Batman: The Animated Series

Name: Batman: The Animated Series
Genre: Comedy, Animation, Drama, Action & Adventure, Kids
Released: September 5, 1992

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FOX | Release Date: September 5, 1992

Summary: Batman: the Animated Series was an animated series that premiered on September 5, 1992. The series was based on the popular Batman comics created by Bob Kane. The series focused on the adventures of Batman a dark vigilante hero who defends Gotham City from a variety of costumed villains that include The Joker, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze,Batman: the Animated Series was an animated series that premiered on September 5, 1992. The series was based on the popular Batman comics created by Bob Kane. The series focused on the adventures of Batman a dark vigilante hero who defends Gotham City from a variety of costumed villains that include The Joker, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn, The Riddler, The Mad Hatter, Ra's Al Ghul, Bane, Killer Croc, Clayface, and The Clock King. Batman is the secret identity of millionaire playboy Bruce Wayne.

The highly successful series merged revolutionary animation and great storytelling. The series was so successful that a feature film Batman: Mask of the Phantasm was released during the run of the series and a direct to video feature Batman & Mr. Freeze: Subzero was also created.

The first seasons of the series focused mainly on the adventures of Batman. In the last season the series was retitled The Adventures of Batman and Robin and focused on the adventures of both Batman and his younger crime fighting associate Robin. The last new episode of the series was broadcast on September 15, 1995. The series was followed by a spinoff utilizing different animation entitled Batman Gotham Knights. Episodes of Batman Gotham Knights, episodes of Superman, and reruns of Batman: the Animated Series were broadcast in 1997 under the title The New Batman/Superman Adventures. Spinoff: Batman Gotham Knights

Related Shows that feature Crossovers: Batman Beyond, Superman, and Justice League.

Emmy Awards and Nominations

1993
Winner: Alan Burnett, Jean MacCurdy, Eric Radomski, Randy Rogel, Tom Ruegger, Dick Sebast, and Bruce W. Timm, "Robin's Reckoning" [1] Outstanding Animated Program (For Programming One Hour or Less)

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Annie Award (The Annie Awards are given out in a variety of animation related categories):
1998 Winner: Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero Outstanding Achievement in an Animated Home Video Production

First Telecast: September 5, 1992 Last Telecast: September 15, 1995

Episodes: 85 Color Episodes (85 half-hour episodes, 7 two-part episodes, 1 Feature Movie, 1 Direct to Video Movie)

Production: Warner Brothers Studios

Animation Production: Sunrise, Inc.… Expand

Genre(s): Comedy, Animation, Drama, Action & Adventure, Kids

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RaimiStan13

Jan 8, 2021

Let’s start at a stupidly simple level- what senses do you use when you are watching a tv show? Sight and sound. If a show doesn’t look good or sound good, it isn’t good. Visually, Batman: The Animated Series has a gorgeous art style inspired by the dark, noir setting in Citizen Kane. TheLet’s start at a stupidly simple level- what senses do you use when you are watching a tv show? Sight and sound. If a show doesn’t look good or sound good, it isn’t good. Visually, Batman: The Animated Series has a gorgeous art style inspired by the dark, noir setting in Citizen Kane. The entire show was illustrated by light colors drawn on black paper. Audibly, the series is astounding. The sounds you hear while watching these fabulously illustrated cartoons are truly amazing. There is no wonder why the show had earned 8 Emmy nominations (12 total) and won 2 Emmys (4 total) just from what the audience hears when you listen to the music from episodes such as: Beware the Gray Ghost, On Leather Wings, Almost Got Im’, Nothing to Fear, Shadow of the Bat... I could keep going on and on about all of the amazing music from the series nearly all composed by the great Shirley Walker (some by Danny Elfman, ex: the main theme) but I’m only allowed to put 5000 characters in this review. The other thing you hear in the show is also the voice actors. The series has such a talented cast of voice actors consisting of talents such as Kevin Conroy(Batman), Mark Hamil(The Joker), Bob Hastings(Comissioner Gordon), and Loren Lester(Robin). Many fans of the series mention that the unsung hero of the series is the voice casting director: Andrea Romano. Many believe she did amazing work as the series’ voice casting director. She had a method of recording the voice lines, where she made all of the cast for the episode go in the same room to record their lines so their lines would bounce off of each other easier. But of course there is more to the show than the music, voice acting and artstyle.

The storytelling

Like the best superhero/supervillain stories, the best stories in the series explore the most human side of the characters rather than the least human. The series also has many different adult themes for a show that was originally for kids, like drug addiction, death of a loved one, finding meaning, and more. Going back to the Emmys, the show had won the award for “Outstanding Writing in an Animated Program” in 1993 for the outstanding episode “Robin’s Reckoning”(my personal favorite episode). It explains Robin’s heart wrenching origin.... that’s all I’m gonna say. You HAVE TO watch it for yourself. This show has so many amazing stories (many of which by Paul Dini) that redefined many characters for the better.

