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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, Po...

  • FOX
  • Sep 5, 1992
  • FOX
  • Sep 5, 1992
Batman: The Animated Series
Season 1
Season Premiere: Sep 5, 1992
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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, Po...

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Episode 1 • Sep 5, 1992 • 22 m
The Cat and the Claw: Part I
Catwoman steals a valuable necklace to fund the purchase of land for a mountain lion preserve but is thwarted by a group of terrorists.
Episode 2 • Sep 6, 1992 • 22 m
On Leather Wings
When Man-Bat starts terrorizing Gotham City, everyone mistakenly thinks that Batman is the culprit.
Episode 3 • Sep 7, 1992 • 22 m
Heart of Ice
Brilliant cryogenics expert Dr. Victor Fries is transformed into Mr. Freeze, a vengeful creature who can only survive in subzero temperatures.
Episode 4 • Sep 8, 1992 • 22 m
Feat of Clay: Part I
A popular actor renowned for his ability to play any part has a terrible secret: He's addicted to a strange chemical.
Episode 5 • Sep 9, 1992 • 22 m
Feat of Clay: Part II
Clayface learns that the man responsible for his disfigurement is promoting a skin conditioner containing the same chemical that deformed him.
Episode 6 • Sep 10, 1992 • 22 m
It's Never Too Late
An aging mob boss learns his drug dealings have contributed to his son's drug addiction.
Episode 7 • Sep 11, 1992 • 22 m
Joker's Favor
When a timid accountant accidentally runs afoul of the Joker, he promises the Joker anything if the villain will only let him go.
Episode 8 • Sep 12, 1992 • 22 m
The Cat and the Claw: Part II
When Catwoman infiltrates the underground headquarters of terrorists, both she and Batman are captured and left to die as victims of a viral plague.
Episode 9 • Sep 14, 1992 • 22 m
Pretty Poison
Harvey Dent is poisoned after a dinner date, and Batman makes the horrifying discovery that his date was Poison Ivy.
Episode 10 • Sep 15, 1992 • 22 m
Nothing to Fear
A horrifying villain named Scarecrow spreads fear gas and wreaks havoc at Gotham State University.
Episode 11 • Sep 16, 1992 • 22 m
Be a Clown
The Joker infiltrates the birthday party of Mayor Hill's son in order to plant a bomb.
Episode 12 • Sep 17, 1992 • 22 m
Appointment in Crime Alley
Batman's friend Dr. Leslie Thompkins is taken prisoner by a land developer after she uncovers his devious plans.
Episode 13 • Sep 18, 1992 • 22 m
P.O.V.
Bullock's account of a botched sting operation is so at odds with the other officers' testimony that the police suspect everyone.
Episode 14 • Sep 21, 1992 • 22 m
The Clock King
When a maniacally punctilious man faces financial ruin because of attorney Hamilton Hill, he transforms into the devious Clock King.
Episode 15 • Sep 22, 1992 • 22 m
The Last Laugh
The Joker's plot to send all of Gotham into insanity with Joker-gas from a garbage scow leads to a battle on the water.
Episode 16 • Sep 23, 1992 • 22 m
Eternal Youth
Alfred and his friend, Maggie Paige, visit a health spa that is actually run by the nefarious Poison Ivy.
Episode 17 • Sep 25, 1992 • 22 m
Two-Face: Part I
District Attorney Harvey Dent hides a deep dark secret: He has a second personality, Big Bad Harv, a tough gangster.
Episode 18 • Sep 28, 1992 • 22 m
Two-Face: Part II
Two-Face, the former Harvey Dent, begins an aggressive campaign against his hated rival, Rupert Thorne.
Episode 19 • Sep 29, 1992 • 22 m
Fear of Victory
The Scarecrow uses a fear chemical triggered by adrenaline on Gotham's greatest athletes, then bets against them to reap the winnings.
Episode 20 • Sep 30, 1992 • 22 m
I've Got Batman in My Basement
After the Penguin sprays Batman with nerve gas, a 12-year old boy rescue the unconscious hero and hides him in his basement.
Episode 21 • Oct 5, 1992 • 22 m
Vendetta
Batman suspects that an imprisoned Det. Bullock may be innocent after he is arrested for murder.
Episode 22 • Oct 6, 1992 • 22 m
Prophecy of Doom
Bruce begins to worry when all of his wealthy friends join the same Brotherhood group run by Nostromos, a so-called psychic.
Episode 23 • Oct 8, 1992 • 22 m
The Forgotten
When men begin disappearing at a bowery, Bruce Wayne decides to go undercover as a worker.
Episode 24 • Oct 12, 1992 • 22 m
Mad as a Hatter
The Mad Hatter puts the city of Gotham under his control in an attempt to impress a woman, Alice, with whom he is in love.
Episode 25 • Oct 14, 1992 • 22 m
The Cape and Cowl Conspiracy
Batman investigates a theft of bearer bonds intended for the starving people of a poor country.
Episode 26 • Oct 19, 1992 • 22 m
Perchance to Dream
Bruce Wayne wakes up to find that his parents are not dead, he is not Batman and he's engaged to Selina Kyle.
Episode 27 • Oct 21, 1992 • 22 m
The Underdwellers
Batman discovers a gang of forgotten runaways living deep within the Gotham sewer system.
Episode 28 • Oct 26, 1992 • 22 m
Night of the Ninja
When Wayne Enterprises is robbed by a mysterious figure known as the Ninja, Batman and Robin discover that the Ninja is an old nemesis of Bruce Wayne.
Episode 29 • Oct 29, 1992 • 22 m
The Strange Secret of Bruce Wayne
Dr. Hugo Strange's invention, a machine that reads people's thoughts, leads him to discover that Bruce is Batman.
