1992 sequel Batman Returns. Both of these films boasted A-list talent and made huge money. But they weren’t really interested in Batman, at least not the guy that comic book readers loved.
But 1992 saw the launch of Batman: The Animated Series, a cartoon that gave fans some of the best ever tales of the Dark Knight, in any media. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, The Animated Series took some visual cues from Burton’s movies, especially in its designs for Catwoman and the Penguin, but it was grounded in the Bronze Age comics by Dennis O’Neil and Neal Adams as well as 1940s cinema.
Taking a lead from the Fleischer Brothers’ Superman cartoons, Timm and Radomski insisted upon smooth animation for their project,...
But 1992 saw the launch of Batman: The Animated Series, a cartoon that gave fans some of the best ever tales of the Dark Knight, in any media. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, The Animated Series took some visual cues from Burton’s movies, especially in its designs for Catwoman and the Penguin, but it was grounded in the Bronze Age comics by Dennis O’Neil and Neal Adams as well as 1940s cinema.
Taking a lead from the Fleischer Brothers’ Superman cartoons, Timm and Radomski insisted upon smooth animation for their project,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Christopher Nolan kicked off his Dark Knight trilogy with 2005’s Batman Begins. The film delved into the origins of Bruce Wayne as a child, confronting his fears and slowly growing up to be the vigilante we know as Batman. The trilogy became the most celebrated superhero trilogies of all time, exploring the characters’ eccentricities in a grounded and nuanced way.
Batman faces off against Bane in The Dark Knight Rises
By the time The Dark Knight Rises rolled around, the character had suffered a great loss and had become a recluse. A disillusioned Bruce Wayne was thrown into an underground prison by Bane. Instead of Nolan, his brother Jonathan Nolan came up with this interesting idea that harkened back to the first film where a young Bruce Wayne fell into a well.
The Symbolic Open-Air Prison in The Dark Knight Rises Was Jonathan Nolan’s Idea
Bruce Wayne’s escape...
Batman faces off against Bane in The Dark Knight Rises
By the time The Dark Knight Rises rolled around, the character had suffered a great loss and had become a recluse. A disillusioned Bruce Wayne was thrown into an underground prison by Bane. Instead of Nolan, his brother Jonathan Nolan came up with this interesting idea that harkened back to the first film where a young Bruce Wayne fell into a well.
The Symbolic Open-Air Prison in The Dark Knight Rises Was Jonathan Nolan’s Idea
Bruce Wayne’s escape...
- 5/20/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is widely regarded as one of the most important figures when it comes to the overall DC Animated franchise, and is the face behind several highly-praised projects. From his work on Batman, which includes Batman: The Animated Series, to the various iterations of Superman, and Justice League, the DC animated franchise would have looked starkly different had it not been for Timm.
The genius that is Bruce Timm! | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
However, even a creator as gifted and celebrated as Bruce Timm has his fair share of regrets, when it comes to his career. Speaking in an interview back in 2017, the 63-year-old had revealed how he regrets the fact that the 2008-released Justice League: Frontier did not get a second part.
This led to Timm and his team failing to inculcate the entire story from the DC comics, leading to them picking and choosing what they could include in New Frontier.
The genius that is Bruce Timm! | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
However, even a creator as gifted and celebrated as Bruce Timm has his fair share of regrets, when it comes to his career. Speaking in an interview back in 2017, the 63-year-old had revealed how he regrets the fact that the 2008-released Justice League: Frontier did not get a second part.
This led to Timm and his team failing to inculcate the entire story from the DC comics, leading to them picking and choosing what they could include in New Frontier.
- 5/18/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
DC fans are familiar with the Batman: Arkham video game series, but not a lot of people know that a game based on the 2018 animated movie Gotham by Gaslight was initially planned. Day 1 Studios (now known as Wargaming Chicago-Baltimore) was working on the game, and even a clip of the game’s prototype was shared on YouTube 12 years ago. Unfortunately, this project was scrapped and hasn’t been touched since then.
Batman in Gotham by Gaslight (2017)
Gotham by Gaslight is an alternate-reality Batman graphic novel that was published in 1989, featuring an Elseworlds Batman. The game was supposed to feature a steampunk take on Batman’s world and gadgets. The game would’ve been released around 2014-2015, providing stiff to popular action-adventure games of that year like Assassin’s Creed Syndicate.
DC fans almost got a game based on Gotham by Gaslight with a Steampunk-styled Batman
A still from Gotham...
Batman in Gotham by Gaslight (2017)
Gotham by Gaslight is an alternate-reality Batman graphic novel that was published in 1989, featuring an Elseworlds Batman. The game was supposed to feature a steampunk take on Batman’s world and gadgets. The game would’ve been released around 2014-2015, providing stiff to popular action-adventure games of that year like Assassin’s Creed Syndicate.
DC fans almost got a game based on Gotham by Gaslight with a Steampunk-styled Batman
A still from Gotham...
- 5/18/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
Created by Bruce Timm, the 1992-released Batman: The Animated series is often recognized as the greatest animated offering of the DC character ever produced. The series, released in 1992, ranks high among the best-animated shows of all time, and actually gave fans a character that has come to be recognized as an integral aspect of the Batman fandom, in the form of Harley Quinn.