For example: Mr. Freeze was redefined by the new origin that was made in the series in the episode titled: “A Heart of Ice”. Before the show, he was a villain who was widely unknown, and those who knew who him thought of him as some nut in a purple costume who liked the cold very much. The “A Heart of Ice” origin has become the definite origin of the character, being used as his origin to this day.
Another character that was forever changed due to what Batman: The Animated Series was Clayface. At first sight he sound like just another dumb superhero villain with the name Clayface: Ok he’s made out of Clay. What else is there? Sounds stupid right? Would you be surprised if I told you in his origin episode: “Feat of Clay” goes over the intense topics such as drug addiction and finding one’s identity? Now remind yourself that this is a kids show(how?!).Anyways, the episode: “Feat of Clay” is another must watch tragic backstory to character who used to be an unknown villain in Batman’s Rogues Gallery. The show even added Harley Quinn, Officer Montoya and Lock Up as new characters.

There are so many genius stories in the show that I tried narrowing down the series to the best 20 episodes you can’t go without watching(of the 85), but it has so many genius stories that it’s nearly impossible to. I’d recommend you watch every single episode of the series(20 minute episodes)because every episode is at the very least entertaining, but if you are short on time, then here are the episodes you can’t go without watching:

Robin’s Reckoning,Beware the Grey Ghost,Perchance to Dream,Two Face,Heart of Ice,The Man Who Killed Batman,His Silicon Soul(watch “Heart of Steel” first),Feat of Clay,Birds of a Feather, Almost Got im’,I Am The Night,Joker’s Favor,It’s Never Too Late,If you’re so smart why aren’t you rich?,Trial,P.O.V.,Laughing fish,Dreams In Darkness,Second chance,A Bullet for Bullock,Terror in the sky,On Leather Wings,The Demons Quest,Baby doll,The Forgotten and House & Garden(also “Batman: Mask of The Phantasm” is definitely worth watching. It’s my favorite Batman Movie).

These episodes are all great stories with lessons to be learned and shared from them. This series was truly a masterpiece, a “lightning in a bottle” moment that will probably never be captured ever again. All that you see, hear, and feel while watching this perfect series has set an unattainable standard for not just all Batman shows, but all superhero shows to meet.… Expand

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GabrielPaz

Jul 18, 2020

desenho mais incrivel q eu ja vi, despeerta a curiosidade sobre o personagem

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Amirhosein2005

May 13, 2021

It is one of the deepest and most inherent animations in history, which works even better than Batman comics! If so, then it must be described as a real success!

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DarkwingSchmuck

Mar 3, 2022

The best adaptation of the Caped Crusader ever put on either the small or large screen. Be it animation, writing, casting, score, tone, characterization, etc., Batman: The Animated Series hits every note masterfully.

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dado01102008

Jan 30, 2021

This is in my opinion the best show ever made. This is the best batman on screen by far. I love this show and it is a big reason why i love batman

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mathbidao17

Nov 12, 2020

Espetacular!!! Nunca vi uma série de quadrinhos tão bem feita. Deixa nostalgia em mim.

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kyle20ellis

Mar 17, 2022

I loved every minute of this superb animated series, and I am not afraid to say that out of all the animated shows based on the character, this series is without doubt the best of the lot. The animation was fantastic, no better way to describe it really, very dark and fluid instead of theI loved every minute of this superb animated series, and I am not afraid to say that out of all the animated shows based on the character, this series is without doubt the best of the lot. The animation was fantastic, no better way to describe it really, very dark and fluid instead of the Saturday- morning-cartoon standard that has marred animation recently. The theme tune by Danny Elfman was haunting and memorable, the same Danny Elfman who composed the music for Edward Scissorhands, which coincidentally is one of my all-time favourite movie scores. Also the plot lines and teleplays are very interesting, and I loved the characters, especially Batman, who was dark, brooding and complex like he is supposed to be. And what about the villains? Harvey Two Face, Mr Freeze, the scarecrow, Penguin, and my favourite the joker, who Mark Hamill voiced superlatively, making him sinister and fun at the same time. Though I was wondering, if the producers hadn't replaced their 1st choice for the character Tim Curry, he would've done just as well. I happily award Batman: The Animated Series a 10/10. Bethany Cox… Expand

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Season 6

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- Season 6 Overview
  Air Date: September 5, 1992
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Season 5

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  Air Date: September 5, 1992
Season 4

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  Air Date: September 13, 1997
Season 4

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  Air Date: January 21, 2021
Season 3

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  Air Date: September 10, 1994
Season 2

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  Air Date: May 3, 1994
Season 1

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  Air Date: September 6, 1992