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Bruce Wayne's Batman is good at a lot of things, but taking bad news isn't one of them. Now, as he wrestles with a revelation that changes everything about his parents' murder, the Dark Knight is back to shutting out his allies and working to exhaustion, but this time without faithful butler Alfred Pennyworth to snap him out of it.

The Waynes knew their killer long before the fateful night that created Batman.

A preview of Detective Comics #1095 - from Tom Taylor, Mikel Janín, Norm Rapmund and Alex Guimarães - shows that Batman now has confirmation that his father Thomas Wayne once saved the life of Joe Chill - the man who went on to kill Bruce Wayne's parents. Bruce's confidante Dr. Leslie Thompkins confirms his worst fear - "Joe Chill would have died if not for your father's intervention."However, there are darker implications than just this twist of fate.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan is no stranger to playing tough guys, and now he’s stepping into the animated world of ‘Invincible’ to voice the brutal Viltrumite warrior Conquest. A new behind-the-scenes video has dropped, showing him in action as he records lines for the Season 3 finale, and it’s got us excited for what’s coming. The finale aired on March 13, 2025, on Prime Video, and Morgan’s take on this iconic villain is already making an impression.

In ‘Invincible’, Conquest is a heavy hitter from the Viltrum Empire, sent to Earth to deal with Mark Grayson, the show’s hero voiced by Steven Yeun. Morgan’s deep, gritty voice fits the character perfectly, bringing out the menace of a warrior who loves a good fight. The video shows him in the recording booth, pouring energy into lines that hint at the chaos Conquest unleashes in the finale. It’s a big moment for the series,...

Following the release of The Batman one popular fan theory suggested the journalist, Edward Elliot, who was killed as part of Thomas Wayne’s cover-up, might be the father of the Riddler, Edward Nashton. While the movie never explicitly confirms this, there are some interesting connections that fuel the theory.

Both share the first name “Edward,” which could suggest a deeper link. Riddler grew up in an orphanage after Thomas Wayne’s actions led to Elliot’s death, raising the possibility that Elliot was his father.

If so, Riddler may have originally been named Edward Elliot before taking the surname Nashton. The film also references “Hush,” a villain tied to the wealthy Elliot family, further suggesting a connection. However, there’s no direct confirmation, and it could just be a coincidence.

Now in his most recent interview, Peter Craig who served as the writer in the first Batman movie finally addressed this theory.

Warning: Spoilers for Absolute Batman #4

Absolute Batman's bulky design received intense backlash from fans upon his initial reveal due to how different it was from the classic look. As it turns out, that costume is Bruce Wayne's second attempt at a bat-suit, and the first is even more shocking. Rather than making every aspect of his appearance larger-than-life, Batman's original attempt at his costume ended up being much more terrifying.

The preview for Absolute Batman #4 by Scott Snyder, Gabriel Hernández Walta, Frank Martin, and Clayton Cowles depicts Bruce Wayne's earliest days as the Dark Knight. Gotham criminals are seen pushing a woman off a rooftop, only for her to be rescued, and they're suddenly ambushed by a menacing figure who had been looming over them.

This figure turns out to be none other than Batman, but his costume is unlike any he's ever worn in DC lore. Rather than relying on his overwhelming size,...

Jeffrey Dean Morgan could have been the leading man of his new horror-comedy movie but opted not to. The actor is likely best known for television roles including playing John Winchester on Supernatural, Joe Kessler on The Boys, Jason Crouse on The Good Wife, and Denny Duquette on Grey's Anatomy. However, he has also held roles in prominent movies, especially those directed by Zack Snyder, including playing Comedian in Watchmen and Thomas Wayne in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.

Morgan joined the cast of The Walking Dead in 2016 as the notorious villain Negan Smith, a role he played for more than 60 episodes across six seasons and later reprised in the spinoff Dead City, which has been renewed for the upcoming season 2. This prominent role led to an uptick in horror and thriller roles, and since 2016 he has appeared in a wide variety of genre titles including The Postcard Killings,...

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Batman: Dark Age #5

Batman: Dark Age reveals Martha Wayne's stay at Arkham Asylum, changing Batman's perspective on the facility. The series offers fresh perspectives on classic Batman lore, with a new focus on Martha Wayne's backstory. Batman's personal stake in Arkham's restoration as an asylum is highlighted with the reveal of Martha Wayne's history.

Batman: Dark Age has presented a compelling alternate continuity of the Dark Knights mythos, and the penultimate issue makes one change that is sure to raise some eyebrows. The preview for the issue reveals that none other than Martha Wayne was a patient at Arkham, forever changing Batmans relationship with the asylum that would go on to house so many of his future enemies.

Batman: Dark Age #5 by Mark Russell and Michael Allred is the penultimate issue of the critically-acclaimed retelling of the Dark Knights origins. The preview for the issue...

