Batman Beyond serves as a continuation of the Batman: The Animated Series, co-created by Bruce Timm. One of the aspects carried forward in the series is the enmity between the caped crusader and the clown prince of crime. The series is set in the far future and follows Bruce Wayne’s protege, Terry McGinnis, as he takes on the mantle of Batman.

A still from Batman Beyond

Despite its futuristic setting, the series lacks one common technology that has become an indispensable part of modern society. High-tech smartphones are noticeably absent from the animated series, and a new fan theory explains how Batman and Joker’s long-standing feud might be responsible for the same.

Batman Beyond Theory Explains Absence of High-Tech Phones in Neo Gotham

In Batman Beyond, Bruce Wayne is retired as Batman with Terry McGinnis taking over the responsibility of protecting Neo Gotham. The series takes place in the future,...