Episode 30 • Oct 30, 1992 • 22 m
Tyger Tyger
When a genetic engineer produces a man-cat hybrid, he kidnaps Selina Kyle to provide his creation with a mate.
Episode 31 • Nov 3, 1992 • 22 m
Dreams in Darkness
Batman must thwart the Scarecrow's plan to poison Gotham's water supply with a chemical that induces hallucinations.
Episode 32 • Nov 4, 1992 • 22 m
Beware the Gray Ghost
Batman connects recent bombings in Gotham to an episode of an old television series featuring the "Gray Ghost."
Episode 33 • Nov 5, 1992 • 22 m
Cat Scratch Fever
Selina Kyle uncovers a plot to infect stray animals with a deadly disease that will be transmitted to the human population.
Episode 34 • Nov 9, 1992 • 22 m
I Am the Night
On the anniversary of the death of Bruce's parents, Batman expresses doubts about whether or not he should continue his one-man war against crime.
Episode 35 • Nov 10, 1992 • 22 m
Almost Got 'im
While hiding from the police, Batman's deadliest enemies exchange stories about their mutual nemesis: Batman.
Episode 36 • Nov 11, 1992 • 22 m
Moon of the Wolf
Milo tries to use an old friend of Bruce Wayne's, Romulus, to destroy him after Milo injects Romulus with a serum that changes him into a wolf.
Episode 37 • Nov 12, 1992 • 22 m
Terror in the Sky
When a man-sized bat ransacks Gotham's harbor, Batman suspects that Dr. Kirk Langstrom is drinking his Man-Bat formula again.
Episode 38 • Nov 13, 1992 • 22 m
Christmas with the Joker
The Joker kidnaps three prominent citizens during Christmas and challenges Batman to find him before midnight.
Episode 39 • Nov 16, 1992 • 22 m
Heart of Steel: Part I
Karl Rossum, owner of Cybertron Labs, has been replacing important authority figures with robot lookalikes.
Episode 40 • Nov 17, 1992 • 22 m
Heart of Steel: Part II
Batman escapes from being attacked by his own Batcomputer, which was sabotaged by HARDAC.
Episode 41 • Nov 18, 1992 • 22 m
If You're So Smart, Why Aren't You Rich?
When Edward Nygma's greedy boss unjustly fires genius him, Nygma seeks revenge in a new guise - as the Riddler.
Episode 42 • Nov 19, 1992 • 22 m
Joker's Wild
When a billionaire builds a casino called the Joker's Wild, the Joker breaks out of Arkham Asylum to destroy it.
Episode 43 • Nov 20, 1992 • 22 m
His Silicon Soul
A confused robot that believes it is Batman causes problems for the real Dark Knight.
Episode 44 • Nov 23, 1992 • 22 m
Off Balance
Batman investigates a notorious global crime cartel, the Society of Shadows, which has begun to operate in Gotham City.
Episode 45 • Nov 24, 1992 • 22 m
What Is Reality?
To prove that he has a superior mind, the Riddler lures Batman into a contest inside a virtual reality computer game.
Episode 46 • Jan 10, 1993 • 22 m
The Laughing Fish
The Joker becomes enraged when the Gotham copyright office rejects his demand for a copyright for his grinning Joker fish.
Episode 47 • Jan 18, 1993 • 22 m
Harley and Ivy
Harley Quinn has broken off with the Joker and teams up with Poison Ivy. Together they wreak havoc on Gotham.
Episode 48 • Jan 24, 1993 • 22 m
The Mechanic
While engaged in a high-speed chase, the Penguin's gang escapes and the Batmobile is nearly demolished.
Episode 49 • Feb 1, 1993 • 22 m
The Man Who Killed Batman
Sidney Debris, a small-time mobster, earns the hatred of all of Batman's enemies when he claims to have accidentally killed Batman during a brawl.
Episode 50 • Feb 2, 1993 • 22 m
Zatanna
When glamorous female magician Zatanna is framed for a robbery during her act, Batman comes to her defense.
Episode 51 • Feb 7, 1993 • 22 m
Robin's Reckoning: Part I
After learning the name of an extortion ringleader, Batman mysteriously refuses to let Robin continue the investigation with him.
Episode 52 • Feb 8, 1993 • 22 m
Birds of a Feather
A socialite desperate to create a novel party makes the mistake of inviting the Penguin as her guest of honor.
Episode 53 • Feb 14, 1993 • 22 m
Robin's Reckoning: Part II
Despite Batman's orders not to, Robin pursues Tony Zucco, the criminal who was responsible for the death of Robin's parents.
Episode 54 • Feb 22, 1993 • 22 m
Blind as a Bat
Bruce Wayne is temporarily blinded when the Penguin steals a new police helicopter with weaponry developed by WayneTech.
Episode 55 • Feb 23, 1993 • 22 m
Day of the Samurai
Bruce Wayne and Alfred travel to Japan to help Bruce's old martial arts teacher, Sensi Yoru. The sensei's daughter has been kidnapped by Kyodai Ken.
Episode 56 • Feb 24, 1993 • 22 m
See No Evil
After a fortune disappears from a gem exposition, Batman investigates and discovers that the crime may have been committed by an invisible man.
Episode 57 • May 3, 1993 • 22 m
The Demon's Quest: Part I
When Robin is mysteriously abducted, Batman's search leads him to Ra's Al Ghul, leader of the Society of Shadows.
Episode 58 • May 4, 1993 • 22 m
The Demon's Quest: Part II
Batman discovers Ra's Al Ghul's plan to flood Earth with chemicals and return it to a lush, green planet.
Episode 59 • May 10, 1993 • 22 m
Read My Lips
Batman investigates a series of baffling crimes and discovers that the crime czar is a wooden dummy.
Episode 60 • May 24, 1993 • 22 m
Fire from Olympus
Believing he's the reincarnation of Zeus, a mad shipping magnate mounts a stolen electron cannon atop his penthouse.