Arthur Fleck's true parentage may finally be confirmed in Joker: Folie Deux, possibly implicating Thomas Wayne. Thomas Wayne possibly being Arthur's father could reshape Batman and Joker's origin story and add complexities to their rivalry. Joker: Folie Deux will likely include more fact than fantasy, as Arthur Fleck will be on trial and receiving therapy.

By addressing one of the biggest mysteries from its 2019 predecessor, Joker: Folie Deux could irredeemably change Bruce Wayne's own origin story as Batman in Todd Phillips' dark Joker franchise. Despite taking place outside the mainstream DC Universe, 2019's Joker did introduce a younger Bruce Wayne, long before his parents' double murder and his evolution into the Caped Crusader. Phoenix's Arthur Fleck and the young Bruce Wayne, played by Dante Pereira-Olson, may have a much deeper and more harrowing connection.

Joaquin Phoenix's Arthur Fleck was introduced in 2019's Joker as a failing party clown and aspiring stand-up comedian,...

It's been a while since we had any official word The Batman - Part II, and the lack of updates following the announcement that James Gunn and Peter Safran would be heading up a new Dcu led to some speculation that the movie may have been delayed yet again or possibly even shelved altogether.

These were valid concerns given the DC Studios heads' decision to (almost) completely revamp everything that came before and introduce a brand-new Caped Crusader in The Brave and the Bold, but Gunn has always assured fans that the "BatVerse" would continue as an Elseworlds franchise.

Now, co-writer Mattson Tomlin has confirmed reports that cameras are set to begin rolling in 2025, and his comments suggest that the sequel will be worth the wait.

"It's shooting next year. We're gearing up, and I will say that the bar just couldn't be higher," Tomlin told ScreenRant.

"It's the sequel to the first one,...

Matt Reeves' The Batman introduced new takes on several classic DC Comics characters, including the Caped Crusader's feline foe turned love-interest, Selina Kyle/Catwoman.

Played by Zoë Kravitz, Selina infiltrated the Penguin's Iceberg Lounge in an attempt to track down her roommate Annika. It was later revealed that she was actually Carmine Falcone's daughter.

Kravitz is set to return for The Batman - Part II, but isn't sure exactly when she'll get to don the cat-suit again.

"Matt [Reeves] goes into his hole when he writes," the actress/director tells Collider. "Again, he’s a super intense, detail-oriented director, so I just keep myself busy with things like [Blink Twice] until people call me."

Kravitz went on to explain how she'd like to see the character evolve when she does reprise the role.

"The whole concept of Selina in that film was it’s an origin story. So obviously...

New Batman: Dark Age #5 shows off a sleek & armored Robin costume update, ditching traditional elements. Dark Age Batman has a military background, leading to an updated, fresh take on the iconic Robin suit. The DC Comics series reimagines Batman's origin and Robin's role, hinting at a possible reinvention of the Robin legacy.

With so many different Robins over the years, there have been tons of different costumes for each of them. Every time a new Robin shows up, they get a new outfit. This is especially true of alternate universes, which DC has plenty of, as they've just shown off an awesome new look for one world's Robin.

The recent August 2024 solicitation for Batman: Dark Age #5 shows off a killer new look for this world's first Robin. This costume is a fantastic update to the iconic Robin outfit, losing the pixie boots and trunks for an armored and sleek look,...

Superman accidentally creates "Bat-Man" after a cricket game mishap. Batman seeks revenge on Superman by exposing his true identity. John Cleese's humorous take on Batman vs. Superman is a refreshing twist.

From a dark God who watches over Gotham to a vigilante in Victorian England, there have been countless interpretations of Batman over the years. But his most hilarious re-invention came when famous comedian John Cleese changed Batman's origin to make him a victim of Superman's super-strength after a disastrous cricket game.

Superman: True Brit by Kim Johnson and John Cleese set out to answer the timeless question of "What if Superman were British?" This experiment naturally had hilarious results, as Superman was encouraged to never use his powers (for fear of what the neighbors would think). This led Superman to repress any memory of his powers, including his super strength.

During a cricket game, Superman accidentally tosses his...

Wonder Woman and Superman go above and beyond to find the perfect birthday gift for Batman, showcasing their friendship and understanding of him. Despite doubts from Superman, their heartwarming photo reel gift is well-received by Batman, symbolizing their unbreakable bond. Red Hood's gift to Batman in DC's Robin: 80th Anniversary story, "More Time," by Judd Winick and Dustin Nguyen, will always be the Dark Knight's greatest gift.

Warning: Spoilers for Wonder Woman #7! Wonder Woman and Superman prove their status as Batman's Super Best Friends by selecting the perfect birthday present, showcasing their deep understanding of The Dark Knight, perhaps even surpassing that of the Bat-Family. However, despite the incredible thoughtfulness and sentimentality of their gift, it will never be able to beat Red Hood's birthday gift to Batman when he was Robin.