Bruce Timm will not be happy if he finds out! | Wikimedia Commons
Regardless, in 2004, the Michael Goguen and Duane Capizzi-created The Batman animated series was released. The narrative in this one followed the titular character in his early years of crime-fighting, and only included the likes of Bruce Wayne and his famous butler Alfred Pennyworth, and actually had to alter a range of popular characters’ appearances in order to include them in the narrative.
Still, it appears as though the fan sentiment has somewhat changed in recent times,...
Bruce Timm will not be happy if he finds out! | Wikimedia Commons
Regardless, in 2004, the Michael Goguen and Duane Capizzi-created The Batman animated series was released. The narrative in this one followed the titular character in his early years of crime-fighting, and only included the likes of Bruce Wayne and his famous butler Alfred Pennyworth, and actually had to alter a range of popular characters’ appearances in order to include them in the narrative.
Still, it appears as though the fan sentiment has somewhat changed in recent times,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
In the quest to capture the essence of the Dark Knight, could anyone overlook Christopher Nolan’s valiant effort in Batman Begins, which starred Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne?
Injecting a dose of realistic, gritty realism into a genre often draped in escapism, Nolan’s 2005 flick definitely left an indelible mark. Yet, it was a single scene that kept it from fully resonating with Batman’s lore custodian, Bruce Timm.
The acclaimed animator (best known as the head producer of Batman: The Animated Series) once pointed out that while Nolan borrowed elements from Frank Miller’s Batman: Year One—a masterpiece in its own right—alterations were made that distanced the film from its source material’s raw authenticity.
Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne in a still from Batman Begins (Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures)
This raises an intriguing question: Can film adaptations ever truly satisfy when they shift the narrative...
Injecting a dose of realistic, gritty realism into a genre often draped in escapism, Nolan’s 2005 flick definitely left an indelible mark. Yet, it was a single scene that kept it from fully resonating with Batman’s lore custodian, Bruce Timm.
The acclaimed animator (best known as the head producer of Batman: The Animated Series) once pointed out that while Nolan borrowed elements from Frank Miller’s Batman: Year One—a masterpiece in its own right—alterations were made that distanced the film from its source material’s raw authenticity.
Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne in a still from Batman Begins (Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures)
This raises an intriguing question: Can film adaptations ever truly satisfy when they shift the narrative...
- 5/16/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Mark Hamill has been synonymous with two classic characters in pop culture history. While he remains the face of Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise, he lent his vocal talents to Batman’s arch-nemesis Joker in the Dcau. Beginning with Batman: The Animated Series, Hamill has lent his voice to the character in multiple Dcau shows and movies.
One of Hamill’s most distinctive qualities as the Joker is his laugh. The laugh of the animated Joker has been forever associated with the character and many have tried to emulate the maniacal nuance of Hamill’s iteration. The actor mentioned that he used the laugh not just to create an eerie characteristic but also to communicate his feelings with just a cackle.
Mark Hamill Created A Vocabulary With His Laughs As The Joker Mark Hamill in Star Wars
Apart from being extremely unpredictable and impulsive, one of the most...
One of Hamill’s most distinctive qualities as the Joker is his laugh. The laugh of the animated Joker has been forever associated with the character and many have tried to emulate the maniacal nuance of Hamill’s iteration. The actor mentioned that he used the laugh not just to create an eerie characteristic but also to communicate his feelings with just a cackle.
Mark Hamill Created A Vocabulary With His Laughs As The Joker Mark Hamill in Star Wars
Apart from being extremely unpredictable and impulsive, one of the most...
- 5/15/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Batman is a character that has been repeatedly cast in R-rated DC properties, which favor the dark and sinister nature of the character and his rogue’s gallery. Even when an R-rating is not sought for the project, it is mostly aimed at older children.
Christian Bale in Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, Bruce Timm had a different vision for the Batman series that he wanted to create, one that was released around the same time at which Christopher Nolan’s trilogy was riding high in the cultural zeitgeist. Timm spoke to Think McFly Think and opened up about what was the one thing that he factored into his series that even Christopher Nolan forgot about.
Bruce Timm wanted to make a Batman for young kids
A still from Batman: The Brave and the Bold
Bruce Timm revealed that one thing that creators of superhero content often forget is the...
Christian Bale in Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, Bruce Timm had a different vision for the Batman series that he wanted to create, one that was released around the same time at which Christopher Nolan’s trilogy was riding high in the cultural zeitgeist. Timm spoke to Think McFly Think and opened up about what was the one thing that he factored into his series that even Christopher Nolan forgot about.
Bruce Timm wanted to make a Batman for young kids
A still from Batman: The Brave and the Bold
Bruce Timm revealed that one thing that creators of superhero content often forget is the...
- 5/14/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The first look of Batman: Caped Crusader is here and it is nothing like Bruce Timm’s previous animated versions of the Dark Knight. In the new animated series, Timm did one thing that he aspired to do with the original Batman: The Animated Series. He is setting the upcoming show in the 1940s, the period when Bob Kane and Bill Finger first designed their DC superhero.