Top Cast

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Kevin Conroy

Batman, Bruce Wayne, Thomas Wayne

Loren Lester

Robin, Dick Grayson

Efrem Zimbalist Jr.

Alfred Pennyworth, Alfred, Antoine

Bob Hastings

Commissioner James Gordon, Commissioner Gordon, Gordon

Robert Costanzo

Detective Bullock, Detective Harvey Bullock, Rocco

Mari Devon

Summer Gleeson, Miss Perkins

Mark Hamill

The Joker, Jack Napier, Ferris Boyle

Richard Moll

Two-Face, Harvey Dent, Bat Computer

Lloyd Bochner

Mayor Hamilton Hill, Mayor Hill

Arleen Sorkin

Harley Quinn, Dr. Harleen Quinzel

John Vernon

Rupert Thorne

Adrienne Barbeau

Catwoman, Selina Kyle, Catwoman-Selina, Martha Wayne

Brock Peters

Lucius Fox, Fox, The Minotaur

Diane Pershing

Poison Ivy, Dr. Pamela Isley, Additional Voices, Reporter

Ingrid Oliu

Renee Montoya, Montoya, Officer Renée Montoya

Paul Williams

The Penguin, Penguin, Oswald Cobblepot, Snap

Neil Ross

Additional Voices, Chairman, Dealer, Jake, Police 1, Ratso

Aron Kincaid

Killer Croc, Waylon Jones, Lucas

George Dzundza

Scarface, Arnold Wesker, The Ventriloquist, Arnold Wesker - The Ventriloquist, Chubb, G. Carl Francis, Judge