Tom King and Guillem March's Wonder Woman #7 presents Diana and Superman with one of their toughest...

It’s been Batman’s sworn duty to protect Gotham and do everything he can to try and eliminate crime from it. However, Bruce Wayne is, above everything else, a man, and there are times when he can’t be the one to keep Batman active in the city. Throughout his career, Batman has either been injured, missing, or otherwise unable to fulfill his duties as the Dark Knight, leaving the role to be filled by successors.

Whenever he’s needed them, family and friends have helped Bruce’s city by stepping up and trying on the cowl for themselves. While not everyone’s cut out to be Batman, the following ten people have tried their best at taking on the role of the Caped Crusader.

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Thanks to Barry Allen’s creation of the Flashpoint timeline,...

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Batman #133!It looks like the newest enemy of the Dark Knight has a power that may give him a terrifying edge over Batman. Red Mask reveals a hidden ability that is certain to give Bruce Wayne trouble down the line.

In Batman #133 by Chip Zdarsky and Mike Hawthorne, Bruce is now fighting back against the corrupt forces that occupy a variant of Gotham City. Donning a new Batsuit, he tracks down a disturbing version of the Riddler, who is in the middle of playing twisted mind games with terrified children. Thankfully, Batman saves the day and sends the demented Riddler straight into the infirmary.

Unfortunately, the person tasked with relaying this information is Selina Kyle, who is working for the mysterious warden of Arkham Asylum, Red Mask. As Selina begins to question Red Mask's motives and his use of children in his experiments, the man strikes at Selina.

Michael Keaton's return as Batman in The Flash ruins the potential for one important character from DC Comics' Flashpoint storyline. 2023's The Flash is set to mark the end of the Dceu and will kick-start the development of James Gunn's new DC Universe. The movie is adapted from DC Comics' 2011 crossover series, Flashpoint, which saw Barry Allen, a.k.a. the Flash, travel back in time to try and save his mother but cause more catastrophe in the process. Flashpoint reset the DC Universe in the comics, just as The Flash will in the live-action franchise, but the trailer for The Flash has revealed a very different storyline from its comic source material.

In the comics, Barry Allen unwittingly creates an alternate timeline after trying to save his mother, who was murdered in the original timeline. In DC's Flashpoint world, Superman is a prisoner of the US Government,...

This Flash article contains spoilers.

The Flash Season 9 Episode 5

As the final season of The Flash barrels toward its endgame, the stakes keep getting higher. “The Mask of the Red Death, Pt. 2” not only sees Barry and Team Flash finally bring the villainous Red Death to justice, but also reveals Iris is pregnant, sees Chester and Allegra finally admit that they’re crazy about one another, and features Khione displaying some sort of strange new healing abilities that save a badly injured Mark Blaine. While these are all the sort of big narrative events that the show normally saves for a season finale, it’s the surprise return of Batwoman heroine Ryan Wilder that likely packs the biggest emotional punch.

With much of The CW Arrowverse wrapping up alongside The Flash’s final season, the fact that the show is managing to include characters from across this superhero universe is incredibly satisfying.

While the first trailer for The Flash confirms that the original DC Comics Flashpoint story will serve as the primary inspiration, several key elements are missing as well as some critical differences. However, the basic framework will still exist with Barry Allen's Flash inadvertently changing his universe's timeline after an attempt to prevent his mother's murder in the past. That being said, the domino effect that's created in The Flash starring Ezra Miller will feature a lot of changes from the iconic DC Comics storyline.

2011's Flashpoint preceded the DC Universe's New 52 reboot. After saving his mother, Barry Allen's Flash wakes up to an altered world where he has no powers and the lives of his fellow heroes have been drastically changed. As such, Flash regains his abilities before battling the Reverse-Flash and fixing the timeline, resulting in the newly rebooted universe. However, The Flash trailer confirms the...

Whether they’re fighting alongside or against each other, Batman and Superman are undoubtedly one of the most famous duos in comic books. While the two characters have their fair share of differences, it turns out they have more in common than their mothers’ first names. In fact, before the Dark Knight and the Man of Steel were even born, their fathers, Thomas Wayne and Jor-El, were working together.

Superman/Batman #50, titled "The Fathers," opens with Thomas and Martha Wayne driving through Smallville, Kansas, on their way back to Gotham. Martha is pregnant, and as the couple playfully debates what to name the child - which Thomas is convinced will be a girl - a comet crashes on the side of the road right where they’re driving. Curiosity gets the best of Thomas and he pulls over to investigate. He discovers that the object is not a comet at all,...

General Zod's return in The Flash has a deeper meaning for the reset of the live-action DC Universe. After previously being seen in 2013's Man of Steel, the first film in the now-defunct Dceu, Michael Shannon is set to make his return as the Kryptonian villain, which will see him portray an alternate version of General Zod when Barry Allen (Ezra Miller) finds himself trapped in a new timeline after trying to travel through time to save his mother. General Zod previously met his demise at the hands of Henry Cavill's Superman, but now it'll be the Flash and Michael Keaton's Batman attempting to thwart the villain.

