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"Batman: The Animated Series" is one of the most celebrated animated shows of all time, certainly when it comes to cartoons based on superheroes. Bruce Timm's show redefined Batman to a new generation, with an exquisite Art Deco style, and one of the best voice cast ever. After the end of the hugely successful show, there were many different directions Warner Bros. Animation could have gone with the Caped Crusader. Several ideas were explored, including a teenage Batman cartoon. Before moving forward with what would ultimately become "Batman Beyond," Timm's futuristic take on the character, there was another show in contention, one based on a big comics crossover from the '90s — "No Man's Land."

"No Man's Land" was a big crossover across the many Batman titles of 1999. The story took place after a massive earthquake struck Gotham City, leading to the government evacuating most of the city,...

Saturday morning cartoons are a staple of television that has been lost as streaming sites become more and more popular. However, the tradition of airing cartoons on Saturday and Sunday mornings lasted from the '60s to most of the '90s. Even though most children don't watch open television anymore, this tradition still continues on some networks, and sites like YouTube often offer dedicated channels solely for beloved cartoons of yesteryear.

Since a lot of people grew up watching Saturday morning cartoons, it makes sense that some of the most beloved animated series come from this programming. From oldies like Tom & Jerry to epic superhero shows like X-Men: The Animated Series, these cartoons will forever live in fans' hearts. They make great nostalgic viewing, and while adult eyes may look at them differently than younger ones did, they still hold plenty of joys to be revisited.

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Bruce Timm is owed a lot of gratitude when it comes to his work at DC. Especially when it comes to Batman, Timm has often managed to outdo himself, especially when it came to shows like Caped Crusader and Batman: The Animated Series. It would feel like a dream come true if the creator were given control of a live-action Batman film.

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In an interview with Den of Geek, the writer was able to talk about what his Batman live-action film would be like if he was given the chance, and what his opinion about those films is, given the rich history that they have.

Bruce Timm is sure he is not going to make a Batman film on par with Christopher Nolan Christian Bale as Batman in The Dark Knight Trilogy by Christopher Nolan | DC Studios

There have been a slew of great Batman films in the past.

Superheroes thrive in animation. The medium is uniquely positioned to capture the visual possibilities and sheer imagination of comic books without having to compromise anything. It's the reason the highest-rated superhero show of all time on IMDb is a cartoon. As we have seen time and time again, from the masterpiece that is "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" to the gripping drama of "X-Men '97," animation can serve these stories in a way that live-action can't.

Still, that doesn't mean every effort is a home run. For every "Batman: The Animated Series," there's a "Batman Unlimited." While the '90s saw plenty of masterful cartoons based on superheroes, even Marvel ones with "X-Men: The Animated Series" and "Spider-Man," there was still something missing — The Avengers. So, in the late '90s, Fox Kids decided to fix this grave mistake and create an Avengers cartoon. Before the show could get greenlit, however,...

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There are plenty of Batman cartoons out there, from the superlative "Batman: The Animated Series" to the underrated 2004 series "The Batman" to the new and fresh "Batman: Caped Crusader." But there's another cartoon even the most ardent Bat-fans may not have heard of — because it was never actually made.

"Gotham High" would've shown Bruce Wayne's teenage years as he attends high school alongside Batman's future villains, who all already resemble their costumed selves. Pitched in 2009 or so, the series never made it past the concept stage. Warner Bros. had previously floated a teen Batman cartoon in the late '90s to cash in on "Buffy The Vampire Slayer." That resulted in "Batman Beyond," a cyber-noir imagining a future where an aged Bruce Wayne trains teenager Terry McGinnis to be a new Dark Knight.

"Gotham High" would've been a more literal...

The 97th Academy Awards took place on the second of March at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The ceremony celebrated some of the finest work in cinema last year – whether it was Anora‘s five wins or Adrien Brody winning Best Actor, the Oscars honored a diverse range of talent and storytelling. While fans were happy to see their favorites lift the golden trophy, others felt like many deserving candidates were snubbed this year. Either way, the Oscars 2025 was a night of celebration and utter excellence.

A still from Anora (2024) | Credits: Neon

Amidst the glitz and glamour of Tinseltown, though, came the most emotional moment of the show, the “In Memoriam” segment, which left us feeling the loss of artists who recently bid farewell to the world. However, the Internet is upset with the Academy for leaving out some significant personalities from the segment. Here are four.