Melissa Gilbert

Barbara Gordon, Batgirl

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User Score
Universal Acclaim Based on 75 User Ratings
9.2
95% Positive
71 Ratings
3% Mixed
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3% Negative
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Universal Acclaim Based on 75 User Ratings
9.2
95% Positive
71 Ratings
3% Mixed
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Kai82
Oct 18, 2020
Maybe the best animated series of all times and the definite series for Batman. Its impact and legacy is still felt today. They perfected the formula for a Batman series and created a dark matured setting with unforgettable story lines, characters and lot of impact, emotions and immersion. There is even the critique that some episodes made you feel to much. All main and many side characters had depth and understandable motivations. What is even more amazing they didn't shy away from matured themes like the abusive relation between Harley Quinn and the Joker, had stories with sad but fitting endings, show the dark sides of Gotham City and gave all the characters believable flaws. Then there is the style and soundtrack that go hand in hand. Just watch the Intro (Available on YouTube). They didn't even need the word Batman in it and still everyone knows who that was. In combination with some of the best scores for an animated series they create an unmatched atmosphere. I want to praise and applaud the whole team. They created something that is still remembered and praised by fans and critics. Season 1 has a lot of must see episodes and I will go into details in my recommendations: “Pretty Poison” for setting up Harvey Dent and Pamela Isley and a good story. “P.O.V” for this Akira Kurosawa inspired idea. Great storytelling and a good homage. “The Forgotten” this is focused on Bruce Wayne and you learn a lot about him and his inner struggles (not the death of parents related once). “Two Face part 1 and 2” this is the story of Harvey Dent becoming Two Face and one of Batmans and Bruce Waynes saddest failures as he could not save him as Batman and as his friend Bruce Wayne. “It is never too Late” is a good story about redemption, life decisions and guilt. “Hearth of Ice” is an essential episode. It won an daytime Emmy, is considered one of the best episodes ever of any animated show and made Mr. Freeze a truly remarkable character. If you don't have tears in your eyes at the end you should check if you have a heart or emotions. “Beware the Gray Ghost” for this idea and guest star voicing the titular character. Has good humour and is as brilliant as entertaining. “Jokers Favour” questions what would you do to save your family. Intense, relatable and first appearance of Harley Quinn who was develop for the show. Became a fan favourite character with deep character and the rest is history. “Perchance to Dream” Bruce Wayne awakens and his parents are alive, his life is great and he is engaged to Selina Kyle. Meanwhile a new hero named Batman appeared in Gotham City to fight crime. Wont spoil more except it is a must see;-). “Hearth of Steel part 1 and 2” for the idea, twist and intense story. “Almost got him” poker night for Batmans villains as each of them tells the story how close they came to kill Batman. Good individual stories and an awesome conclusion that I wont spoil. Excellent from start to finish with brilliant ideas. “Birds of a Feather” is Penguins story as he is released from prison and wants to start a new honest life while Batman distrust him. It has a bittersweet ending and is one of the most emotional episodes of the show. “Zatanna” for the titular character and their goo chemistry. Finally “The Demons Quest part 1 and 2” for Ra’s al Ghul the story, twists and climax. Overall this cemented the status as best incarnation of Batman and definitive series. Still excellent and unmatched even today.
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kwame
Sep 6, 2017
A animation masterpiece, batman the animated series is the best super hero show still to this date. dark and detailed animation, great stories, exlent voice acting and great action. Do your self a favour and watch this masterpiece of a show.
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truxton
Jan 1, 2015
The best adaptation of Batman out of comics. It has something for everyone and its a very good show. You might be thinking this is just another stupid kids cartoon, your wrong. Its got a dark atmosphere a nice art style to it and a great voice cast starring Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy and many others. This is a dark emotional show that is very nostalgic and deserves to be watched by everyone. Batman fan or not you'd be crazy not to like this show.
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10
RedRyan18
May 22, 2014
Here is a series so clearly aware of it's target audience yet not afraid to push the envelope. It boldly introduces complex themes and let's the characters duke it out in gorgeous art deco animation.
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10
MonsieurEames
Jul 13, 2012
Spectacular TV show. The best adaptation of Batman in a television series ever, and, quite frankly, the best superhero TV show ever made. It never gets old.
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digantasaha
May 30, 2012
The best superhero animation series adaptation ever.Batman:Animated Series features batman taking on his arch-villians who rott the streets of gotham like Two-Face, Mr.Freeze, Ra's al Ghul **** car in this series is just awesome.I think it is the best animation ever.
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Vectis99
Oct 24, 2018
An extremely well animated, zany, and fun cartoon is ruined by the incessant and obnoxious glorification of billionaires.
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