The first look of Bruce Timm’s Batman: Caped Crusader from Amazon Prime Video
The ’40s setting will not be the only radical change in Bruce Timm’s new project as the first look also provides glimpses of Harley Quinn, Catwoman, and Clayface. The series will be released on Amazon Prime Video after HBO Max dropped the project after its announcement.
Batman: Caped Crusader Will Be Set In The ’40s As Per Bruce Timm’s Original Vision Batman’s 1940s-inspired costume from Bruce...
The first look of Bruce Timm’s Batman: Caped Crusader from Amazon Prime Video
The ’40s setting will not be the only radical change in Bruce Timm’s new project as the first look also provides glimpses of Harley Quinn, Catwoman, and Clayface. The series will be released on Amazon Prime Video after HBO Max dropped the project after its announcement.
Batman: Caped Crusader Will Be Set In The ’40s As Per Bruce Timm’s Original Vision Batman’s 1940s-inspired costume from Bruce...
- 5/12/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill are two names that defined the Dcau since Batman: The Animated Series was launched back in 1992. They voiced the hero-villain duo of Batman and Joker that became the standard for the rest of the adaptations. Since Batman: Tas, the two went on to lend their voice to these characters for various other projects.
Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill in Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]From animated shows to movies to even video games, both Conroy and Hamill forged a connection with the audience with these characters. Unfortunately, Conroy passed away back in 2022 amid a battle with cancer. And since then, Hamill has decided to retire from the character of Joker. Their friendship and camaraderie are one for the books but seems like there are instances where the two did not agree with each other.
Mark Hamill Found a Darker Approach to Joker With...
Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill in Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]From animated shows to movies to even video games, both Conroy and Hamill forged a connection with the audience with these characters. Unfortunately, Conroy passed away back in 2022 amid a battle with cancer. And since then, Hamill has decided to retire from the character of Joker. Their friendship and camaraderie are one for the books but seems like there are instances where the two did not agree with each other.
Mark Hamill Found a Darker Approach to Joker With...
- 5/12/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Henry Cavill leaving franchises midway is not something new. The English actor had already left many fans teary eyed when he left the role of Superman in the DC Extended Universe. So when his ardent fans heard that he would also be bidding adieu to The Witcher after giving them three fantastic seasons, it didn’t come as a shock to many. But they were disappointed. And a report suggests that the show is all set to come to an end after Season 5. And Freya Allen couldn’t be more relieved.
Netflix’s The Witcher was able to do justice to fans’ expectations Henry Cavill’s The Witcher has entertained fans left, right and center l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Based upon the game of the same name, The Witcher caught the eyes of the world with a riveting Season 1, introducing everyone to Henry Cavill’s Geralt of Rivia. That was...
Netflix’s The Witcher was able to do justice to fans’ expectations Henry Cavill’s The Witcher has entertained fans left, right and center l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Based upon the game of the same name, The Witcher caught the eyes of the world with a riveting Season 1, introducing everyone to Henry Cavill’s Geralt of Rivia. That was...
- 5/11/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
‘Batman: Caped Crusader,’ initially announced as an HBO Max series in 2021, found a home on Amazon Prime Video after HBO passed on the project.
Scheduled for release later this year, the creators, Timm and character designer James Tucker, emphasized in a recent Entertainment Weekly interview that their top priority was to avoid replicating ‘Batman: The Animated Series’. To achieve this, they opted to make the new show a true period piece set in the 1940s, departing from the anachronistic mix of technologies seen in B:tas.
One of the biggest surprises for the fans was that in this show, Harley Quinn will be portrayed as Asian American which stirred polarizing reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, who originally co-created the character in the first place commented on their different take on Harley. They wanted to reverse everything from her behavior to her costume:
I co-created the character, so I have a...
Scheduled for release later this year, the creators, Timm and character designer James Tucker, emphasized in a recent Entertainment Weekly interview that their top priority was to avoid replicating ‘Batman: The Animated Series’. To achieve this, they opted to make the new show a true period piece set in the 1940s, departing from the anachronistic mix of technologies seen in B:tas.
One of the biggest surprises for the fans was that in this show, Harley Quinn will be portrayed as Asian American which stirred polarizing reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, who originally co-created the character in the first place commented on their different take on Harley. They wanted to reverse everything from her behavior to her costume:
I co-created the character, so I have a...
- 5/10/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
‘Batman: Caped Crusader’ was first announced for HBO Max in 2021, but it ended up on Amazon Prime Video after HBO decided not to go ahead with it. Set to come out later this year, the creators, Timm and character designer James Tucker, stressed in a recent Entertainment Weekly interview that their main goal was not to copy ‘Batman: The Animated Series’.
To do this, they chose to make the new show a real period piece set in the 1940s, moving away from the mix of old and new technologies seen in ‘B:tas’.
Fans were taken aback when they learned that Harley Quinn would be portrayed as Asian American in the show, sparking mixed reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, one of the original creators of the character, shared his thoughts on their new approach to Harley. They aimed to change everything about her, from her behavior to her costume.