Influenced by DC Comics' 2011 Flashpoint event, The Flash will replace the threat of the Atlantean-Amazon War, led by brutal versions of Aquaman and Wonder Woman, for General Zod who was previously seen in Man of Steel. This isn't the only change from the comic storyline,...

The upcoming Dcu The Flash movie stars Michael Keaton reprising his role as Bruce Wayne, which raises an important question — whether The Flash is going to the Tim Burton Batman 1989 universe in The Flash. The upcoming Dcu Flash movies is a chance for James Gunn to officially reboot the Dcu with an in-universe narrative explanation. Keaton's appearance alongside Ben Affleck (also as Batman) is likely tied into this. However, just because Michael Keaton is returning to the role of Batman for the first time since Batman Returns, it doesn't necessarily mean that this is Burton's movie world.

The Flash movie appears to be a Flashpoint-based storyline. Barry Allen attempts to use the Speed Force to prevent his mother from dying, but inadvertently either rewrites the timeline or travels to a different reality entirely. In the world he heads into, there are no metahumans — but there is a Batman, and rather than Ben Affleck,...

Todd Phillips’ Joker was met with positive reviews and box office success, but it’s often been criticized for being derivative of Martin Scorsese’s underrated showbiz satire The King of Comedy. Phillips’ movie borrowed a lot from the Scorsese oeuvre – from the deranged vigilantism of Taxi Driver to the uncontrollable anger of Raging Bull – but its plot and characters have the most in common with The King of Comedy. There are plenty of parallels between these two darkly comedic crime movies about the illegal antics of delusional standup comedians who get pushed to the edge.

Although it was a box office bomb and received mixed reviews during its initial release in 1982, The King of Comedy has since been re-evaluated as one of Scorsese’s best and most underappreciated movies. When both Scorsese and Robert De Niro were reaching new heights in their own entertainment careers, they channeled the surreal...

For most moviegoers, M. Night Shyamalan’s Knock at the Cabin will serve as their introduction to Ben Aldridge, and what an introduction it is.

The English actor — who’s most known for his TV work including Pennyworth’s Thomas Wayne and Fleabag’s “Arsehole Guy” — also appeared in December’s well-reviewed but underseen Spoiler Alert, so Aldridge has been on the verge of breaking out for some time now.

In Shyamalan’s latest emotional thriller, Aldridge plays Andrew, the protective husband of Eric (Jonathan Groff) and adoring father to Wen (Kristen Cui). Early on in the film, Andrew’s family’s cabin getaway is invaded by Dave Bautista’s Leonard and three other strangers who insist that Andrew and Eric must sacrifice a family member in order to stave off the apocalypse.

For Aldridge, working with Shyamalan was a dream come true as he felt like a movie star for the very first time.

Knock at the Cabin boasts a star-studded cast of actors who are bringing M. Night Shyamalan’s new movie to life. Based on the 2018 novel, The Cabin at the End of the World, by Paul G. Tremblay, Shyamalan’s latest is a psychological horror that sets itself apart from his previous films. Shyamalan co-writes the film, which is being compared to Signs.

Knock at the Cabin marks Shyamalan’s 15th feature film as a director and his latest after 2021’s Old. The mega producer and writer-director has had a hit-or-miss record when it comes to the quality of his films, but Shyamalan remains a staple within the horror genre. Knock at the Cabin is about a home invasion, and Shyamalan used 1990s camera lenses during filming to give it an “old school thriller look.” While the story and cinematography are crucial to Knock at the Cabin, Shyamalan assembled a great cast to portray the characters,...

Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler will not continue at HBO Max. Pennyworth was a Batman prequel series delving into the past of esteemed Bat Family member Alfred Pennyworth. The series ran for three seasons, starting at Epix before jumping over to HBO Max for season 3. There, the drama series created by Gotham's Bruno Heller was joined by fellow DC shows Titans and Doom Patrol, both of which were also canceled just a few days before Pennyworth's fate was announced.

The Hollywood Reporter reveals that HBO Max has decided not to move forward with Pennyworth season 4. The series starred Jack Bannon as a young Alfred Pennyworth, who would go on to meet iconic DC characters like Thomas Wayne (Ben Aldridge) and Martha Kane (Emma Paetz). Pennyworth was retitled as Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler for its third and final season, likely in a move to garner more interest in the series,...

Another DC Universe series has been taken out. Last week, it was revealed that Doom Patrol and Titans had both been cancelled by HBO Max. Now, the Pennyworth series has also been cancelled and won't be back for a fourth season.