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Warner Bros. Games is unfortunately in a pretty complicated spot. Recently, it was revealed they canceled a Flash video game and indefinitely delayed Monolith's Wonder Woman after a big creative reboot. Besides, support for Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League recently ended as the title failed to meet expectations.

So how does Warner's video game division come out of such a grim spot? Well, by turning on the Bat-Signal and waiting for salvation, of course. That's right: It appears DC is gearing up for a big comeback at the hands of their most beloved character.

Rocksteady reportedly working on a Batman Beyond video game

According to industry insider Lunatic Ignus, Rocksteady Studios is working on a Batman Beyond game. This falls in line with a different report that claimed the developer would go back to basics and develop a single-player game starring the hero that put them on...

Hollywood’s recent success with Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece has again sparked debate over the potential to adapt other legendary anime on the big screen. While some franchises may translate well, there remains one film that is simply untouchable: Akira (1988).

A scene from the One Piece live-action movie. | Credit: Netflix

Under Katsuhiro Otomo’s direction, Akira is not simply an animated movie rather it is an artistic and cinematic marvel that has remained unmatched for its visual storytelling, depth, and cultural relevance. With such an incredible legacy, one may ask: can it ever successfully be translated into a live-action film? For many fans, the answer is an absolute ‘no’. And here’s why.

Akira: A timeless masterpiece that redefined animation

A behind-the-scenes look at the making of Akira reveals an insane level of devotion, with each and every animation cell carefully hand-drawn. Several fans continue to be awed over how,...

The first video games based on James Gunn's and Peter Safran's DC Universe are still years away from being revealed, but the co-chairmen and co-CEOs of DC Studios have revealed they are actively working with the various WB Games teams.

Speaking at a DC Studios presentation, the duo explained that they are working closely with the WB Games division, assisting studios like Mortal Kombat creator NetherRealm and Batman: Arkham developer Rocksteady on character design and story.

“We work incredibly closely with Jb Perrette [CEO and President, Global Streaming and Games], who runs that division, and it's really the first time it's ever been this way at Warner Brothers,” Safran explained. “James and I sit with literally the guys that run the studios underneath Jb, whether it's NetherRealm or whether it's Rocksteady, sit with them and talk about characters and stories that we're interested in and that they're interested in.”

Gunn added that they are seeing...

In the last 30 years, there have been a ton of incredible Batman stories for DC fans to salivate over. However, none are as beloved as Batman: The Animated Series. The 1992 series was made famous by its mature storylines, comic-accurate art style, and incredible voice cast. The latter of which included Kevin Conroy's Dark Knight and Mark Hamill’s Joker. Since the Dcau ended, a shared universe featuring shows like Batman Beyond and Justice League, Btas has been immortalized with new comic books, action figures, and Funko Pops. Now Funko has returned with their latest Pop collection based on the iconic Animated Series.

Rocksteady’s Batman Arkham series is one of the best gaming franchises in the world. The first Arkham game, Batman: Arkham Asylum, exploded with popularity when it was first released in 2009, and Rocksteady’s last installment to the series, Batman: Arkham Knight, was the fastest-selling game of 2015. The game sold over 5 million units by October of that year.

Rocksteady is reportedly working on a Batman sequel | Image Credits: Rocksteady Games

Nothing will top the feeling of soaring through the Gotham skies and drop-kicking thugs in that last game, but, the new rumored sequel of the franchise might just take the throne of being the best Batman game in the series. Yes, you heard it right, according to Bloomberg’s report, a new single-player Batman game is in the works.

Rocksteady’s rumored game might take inspiration from 1999 The game could potentially feature Terry McGinnis | Image Credits: Rocksteady Games

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Rocksteady Studios, developers of the critically acclaimed Batman: Arkham series and commercial flop Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, are reportedly working on a new game inspired by the Batman Beyond animated series.

The rumor comes by way of social media user Lunatic Ignus, a somewhat reliable gaming insider who claims that the animated series will serve as a foundation for the video game trilogy. Although the game will not be based on the show's animation style, storylines from it could be expanded upon.

Ignus also claims that the game is being developed exclusively for PlayStation, which would mark a major shift in Rocksteady's approach as a multiplatform studio. To date, all of Rocksteady's games — from 2009's Batman: Arkham Asylum to 2024's Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League — have been released on at least Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. The only exception was 2016's Batman: Arkham VR, which was released...