I co-created the character,...
To do this, they chose to make the new show a real period piece set in the 1940s, moving away from the mix of old and new technologies seen in ‘B:tas’.
Fans were taken aback when they learned that Harley Quinn would be portrayed as Asian American in the show, sparking mixed reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, one of the original creators of the character, shared his thoughts on their new approach to Harley. They aimed to change everything about her, from her behavior to her costume.
I co-created the character,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Frank Grillo is no stranger to comic book properties, and he should be a perfect fit for season 2 of Peacemaker.
“Frank Grillo has been cast in Season 2 of James Gunn‘s popular DC series Peacemaker. Gunn announced the news Friday on Instagram, revealing Grillo will reprise the role of Rick Flag Sr. the character he voices in Gunn’s upcoming animated series Creature Commandos.”
Read more at Deadline
Among the astounding numbers associated with the production of Furiosa: it featured over 200 stunt performers and a similar amount of extras in Gastown.
“George Miller, director of Furiosa, does have it in him to make it epic. And, before you even see the movie, there are literal numbers to prove it. The press notes for the upcoming Mad Max film include some staggering, mindblowing details on the making of the film and after reading them we thought ‘We have to share this with the world.
“Frank Grillo has been cast in Season 2 of James Gunn‘s popular DC series Peacemaker. Gunn announced the news Friday on Instagram, revealing Grillo will reprise the role of Rick Flag Sr. the character he voices in Gunn’s upcoming animated series Creature Commandos.”
Read more at Deadline
Among the astounding numbers associated with the production of Furiosa: it featured over 200 stunt performers and a similar amount of extras in Gastown.
“George Miller, director of Furiosa, does have it in him to make it epic. And, before you even see the movie, there are literal numbers to prove it. The press notes for the upcoming Mad Max film include some staggering, mindblowing details on the making of the film and after reading them we thought ‘We have to share this with the world.
- 5/10/2024
- by Michael Ahr
- Den of Geek
"Batman: Caped Crusader" the new 10-episode animated TV series produced by Matt Reeves, J. J. Abrams and Bruce Timm, previously canceled by HBO before its 2023 launch, is prepping for all 10 episodes to stream August 1, 2024 on Amazon Prime Video:
"......the series, exploring the thrilling, cinematic and evocative noir roots of 'Batman’ while diving deeper into the psychology of DC's iconic comic book characters, was shopped around by Warner Bros Animation…
“…along with other unreleased content including 'Merry Little Batman', currently streaming, 'The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Toons Movie', 'Bye Bye Bunny: A Looney Toons Musical', 'Did I Do That to the Holidays: A Steve Urkel Story' and 'The Amazing World of Gumball: The Movie'.
"According to sources it’s not a 'quality' issue with the cancelation of programs scheduled for HBO Max, but rather one of money and the ‘fear’ of getting caught...
"......the series, exploring the thrilling, cinematic and evocative noir roots of 'Batman’ while diving deeper into the psychology of DC's iconic comic book characters, was shopped around by Warner Bros Animation…
“…along with other unreleased content including 'Merry Little Batman', currently streaming, 'The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Toons Movie', 'Bye Bye Bunny: A Looney Toons Musical', 'Did I Do That to the Holidays: A Steve Urkel Story' and 'The Amazing World of Gumball: The Movie'.
"According to sources it’s not a 'quality' issue with the cancelation of programs scheduled for HBO Max, but rather one of money and the ‘fear’ of getting caught...
- 5/10/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Up until 2023, The Witcher was one of the best book-based storylines ever transformed into a live-action series, and one of the biggest reasons behind its tremendous success was Henry Cavill’s effortless performance as the Geralt of Rivia. But then Cavill was replaced, with Liam Hemsworth becoming the new protagonist of the lore — though not without earning much backlash from fans.
The Witcher.
That being said, one of the actors from the saga, Freya Allan, seems to be quite bothered with the hate Hemsworth has been getting ever since he was announced to be the new White Wolf, even though he hasn’t even performed as the character yet. But while she continues to campaign hard for him, the latest leaked set images of the series have garnered further backlash from fans.
Freya Allan Wants Fans to Give Liam Hemsworth a Chance as The Witcher
When one actor fits perfectly into a role,...
The Witcher.
That being said, one of the actors from the saga, Freya Allan, seems to be quite bothered with the hate Hemsworth has been getting ever since he was announced to be the new White Wolf, even though he hasn’t even performed as the character yet. But while she continues to campaign hard for him, the latest leaked set images of the series have garnered further backlash from fans.
Freya Allan Wants Fans to Give Liam Hemsworth a Chance as The Witcher
When one actor fits perfectly into a role,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is set to reprise his Batman magic on-screen with the upcoming animated Batman: Caped Crusader series. The upcoming show is set in a parallel universe in the 40s and will present us with different incarnations of the iconic characters in the Batman lore.
Recently the first look of all the characters from the series was revealed. However, out of all the characters, Harley Quinn caught the most attention due to her race-swapping. The renowned partner of Joker from the comics is an Asian American in the upcoming show.