A psychological thriller series, the Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler TV show is based on Batman and other DC Comics characters created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger. The drama stars Jack Bannon, Ben Aldridge, Emma Paetz, Paloma Faith, Ryan Fletcher, Dorothy Atkinson, Ramon Tikaram, Harriet Slater, and Simon Manyonda. The story unfolds in 1960s London and follows former British Sas soldier Alfred Pennyworth who works for American billionaire Thomas Wayne (Aldridge), the future father of Bruce "Batman" Wayne. Season three of begins after a five-year time jump: the civil war is over, and a cultural revolution...

The live-action TV series "Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler", based on the early adventures of  'Alfred Pennyworth' (Jack Bannon), a former British 'Sas' soldier who arranges security in 1960's London, has been canceled after three seasons on HBO Max:

"...'Pennyworth' is based on DC characters created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger, following the legendary butler of 'Bruce Wayne', 'Alfred Pennyworth'...

"...a former British 'Sas' soldier who forms a security company...

"...then goes to work for 'Thomas Wayne', Bruce's billionaire father, in 1960's London, UK..."

Debuting in DC's "Batman" #16 (April 1943), 'Alfred Thaddeus Crane Pennyworth' is depicted as Bruce Wayne's loyal and tireless butler, housekeeper, legal guardian, best friend, aide-de-camp, and surrogate father figure following the murders of 'Thomas' and 'Martha Wayne'. 

As a Brit ex-Special Operations Executive operative of honor and ethics with connections within the intelligence community, Alfred has been called 'Batman's Batman'.

Warning! This post contains Spoilers for Justice Society of America #2

Batman's future daughter Helena Wayne has come to the present in the latest issue of DC's Justice Society of America. Featuring past, present, and future versions of the classic team all at the same time, it will be up to the Huntress to save both versions of the Jsa, revealed to be the team's leader 30 years in the future. Witnessing the deaths of her team thanks to the villain Per Degaton, Huntress' mother Catwoman sent her to back in time to the 1940s, using a powerful temporal talisman made from the snow globe and watch that once belonged to Watchmen's Doctor Manhattan, imbued with his power.

In the new Justice Society of America #2 from Geoff Johns, Scott Kolins, Mikel Janín, and Jerry Ordway, the Huntress meets with the very first Jsa in 1940, and Kent Nelson's Doctor Fate attempts...

A day after James Gunn and Peter Safran, the co-CEOs and chairmen of the newly formed DC Studios, unveiled their streamlined plan for the DC Universe going forward, a wayward DC-based series has been cut loose.

TheWrap has confirmed that “Pennyworth,” which aired on Epix for two seasons and HBO Max for its third, has been canceled.

An HBO spokesperson provided the following statement: “While HBO Max is not moving forward with another season of ‘Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler,’ we are very thankful to creator Bruno Heller and executive producers Matthew Patnick, Danny Cannon and John Stephens, along with Warner Bros. Television, for their brilliant, unique, gripping depiction of the origin of Alfred Pennyworth, one of the most iconic characters in the Batman world. An incredible blend of action, drama and humor, for three seasons, ‘Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler’ has taken fans on a mind-bending ride...

HBO Max announced today that they have cancelled Pennyworth, the live-action drama series which followed the adventures of a younger version of Alfred Pennyworth, the man who would become Batman’s butler.

“While HBO Max is not moving forward with another season of Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler, we are very thankful to creator Bruno Heller and executive producers Matthew Patnick, Danny Cannon and John Stephens, along with Warner Bros. Television, for their brilliant, unique, gripping depiction of the origin of Alfred Pennyworth, one of the most iconic characters in the Batman world,” an HBO Max spokesperson said in a statement. “An incredible blend of action, drama and humor, for three seasons, Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler has taken fans on a mind-bending ride into Alfred’s eccentric world and the beginnings of cutting-edge super heroes and super villains.” Pennyworth isn’t the only DC series on HBO...

Alfred Pennyworth’s origin story has been cut short.

Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler has been cancelled at HBO Max, Deadline reports. The news comes nearly three months after the release of its Season 3 finale.

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The DC origin series followed Alfred (played by Jack Bannon...

With DC Studios announcing its slate of new movies and series this week, it was inevitable bad news was to follow for Pennyworth.

Deadline broke the sad news on Wednesday that the Batman prequel is over after three seasons.

HBO Max released a statement about the decision.

"While HBO Max is not moving forward with another season of Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler, we are very thankful to creator Bruno Heller and executive producers Matthew Patnick, Danny Cannon and John Stephens, along with Warner Bros. Television, for their brilliant, unique, gripping depiction of the origin of Alfred Pennyworth, one of the most iconic characters in the Batman world," a spokesperson for HBO Max said in a statement.

"An incredible blend of action, drama and humor, for three seasons, Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler has taken fans on a mind-bending ride into Alfred's eccentric world and the beginnings of...

“Pennyworth” has been canceled at HBO Max after three seasons, Variety has learned.

