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United Underworld: Who Is Batman 66's Greatest Arch-Villain?
United Underworld: Who Is Batman 66's Greatest Arch-Villain?
United Underworld: Who Is Batman 66's Greatest Arch-Villain?
50 years ago today, the classic Batman TV series premiered, kicking off a three-year run as one of the greatest adaptations of comic books ever made --- and while Adam West and Burt Ward's earnest, stentorian heroes were the stars, I think it's fair to say that the real attractions came from the villains. The bizarre heists, the deathtraps, the colorful costumes and scenery-chewing monologues made them favorites not just for the fans, but for the actors lining up to take roles on a pop culture phenomenon. But as is so often the case when we start talking about a fantastic roster of characters, it inevitably leads to the question of just who was the best. Was it Julie Newmar's purr-fect Catwoman? Frank Gorshin's surprisingly intense riddler? Victor Buono's King Tut? Heck maybe it was even a long-shot candidate like Bookworm! It's too hard to pick, which is why we're leaving it up to you. Check out the villains and vote below to crown the true King or Queen of Crime!
The Batman '66 Episode Guide 1x32: The Riddler's False Notion
The Batman '66 Episode Guide 1x32: The Riddler's False Notion
The Batman '66 Episode Guide 1x32: The Riddler's False Notion
The 1966 Batman television show was one of the most successful and influential adaptations of comic books to mass media of all time. Over the course of three seasons and 120 episodes, the series became a cultural force with its unique combination of tongue-in-cheek humor, thrilling superhero adventure and celebrity guest stars, and shaped the way the public would view the Caped Crusader for the next five decades. Now, in the midst of a well-deserved renaissance of the show, ComicsAlliance is proud to present The Batman ’66 Episode Guide, an in-depth examination of every single adventure, arch-criminal and deathtrap cliffhanger of the series. This week, the Riddler finally finishes his silent film... and his true plan is revealed at last!
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x31: Death In Slow Motion
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x31: Death In Slow Motion
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x31: Death In Slow Motion
The 1966 Batman television show was one of the most successful and influential adaptations of comic books to mass media of all time. Over the course of three seasons and 120 episodes, the series became a cultural force with its unique combination of tongue-in-cheek humor, thrilling superhero adventure and celebrity guest stars, and shaped the way the public would view the Caped Crusader for the next five decades. Now, in the midst of a well-deserved renaissance of the show, ComicsAlliance is proud to present The Batman ’66 Episode Guide, an in-depth examination of every single adventure, arch-criminal and deathtrap cliffhanger of the series. This week, the Riddler returns with a plan to make the greatest silent film of all time... featuring the death of Batman and Robin!
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x24: Give 'Em The Axe
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x24: Give 'Em The Axe
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x24: Give 'Em The Axe
The 1966 Batman television show was one of the most successful and influential adaptations of comic books to mass media of all time. Over the course of three seasons and 120 episodes, the series became a cultural force with its unique combination of tongue-in-cheek humor, thrilling superhero adventure and celebrity guest stars, and shaped the way the public would view the Caped Crusader for the next five decades. Now, in the midst of a well-deserved renaissance of the show, ComicsAlliance is proud to present The Batman ’66 Episode Guide, an in-depth examination of every single adventure, arch-criminal and deathtrap cliffhanger of the series. This week, the Riddler's on a rampage... and Robin fights alone!
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x23: The Ring Of Wax
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x23: The Ring Of Wax
The Batman 66 Episode Guide 1x23: The Ring Of Wax
The 1966 Batman television show was one of the most successful and influential adaptations of comic books to mass media of all time. Over the course of three seasons and 120 episodes, the series became a cultural force with its unique combination of tongue-in-cheek humor, thrilling superhero adventure and celebrity guest stars, and shaped the way the public would view the Caped Crusader for the next five decades. Now, in the midst of a well-deserved renaissance of the show, ComicsAlliance is proud to present The Batman ’66 Episode Guide, an in-depth examination of every single adventure, arch-criminal and deathtrap cliffhanger of the series. This week, the Riddler's back in action with a waxy new plan... to steal the lost treasure of the Inca!