Harley Quinn in Batman: Caped Crusader (Credits: IMDb)
The Asian American Harley Quinn immediately raised a debate among fans. Several fans thought the show had changed their favorite character from the Og show. But Timm tried to clarify that the story is different and this is an alternate version of the Batman: The Animated Series character.
Why is Bruce...
Recently the first look of all the characters from the series was revealed. However, out of all the characters, Harley Quinn caught the most attention due to her race-swapping. The renowned partner of Joker from the comics is an Asian American in the upcoming show.
Harley Quinn in Batman: Caped Crusader (Credits: IMDb)
The Asian American Harley Quinn immediately raised a debate among fans. Several fans thought the show had changed their favorite character from the Og show. But Timm tried to clarify that the story is different and this is an alternate version of the Batman: The Animated Series character.
Why is Bruce...
- 5/10/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
After originally being developed for the HBO Max streaming service, Batman: Caped Crusader found a new home on Prime Video early last year, and we finally have a first look at the highly-anticipated animated series.
Bat-fans have been anxiously awaiting a teaser for the show, and while we may have to wait a little longer, EW has now debuted a batch of images spotlighting the Dark Knight and some very different takes on several of his villains.
While speaking to the site, Bruce Timm and character designer James Tucker noted that they decided to make the new show a '40s-set period piece in an effort to set it apart from the original '90s Batman: The Animated Series.
“James and I are both really big fans of movies from that era, so we decided to really lean into that in terms of the clothes, the cars, the architecture, and the level of technology,...
Bat-fans have been anxiously awaiting a teaser for the show, and while we may have to wait a little longer, EW has now debuted a batch of images spotlighting the Dark Knight and some very different takes on several of his villains.
While speaking to the site, Bruce Timm and character designer James Tucker noted that they decided to make the new show a '40s-set period piece in an effort to set it apart from the original '90s Batman: The Animated Series.
“James and I are both really big fans of movies from that era, so we decided to really lean into that in terms of the clothes, the cars, the architecture, and the level of technology,...
- 5/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
As wonderful as X-Men ’97 has been, even the most devoted Marvel Zombie has to admit that the gold standard of superhero animation remains Batman: The Animated Series. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, the show told some of the all-time greatest stories about the Dark Knight, and even launched an ongoing universe with Justice League, Batman Beyond, and Static Shock.
So when Warner Bros. announced Batman: Caped Crusader from Timm, fans took notice, especially with J.J. Abrams and The Batman director Matt Reeves on board as producers. Despite a near disaster when Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav declined to distribute the completed series, as is his wont, the show found a home on Amazon Prime Video.
Even better, we now know when the series is premiering on the streamer: Aug. 1. We also have our first look at the characters and setting of Batman: The Caped Crusader, which blends...
So when Warner Bros. announced Batman: Caped Crusader from Timm, fans took notice, especially with J.J. Abrams and The Batman director Matt Reeves on board as producers. Despite a near disaster when Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav declined to distribute the completed series, as is his wont, the show found a home on Amazon Prime Video.
Even better, we now know when the series is premiering on the streamer: Aug. 1. We also have our first look at the characters and setting of Batman: The Caped Crusader, which blends...
- 5/9/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
It's been a long time coming but we've finally got our first real look at "Batman: Caped Crusader." The upcoming animated series from "Batman: The Animated Series" co-creator Bruce Timm and producers J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves has encountered a few setbacks on its journey to release, but is now set to debut on August 1, 2024, on Amazon's Prime Video.
Details about "Batman: Caped Crusader" were first revealed at DC FanDome back in 2021, where we were promised a show that would tell a whole new story rather than continuing where "Btas" left off. Timm also characterized the show as "more 'Batman: [The] Animated Series' than 'Batman: [The] Animated Series,'" revealing that "Caped Crusader" would return to the "original principles" of the '90s show but would have no limitations in terms of "adult content," "violence," and "adult themes." During its 1992 to 1995, "Btas" had to carefully navigate the Fox censors, who...
Details about "Batman: Caped Crusader" were first revealed at DC FanDome back in 2021, where we were promised a show that would tell a whole new story rather than continuing where "Btas" left off. Timm also characterized the show as "more 'Batman: [The] Animated Series' than 'Batman: [The] Animated Series,'" revealing that "Caped Crusader" would return to the "original principles" of the '90s show but would have no limitations in terms of "adult content," "violence," and "adult themes." During its 1992 to 1995, "Btas" had to carefully navigate the Fox censors, who...
- 5/9/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series, which kickstarted the DC Animated Universe (Dcau) is regarded as the best adaptation of the Caped Crusader by many. Besides the plot, one of the primary reasons for its popularity was the iconic voice castings. The late Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill as Batman and Joker have left an indelible mark on the viewers’ minds.
Kevin Conroy’s Batman and Mark Hamill’s Joker
While Conroy is often hailed as the best Batman ever, Mark Hamill’s performance is considered even more praiseworthy than the critically acclaimed live-action works. However, the Star Wars star was not the first choice to play a Dcau role. It was only for voice director Andrea Romano, that Hamill could give us the legendary Joker performance.