The third season, officially titled “Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler,” was the first season of the show to originate on HBO Max. The series originally debuted on Epix in 2019, with Season 2 airing on that channel in two chunks in 2020 and 2021. Season 3 launched on HBO Max in October 2022.

“While HBO Max is not moving forward with another season of ‘Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler,’ we are very thankful to creator Bruno Heller and executive producers Matthew Patnick, Danny Cannon and John Stephens, along with Warner Bros. Television, for their brilliant, unique, gripping depiction of the origin of Alfred Pennyworth, one of the most iconic characters in the Batman world,” an HBO Max spokesperson said in a statement. “An incredible blend of action, drama and humor, for three seasons, ‘Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler’ has taken...

Alfred Pennyworth is ending his origin story.

HBO Max has decided against a fourth season of Pennyworth, otherwise known as Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler.

The streamer picked up the show for its third season, after two seasons aired on Epix. The DC origin series premiered its 10-episode third season on the streamer in October, and it ran through end of November.

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It comes after new DC bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran unveiled their plan for the Warner Bros. Discovery comic book studio division and Pennyworth was absent.

Related: Here’s Everything DC Bosses James Gunn & Peter Safran Revealed Or...

The Joker is no stranger to brutality, but his murder of one of Batman’s rogues using a banana peel showed that nastiness and silliness aren’t mutually exclusive. He might have considered himself the devil, but Dr. Hurt proved himself just as much a clown as the Joker with his ignominious defeat.

The most important antagonist in the first two-thirds of Grant Morrison’s tenure on Batman is the criminal mastermind Doctor Hurt. Simon Hurt is the alias of Bruce Wayne’s ancestor Thomas Wayne, a devil worshiper from the 1700s. Hurt’s summoning of the Apokoliptian monster the Hyper-adaptor, in the shape of the Bat-demon Barbatos, grants him near-immortality. In the present, Hurt becomes a psychologist and uses his connections to manipulate Batman’s very mind, but critically underestimates the caped crusader’s tenacity, planning, and allies. However, Hurt’s last appearance in Morrison’s run would lead...

Warning! Contains Spoilers for Batman Urban Legends #22!Bruce Wayne was motivated to become Batman by the incredible tragedy of losing his parents, and despite the fact that he has saved the entire DC Universe countless times, Thomas and Martha Wayne would not approve of their son's choices.

In part three of the story "The Murder Club" by Joey Esposito and Vasco Georgiev from Batman: Urban Legends #22, readers finally get to see exactly what both Thomas and Martha Wayne would think of how their son spends their fortune. Through a villain's manipulation of time, adult Bruce is reunited with his parents. Unfortunately, their response to Bruce spending millions on high-tech cars and batsuits to fight crime isn't the most supportive. Martha is a bit more understanding, while still not approving of what Bruce is doing. But Thomas completely admonishes Bruce, talking about how Bruce was meant to be in the light,...

The trailer for Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham shows off just how dangerous life is in Gotham City. Based on a comic of the same name that is set in the 1920s, Bruce Wayne will need to put his skills to the test as he faces off against mystical enemies in a dark and somehow drearier version of Gotham that faces a series of otherworldly enemies drawn on by a demonic cult. Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham promises to add more horror to his world just to make things interesting.

Warner Bros. Entertainment has released the Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham trailer, which displays every horrific element about to strike the city. Check it out below:

While the Dcu has a Gotham problem, as it hasn't given Batman the opportunity to show much of his experiences within the city, Batman: The Doom That Came...

Warning: Spoilers for The Flash #791Despite the universe-shattering consequences of the Flashpoint event, the Flash Barry Allen nearly repeated the same mistake that caused Flashpoint in the first place. Barry once again wants to go back in time to stop a loved one's death, and the only thing that's stopping him is the Speed Force itself.

Speedsters being able to go back in time is far from a new concept; the Flash has been time- and dimension-traveling since the Silver Age of comic books, when Barry Allen truly was the Fastest Man Alive. But Barry took time-traveling—and its devastating consequences—to new heights in the 2011 Flashpoint event, which reset the DC Universe so drastically, it was the launching point for DC's controversial New 52 era. Flashpoint follows Barry Allen as the Flash after he manages to run back in time to save his mother from being murdered when he was a child.

Burbank, CA – Batman’s rational mind and unparalleled fighting skills are put to the ultimate test when an ancient force threatens his world and everyone he holds dear in Batman: The Doom That Came To Gotham, available to purchase Digitally and on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack and Blu-ray on March 28, 2023 from Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. The all-new, feature-length DC Animated Movie puts Batman up against Lovecraftian supernatural forces threatening the sheer existence of Gotham as he’s aided and confronted along the way by reimagined versions of his well-known allies and enemies, including Green Arrow, Ra’s al Ghul, Mr. Freeze, Killer Croc, Two-Face, James Gordon and more.