Lego Announces 'Lego Dimensions' Game with DC Heroes
Lego Announces 'Lego Dimensions' Game with DC Heroes
Lego Announces 'Lego Dimensions' Game with DC Heroes
Lego has announced a new franchise-crossing video game that, like Skylanders, Nintendo's amiibo figures and Disney Infinity, uses real toys placed on a special pad to import the characters into the game. Lego Dimensions, from Warner Bros and TT Games, will launch with a $99.99 starter pack that includes Wyldstyle from The Lego Movie, Lord of the Rings' Gandalf, and Batman and a Batmobile --- and because it's a Lego game, players will get to construct the game's portal gateway out of Lego bricks.
Batman 66 Ep. 1x12: When The Rat's Away The Mice Will Play
Batman 66 Ep. 1x12: When The Rat's Away The Mice Will Play
Batman 66 Ep. 1x12: When The Rat's Away The Mice Will Play
The 1966 Batman television show was one of the most successful and influential adaptations of comic books to mass media of all time. Over the course of three seasons and 120 episodes, the series became a cultural force with its unique combination of tongue-in-cheek humor, thrilling superhero adventure and celebrity guest stars, and shaped the way the public would view the Caped Crusader for the next five decades. Now, in the midst of a well-deserved renaissance of the show, ComicsAlliance is proud to present The Batman '66 Episode Guide, an in-depth examination of every single adventure, arch-criminal and deathtrap cliffhanger of the series. This week, the Riddler's plan goes into action, and Bruce Wayne... meets the Batman?!
Batman 66: 'A Riddle a Day Keeps the Riddler Away'
Batman 66: 'A Riddle a Day Keeps the Riddler Away'
Batman 66: 'A Riddle a Day Keeps the Riddler Away'
The 1966 Batman television show was one of the most successful and influential adaptations of comic books to mass media of all time. Over the course of three seasons and 120 episodes, the series became a cultural force with its unique combination of tongue-in-cheek humor, thrilling superhero adventure and celebrity guest stars, and shaped the way the public would view the Caped Crusader for the next five decades. Now, in the midst of a well-deserved renaissance of the show, ComicsAlliance is proud to present The Batman '66 Episode Guide, an in-depth examination of every single adventure, arch-criminal and deathtrap cliffhanger of the series. This week, a royal visitor to Gotham City provides a trap... from the Prince of Puzzles!
Link Ink: Comics, Film/TV and Gaming News Links 07.16.14
Link Ink: Comics, Film/TV and Gaming News Links 07.16.14
Link Ink: Comics, Film/TV and Gaming News Links 07.16.14
Each weekday, ComicsAlliance brings you a carefully selected variety of links from around the web about comics and comics-related media, including movies, video games, toys, and whatever else might be worth noting. Quite frankly, these are items you may just need to know about to have a productive day. Take a look at today's hand-picked links after the jump.
See 'Gotham's' Poison Ivy And Her Completely Different Name
See 'Gotham's' Poison Ivy And Her Completely Different Name
See 'Gotham's' Poison Ivy And Her Completely Different Name
Viewers have had plenty of opportunities to see the lead characters of Fox's new not-Batman-we're-serious series Gotham staring ahead and looking solemn, but they haven't seen everyone just yet. Entertainment Weekly has published eight new character portaits, and though they include some familiar faces -- Ben McKenzie as James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, Jada Pinkett-Smith as Fish Mooney, and David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, to name a few --the feature also comes with some new ones. Not only are viewers getting their first really good look at Edward Nygma, a.k.a. the Riddler (Cory Michael Smith), they're also seeing the show's version of Poison Ivy, played by Clare Foley. You'll notice she's not Pamela Isley anymore.

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