How did Mark Hamill get the role of Dcau’s Joker?
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi...
Kevin Conroy’s Batman and Mark Hamill’s Joker
While Conroy is often hailed as the best Batman ever, Mark Hamill’s performance is considered even more praiseworthy than the critically acclaimed live-action works. However, the Star Wars star was not the first choice to play a Dcau role. It was only for voice director Andrea Romano, that Hamill could give us the legendary Joker performance.
How did Mark Hamill get the role of Dcau’s Joker?
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi...
- 5/9/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Batman is receiving a new animated series, one that was passed over by its home in DC, before it was recused by Amazon. The show is going to take a unique approach to the character of Batman, stripping away his gadgets and gizmos and pitting him against this iconic rogue’s gallery in the backdrop of the United States in the 40s.
Bruce Wayne and Selena Kyle in Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader is certainly a unique take on the character, especially for the modern day, where Batman is either imagined as a contemporary of the audience or living in the future. The show has revealed multiple first looks via Entertainment Weekly, where the crew revealed a slew of juicy details about the show.
Batman: Caped Crusader‘s first look has already wowed fans with its aesthetic
Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader revealed its first look online, and...
Bruce Wayne and Selena Kyle in Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader is certainly a unique take on the character, especially for the modern day, where Batman is either imagined as a contemporary of the audience or living in the future. The show has revealed multiple first looks via Entertainment Weekly, where the crew revealed a slew of juicy details about the show.
Batman: Caped Crusader‘s first look has already wowed fans with its aesthetic
Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader revealed its first look online, and...
- 5/9/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
With Marvel’s X-Men ’97 creating fan fervor every Wednesday, Warner Bros. and DC are getting in on the action with Batman: Caped Crusader, a new animated series from Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions, and 6th Idaho. The highly anticipated series from executive producers J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves, and Bruce Timm will swoop onto Prime Video on Thursday, August 1, 2024, with ten episodes bringing the Dark Knight to 240 territories. Additional executive producers include Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich, and Sam Register.
In Batman: Caped Crusader, the corrupt outnumber the good as criminals run rampant, and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear in Gotham City. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly,...
In Batman: Caped Crusader, the corrupt outnumber the good as criminals run rampant, and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear in Gotham City. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
If you’ve been living the 1990s dream over the past few weeks with every successive episode of X-Men ’97, you’re likely feeling despondent that Marvel’s throwback animated series has nearly reached its season finale. But fear not – get ready for DC’s throwback animated series with the arrival of Batman: Caped Crusader, due to arrive on Prime Video. It’s an all-new show, but inevitably arrives in the tradition of Batman: The Animated Series, one of the most beloved of all screen takes on the Dark Knight – and it comes from the powerhouse trio of JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves (behind The Batman and its upcoming sequel), and Bruce Timm.
Now, the first images of the series have dropped – offering your first look at Batman, Bruce Wayne, Harley Quinn, Clayface, Jim Gordon and more. Take a look here:
The series is set entirely in the 1940s, placing it...
Now, the first images of the series have dropped – offering your first look at Batman, Bruce Wayne, Harley Quinn, Clayface, Jim Gordon and more. Take a look here:
The series is set entirely in the 1940s, placing it...
- 5/9/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
Prime Video has announced that Batman: Caped Crusader, the new animated series from Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions, and 6th & Idaho, will premiere all ten episodes on Thursday, August 1. The series will be available exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
The streaming service also released the first images from the series, which give audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City and some of the iconic fan-favorite characters that will be featured in the upcoming season.
Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant, and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.
The...
The streaming service also released the first images from the series, which give audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City and some of the iconic fan-favorite characters that will be featured in the upcoming season.
Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant, and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.
The...
- 5/9/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Light up the Bat-Signal! Prime Video’s animated series “Batman: Caped Crusader” will premiere Aug. 1. The streamer will release all 10 episodes of the first season.
The series is a reimagining of the Batman mythology from executive producers J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register also serve as executive producers for the series.
The logline for “Caped Crusader” reads: “Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.”
“Batman: Caped Crusader” will build on “Batman: The Animated Series,” which was co-created by Timm...
The series is a reimagining of the Batman mythology from executive producers J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register also serve as executive producers for the series.
The logline for “Caped Crusader” reads: “Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.”
“Batman: Caped Crusader” will build on “Batman: The Animated Series,” which was co-created by Timm...
- 5/9/2024
- by Selena Kuznikov
- Variety Film + TV
Matt Reeves’ upcoming Batman animated series has released some first-look images, premiere date, and detailed character descriptions that give a sense of the show’s tone.
Titled Batman: Caped Crusader, the series is billed as a “reimagining of the Batman mythology” through the lens of a team of genre super-producers which include Reeves, J.J. Abrams, and Bruce Timm.
The official description: “Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.”
The series will premiere all 10 episodes on Thursday, Aug. 1, on Prime Video.
Below is the character rundown, which include Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Dr. Harleen Quinzel/Harley Quinn,...