David Giuntoli reprises his Batman: Soul of the Dragon role as the voice of the Dark Knight in this all-new 1920s-based DC Elseworlds tale. Tati Gabrielle makes her DC animated debut as Kai Li Cain, Batman’s closest ally.

Over numerous appearances in film and television, Linus Roache has become somewhat of a chameleonic actor that can lose himself in a role. After memorable turns as Thomas Wayne in "Batman Begins" and the obsessive cult leader Jeremiah Sand in "Mandy," he's shown the ability to convey a calm, compassionate presence in one film and transform into a manipulative villain in another. In Alison Locke's directorial debut "The Apology," Roache has the opportunity to explore both ends of the spectrum, playing a likable character who slowly starts to reveal his true, dastardly self.

Still trying to pick up the pieces after the mysterious disappearance of her daughter 20 years ago, recovering alcoholic Darlene Hagen (Anna Gunn) is planning on making a family Christmas dinner with the help of her best friend, Gretchen (Janeane Garafalo). Late on Christmas Eve, an ominous knock at the door (never a good sign) sets off...

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The Dark Knight is headed to the 1920s in Batman: The Doom That Came To Gotham, with A Million Little Things actor David Giuntoli starring as Batman.

The actor leads a voice cast that includes Tati Gabrielle as Kai Li Cain, Christopher Gorham as Oliver Queen, John Dimaggio as James Gordon, Patrick Fabian as Harvey Dent, Brian George as Alfred and Jason Marsden as Dick Grayson and Young Bruce Wayne.

The film is inspired by the 2001 graphic novel by Mike Mignola, Richard Pace and Troy Nixey. It is part of DC’s Elseworlds line, which tells stories set outside the DC universe. Sam Liu produces and co-directs, with Christopher Berkeley also co-directing. The film has a script from Jase Ricci.

In Doom That Came to Gotham, explorer Bruce Wayne accidentally unleashes an ancient evil, and returns to Gotham after being away for two decades.

Warning! Spoilers for Detective Comics #1066Batman has had dozens of enemies in his time-fighting crime, but none of those enemies have had such a direct link to Batman's trauma as Two-Face. DC Comics recently revealed that both the hero and villain had a life-changing event in the exact same alleyway.

Of all the supervillains Batman has encountered in his time protecting Gotham City, very few have any direct connection to Batman's history. Typically, the villains show up because of Batman, such as when Bane assaulted Gotham entirely because Batman was protecting it, or the very well-known relationship between Batman and Joker. Other villains, such as Scarecrow, Penguin, or Mr. Freeze came about due to circumstances entirely unrelated to Batman's existence. But DC has recently been revealing new details about Two-Face, from Two-Face's horrifying redesign to the fact Two-Face was actually born in the same alleyway Batman was.

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The Dark Knight has a new blossoming universe in the live-action space with Matt Reeves' The Batman universe (and the spinoffs it will include). While the latest movie showed a hero still learning the ropes, the comics have also demonstrated that he isn't perfect.

Batman is an extremely capable crime fighter, but his imperfections -- like his paranoia -- have proven to be his downfall as well as for those around him. The demise of Jason Todd is perhaps Bruce Wayne's most iconic mistake, but there are several others spanning his early and veteran years on the streets of Gotham.

Returning To Gotham Under Thomas Wayne & Bane's Rule

The City of Bane arc saw Batman suffer one of the cruelest inadvertent missteps in his life. Bane manages to get Gotham City under his thumb, with Thomas Wayne (Flashpoint Batman) teaming up with him in an attempt to force his son...

Warning! Contains Spoilers for Nightwing Annual (2022) #1Nightwing is the first and arguably the best apprentice that Batman has had, and the Dark Knight's influence on his ward is so strong that Nightwing's newest villain shares many similarities with his mentor's enemy, Hush. But Bruce Wayne isn't the only person who made Dick Grayson the man he is today, a lot of that credit goes to Alfred Pennyworth. In a terrifying twist, Nightwing's new villain mirrors that relationship with his own butler.

Nightwing is one of the greatest and brightest heroes to exist and has friends reaching across almost the entire DC Universe. Batman, Superman, and the Titans, not to mention the Justice League or the Outsiders, have all considered Nightwing a friend and teammate at one point or another. Superman even considers Nightwing his favorite Robin. There's no doubt that the man Dick Grayson grew into is a hero in every sense,...

The new Gotham Knights video game gives a deep dive into the minds and worlds of Batman's family members: Nightwing, Red Hood, Batgirl, and Robin. These are far from the only members of the Bat-Family in the comics though, as there are numerous who make it an extended family.

The game also hints at what could be considered close friends of the Bat-Family via in-game emails from characters of the DC universe. In the comics, there are many DC heroes who may not always work with Batman's team or even operate in Gotham City, but they will always be on the side of the Bat-Family when needed.