Titled Batman: Caped Crusader, the series is billed as a “reimagining of the Batman mythology” through the lens of a team of genre super-producers which include Reeves, J.J. Abrams, and Bruce Timm.
The official description: “Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.”
The series will premiere all 10 episodes on Thursday, Aug. 1, on Prime Video.
Below is the character rundown, which include Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Dr. Harleen Quinzel/Harley Quinn,...
- 5/9/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Batman: Caped Crusader, the new series from Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions and 6th & Idaho, will be fly to Prime Video on Thursday, August 1. All 10 episodes will drop in more than 240 territories.
The news comes ahead of Amazon’s May 14 Upfront presentation.
In addition a slew of first look images dropped from the show, giving audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City.
The series comes from EPs J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Based on DC characters, Along with Abrams, Reeves and Timm, Batman: Caped Crusader executive producers include Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register.
In the series, the corrupt outnumber the good as criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear in Gotham City. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
The news comes ahead of Amazon’s May 14 Upfront presentation.
In addition a slew of first look images dropped from the show, giving audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City.
The series comes from EPs J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Based on DC characters, Along with Abrams, Reeves and Timm, Batman: Caped Crusader executive producers include Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register.
In the series, the corrupt outnumber the good as criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear in Gotham City. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
- 5/9/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Although there has been a plethora of onscreen adaptations of the Batman mythos, to many, the 1992 series still remains the definitive version of the character and his rouges’ gallery. While most of it had to do with Bruce Timm and Paul Dini’s brilliance, one cannot undermine the contribution of the amazing voice cast, which involved the likes of Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill, Arleen Sorkin, etc.
For that, we have Andrea Romano to thank, who served as casting and voice director on the acclaimed show. However, getting the tone of the show right took Romano a while, as this was unlike anything she had been part of before.
Getting Bruce Timm’s Vision Right Took Andrea Romano a Few Episodes
Andrea Romano | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
It’s hard to separate Batman from his dark brooding identity nowadays, but this wasn’t exactly the case three decades back. Andrea Romano, who...
For that, we have Andrea Romano to thank, who served as casting and voice director on the acclaimed show. However, getting the tone of the show right took Romano a while, as this was unlike anything she had been part of before.
Getting Bruce Timm’s Vision Right Took Andrea Romano a Few Episodes
Andrea Romano | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
It’s hard to separate Batman from his dark brooding identity nowadays, but this wasn’t exactly the case three decades back. Andrea Romano, who...
- 5/8/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Despite the mysticism of voice-over acting and the mysterious voices behind the animated parts, there remains a strong attraction to the medium of animation for actors who strive for real creative potential beyond the allure of recognition and glamor. Kevin Conroy stands out, among the millions of other faceless heroes, as one of the most respected and famous voice actors whose contribution to the DC comics lore has made him synonymous with Batman.
Kevin Conroy at the 2019 Sdcc for Batman Beyond 20th Anniversary [Photo: Gage Skidmore]Kevin Conroyʼs enigmatic foray into the world of DC is well-known to all who have even a basic understanding of the Dark Knight mythology. The origin of the Adam West serial that turned the IP into a cartoonish, campy, caricature was viewed through the lens of vengeance and brooding melodrama. For the first time, “I am Batman” instilled ice-cold terror in the listenerʼs veins rather...
Kevin Conroy at the 2019 Sdcc for Batman Beyond 20th Anniversary [Photo: Gage Skidmore]Kevin Conroyʼs enigmatic foray into the world of DC is well-known to all who have even a basic understanding of the Dark Knight mythology. The origin of the Adam West serial that turned the IP into a cartoonish, campy, caricature was viewed through the lens of vengeance and brooding melodrama. For the first time, “I am Batman” instilled ice-cold terror in the listenerʼs veins rather...
- 5/8/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
The Killing Joke is one of those films that would have been a challenge to adapt. Despite the film being adapted into an animated feature, there was a lot of backlash about how the story was treated. Regardless, Bruce Timm had certain reservations about the adaptation from the beginning of production.
Batman: The Killing Joke
Timm revealed to Empire what his idea for the film was, and that pretty early on in the project, there was one aspect of the film that was set in stone from the very beginning. The film made a lot of changes from the source material, but this bit was to be kept as is, Bruce Timm revealed.
The Killing Joke part of The Killing Joke was not to be meddled with
A still of Joker | Source: Batman: The Killing Joke
There were a lot of changes made to The Killing Joke. The story was updated for a modern audience,...
Batman: The Killing Joke
Timm revealed to Empire what his idea for the film was, and that pretty early on in the project, there was one aspect of the film that was set in stone from the very beginning. The film made a lot of changes from the source material, but this bit was to be kept as is, Bruce Timm revealed.
The Killing Joke part of The Killing Joke was not to be meddled with
A still of Joker | Source: Batman: The Killing Joke
There were a lot of changes made to The Killing Joke. The story was updated for a modern audience,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
After delivering the definitive Batman with Batman: The Animated Series, Bruce Timm joined forces with Alan Burnett to give the other member of the World’s Finest a similar treatment. Voiced by Tim Daly, Superman: The Animated Series made its debut in 1996, and is often considered the definitive onscreen portrayal of the character, only next to Christopher Reeve.
But despite its success, Daly wasn’t brought back to voice Clark Kent in Justice League Unlimited, and The Sopranos star had a pretty good idea about why it was the case.
WB Was Not Thrilled by Tim Daly’s Risqué Joke A still from Superman: The Animated Series | Kid’s WB
Despite being the definitive voice of Superman to many, Tim Daly wasn’t asked to return in the succeeding Dcau shows to reprise his part, and per the actor, it might’ve to do with one joke. Speaking with Comic Book Central,...
But despite its success, Daly wasn’t brought back to voice Clark Kent in Justice League Unlimited, and The Sopranos star had a pretty good idea about why it was the case.
WB Was Not Thrilled by Tim Daly’s Risqué Joke A still from Superman: The Animated Series | Kid’s WB
Despite being the definitive voice of Superman to many, Tim Daly wasn’t asked to return in the succeeding Dcau shows to reprise his part, and per the actor, it might’ve to do with one joke. Speaking with Comic Book Central,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
In 2016 Bruce Timm reunited with Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill to adapt Alan Moore and Brian Bolland’s acclaimed 1989 graphic novel Batman: The Killing Joke. Following the comic’s nature, the animated film earned an R-rating upon its release, as Timm wanted to stay truthful to the source material, and Tkj became the first rated R DC Universe Original Animated release.
But reflecting on the film’s adult rating, the Batman: The Animated Series creator clarified it wasn’t the start of a trend of more rated-r animated DC releases moving forward.
Batman: The Killing Joke Was Its Own Thing Stressed Bruce Timm
A still from Batman: The Killing Joke | Warner Bros.
Despite having some personal issues with Alan Moore’s graphic novel, Bruce Timm opted to stay true to the source material following his admiration for Moore’s work on The Killing Joke. Apart from the film’s controversial prologue,...
But reflecting on the film’s adult rating, the Batman: The Animated Series creator clarified it wasn’t the start of a trend of more rated-r animated DC releases moving forward.
Batman: The Killing Joke Was Its Own Thing Stressed Bruce Timm
A still from Batman: The Killing Joke | Warner Bros.
Despite having some personal issues with Alan Moore’s graphic novel, Bruce Timm opted to stay true to the source material following his admiration for Moore’s work on The Killing Joke. Apart from the film’s controversial prologue,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Genndy Tartakovsky has been a revolutionary voice in the world of animation, creating some of the most celebrated cartoon shoes on Cartoon Network and Adult Swim. Popular shows of the 2000s including Dexter’s Laboratory, Samurai Jack, Star Wars: Clone Wars, Sym-Bionic Titan, and recent entries like Primal, and Unicorn: Warriors Eternal were his creations.
Fang and Spear in Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal
His ongoing show Primal has been a big hit on Adult Swim. The visionary creator/ director drew a lot of inspiration from some of the cinematic greats like Star Wars and Sergio Leone films. Interestingly, Tartakovsky based the behavior and mechanics of the dinosaur Fang in his show on how Max Fleischer’s Superman carried himself in the 40s animated show.
Genndy Tartakovsky Took Inspirations From Max Fleischer’s Superman For Primal
The 1940s Superman cartoon greatly inspired the designs for Primal
Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal intrigued fans...
Fang and Spear in Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal
His ongoing show Primal has been a big hit on Adult Swim. The visionary creator/ director drew a lot of inspiration from some of the cinematic greats like Star Wars and Sergio Leone films. Interestingly, Tartakovsky based the behavior and mechanics of the dinosaur Fang in his show on how Max Fleischer’s Superman carried himself in the 40s animated show.
Genndy Tartakovsky Took Inspirations From Max Fleischer’s Superman For Primal
The 1940s Superman cartoon greatly inspired the designs for Primal
Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal intrigued fans...
- 5/7/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Fans love a good violent Batman movie once in a while, but when a promising animated film gets censored after it proved to be the perfect avenue to channel the grim and grotesque nature of the franchise, it surely was a massive disappointment for the audience.
Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker almost gave fans what they wished for, but after a tragic shooting accident that happened in 1999 at the Columbine High School, the media’s portrayal of violence was put in question. This forced Warner Bros to distribute a censored version, while the original cut was released later in 2002.
5. The Decapitation Of Two-Face’s Dummy
Two-Face dummy inside the Batcave in Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker
In one of the scenes that took place inside Bruce Wayne’s Batcave, a collection of dummies representing his enemies was shown on the screen. The famed Caped Crusader then threw a Batarang,...
Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker almost gave fans what they wished for, but after a tragic shooting accident that happened in 1999 at the Columbine High School, the media’s portrayal of violence was put in question. This forced Warner Bros to distribute a censored version, while the original cut was released later in 2002.
5. The Decapitation Of Two-Face’s Dummy
Two-Face dummy inside the Batcave in Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker
In one of the scenes that took place inside Bruce Wayne’s Batcave, a collection of dummies representing his enemies was shown on the screen. The famed Caped Crusader then threw a Batarang,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
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