Huntress Helena Bertinelli

In many cases where Gotham is on the verge of total destruction, Helena Bertinelli Aka Huntress has joined the Bat-Family in protecting the city. However, she never remains part of the team because of how different she is from Bruce...

Warning: Spoilers for Flashpoint Beyond #6All comic fans know that Batman's Batcave is filled with bizarre trophies, but Flashpoint Batman has the most bizarre and intense of all.

The Flashpoint Universe has returned and Flashpoint Batman, Thomas Wayne, is looking for a way to undo it. So far, someone's been killing anyone that Batman has tried to use to undo the reality. Harvey Dent was killed in an explosion and his wife was institutionalized for being insane, becoming this reality's Two-Face in the process. Wearing a Robin outfit, their son broke into Arkham to try and free his mother, but this was when it was revealed that Thomas's wife, Martha, is responsible for the killing.

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In Flashpoint Beyond #6 by Geoff Johns, Tim Sheridan, Jeremy Adams, Xermanico, Mikel Janin, and Gary Frank, Batman and his wife, who is also this universe's version of the Joker,...

The Batman heavily teased that a future sequel would feature Hush as its main villain, but there's no way that The Batman 2 can pay it off. Although not much is known about the highly anticipated sequel, its fairly blatant Hush teases have generated a lot of excitement among audiences for the next installment. While the prospect of having Hush appear in a live-action Batman film is exciting, there is one big reason that it shouldn't happen in The Batman 2.

The Riddler is the main villain in The Batman, a character who wears a crudely put-together mask as he attempts to terrorize Gotham due to a personal vendetta against the Wayne family. Hush wouldn't work in The Batman 2, as the villain is a character who wears a crudely put-together mask as he attempts to terrorize Gotham due to a personal vendetta against the Wayne family. Having similar backstories is one thing,...

The Batman presents the latest cinematic Dark Knight, and he's the only one that will be appearing on screen in the next few years. More likely follow as the Dceu explores the multiverse. The most powerful Batman variants in DC Comics could appear in live-action, including some that are arguably the most powerful beings in the multiverse.

Endless Batman variants exist both in mainline DC Comics continuity and in Elseworlds tales from alternate realities. Some take on attributes from other DC characters like Green Lantern, while others are dark versions of Batman taken to extremes. Several appear in other media already and could very well appear again in future movies and streaming series.

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The HBO Max animated series Harley Quinn completed its third season with perhaps the most dramatic Batman variant yet. The show proves that different takes on Batman are the rule rather than...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Cabinet of Curiosities episode 3Guillermo Del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities episode 3, "The Autopsy", features a talented cast and some fascinating characters. The new Netflix series, created and executive produced by Del Toro, is an 8-part horror anthology series featuring contributions from a diverse group of writers and directors. This episode, directed by David Prior and based on a short story by Michael Shea, follows Guillermo Navarro's "Lot 36" and Vincenzo Natali's "Graveyard Rats" in the series of horror vignettes.

"The Autopsy" tells the story of Dr. Carl Winters, a forensic pathologist who is sent to investigate the deaths of 10 men who were killed in a mysterious mining explosion. Nate Craven, the local sheriff and a long-term friend of Winters, recounts the strange events that led up to the explosion including a series of missing-persons cases and the hunt for an allusive suspect named Joe Allen.

Warning! This post contains Spoilers for Flashpoint Beyond #6Dc Comics has revealed the final fate of the Flashpoint reality, the darker alternate timeline created by Barry Allen's Flash when he tried to go back in time and save his mother. While Barry was able to somewhat restore the timeline (aside from notable changes made by Watchmen's Doctor Manhattan resulting in the New 52), the Flashpoint Universe remained with its residents such as Thomas Wayne's Batman existing as living paradoxes. However, the primary DC Universe's Batman has taken a major risk to save these alternate versions of his parents as seen in the final issue of Flashpoint Beyond.

Previously, Batman's father Thomas Wayne found himself back in the Flashpoint Universe, the same timeline where Bruce dies and Thomas lived alongside his wife Martha who became the Joker in her grief. Assuming that his son's reality has somehow disappeared once more,...

Ordinarily, live-action superhero movies tend to receive all the press coverage and that has mostly been the case in 2022. However, the DC League Of Super-Pets managed to break the norm thanks to a star-studded cast and a magnificent storyline. As such, the movie went on to gross 193.7 million globally (via Box Office Mojo). Genre fans will thus be hoping that the animated movies continue to make headlines like the recent Warner Bros. offering.

So, what are some other amazing superhero animated movies like DC League Of Super-Pets? In general, DC tends to fair much better in the animated department than Marvel, but that doesn’t mean Spider-Man and company are left far behind. Redditors have named what they believe are the greatest-ever movies in this category.

Batman: Under The Red Hood (2010) Stream On HBO Max

A masked vigilante named Red Hood takes over Gotham by storm, and Batman soon discovers...