Quick LinksRyan Potter's Terry McGinnis Has to Fight the Royal Flush GangBatman Beyond: Year One's Ending, ExplainedHow Batman Beyond: Year One Sets Up a Sequel

The following contains spoilers for Lumis Entertainment's Batman Beyond: Year One fan-film, now streaming on YouTube.

For some time, fans kept asking for a Batman Beyond film. They loved the cartoon from the 1990s so much, the Justice League Unlimited cartoon and DC Comics began incorporating, Bruce Wayne's future protégé, Terry McGinnis, in more mainstream stories. He took over the Bat-mantle in Neo-Gotham after Bruce grew old and sick. Under Bruce's guidance, Terry learned how to wield the high-tech Batsuit and fight crime with Bruce in his ear.

It had the energy ofthe Blade Runner movie, creating a more explosive Gotham City. Viewers loved the futuristic aesthetic as it really revamped the dour, grimy Gotham City they were accustomed to. While Warner Bros....

Quick Links 25 Years Ago, Lobo Was Brought to Life A Sad Ending for DC's Lobo, Most Wanted Antihero

The pale-skinned, leather-jacket-wearing, motorcycle-riding bounty hunter from space is finally having his day in the Dcu. After years of wanting to play the part, actor Jason Momoa will be playing Lobo in the upcoming Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow movie. DC fans are excited and have reason to be — aside from a supporting role in the second season of SyFy’s Krypton (2019), there has been no depiction of the character in a live-action space.

On the other hand, he’s come alive in various animated projects throughout the years, like the 90’s Superman cartoon, the Batman Beyond series, Justice League, and numerous straight-to-release Dcau titles. Not to mention... the DC Lego movies. Would you believe me if I told you that there was a Lobo show? One of which Warner Brothers is still not proud of?...

James Gunn has delivered a brilliant animated beginning to the Dcu with Creature Commandos. The show, as is the case with some of Gunn’s other projects, took some very obscure characters from the DC canon and thrust them into the limelight with a brilliant story and an engaging soundtrack.

X-Men ’97 || Credits: Marvel Animation

James Gunn revealed that the success of X-Men ’97, according to him, was because it did not chase after trends, and instead delivered something unique, which is also something that the Dcu would like to do. However, this was the director’s justification for not reviving any of the old, non-dcu, non-dceu animated shows, such as Justice League Unlimited or Batman Beyond.

Batman Beyond would fit right into the Dcu, should James Gunn be open to it Batman Beyond || Credit: WB

James Gunn made it clear that while he is interested in the animated side of the Dcu,...

Welcome to the 176th edition of Adventure(s) Time, where we examine beloved animated series and their comic cousins. This week, the protean menace of the animated Scarecrow, and the obscure comic that might've inspired two of his schemes. If you have any suggestions for the future, let me hear them. Just contact me on Twitter.

A classic Batman foe that dates all the way back to September 1941's World's Finest Comics #3, Scarecrow can count none other than Bat-dads Bill Finger and Bob Kane as his creators. Inspired by The Legend of Sleepy Hollow's Ichabod Crane, the lanky villain appeared only twice in the Golden Age before being resurrected by Gardner Fox and Sheldon Moldoff in February 1967's Batman #189. Scarecrow never made an appearance on the live-action Adam West series, oddly enough, even though he was reintroduced at the height of '60s "Bat-mania." But he did later show...

Quick Links Who Was Will Friedle in Trojan War? Trojan War Gave Friedle's Brad a High-Octane Night

One of the hottest debates will always rage over who's the best Batman. Live-action fans are torn between Michael Keaton and Christian Bale. Of course, Zack Snyder fans love Ben Affleck's Dark Knight. On the cartoon front, Kevin Conroy stands atop the list. But Will Friedle is another iconic name associated with the genre due to his role, not as Bruce Wayne, but as Terry McGinnis from Batman Beyond.

Many loved how Friedle went dark and bleak, switching things up from his other most famous role: Eric Matthews on Boy Meets World. Interestingly, Friedle had a hilarious role in a 1997 teenage rom-com, Trojan War, that didn't go quite as dark as Terry, but just far enough to subvert what he was as Eric: a clumsy charmer. In the process, Friedle showed he...

Warning: Spoilers for Batgirl #3!Few members of the Bat-Family are as similar to Batman as Batgirl. There's a reason why Bruce Wayne adopted Cassandra Cain, and it's not just because he knows she's the one Bat-Family hero who'd destroy him in a fight. It's because out of everyone in the family, Bruce and Cass are the most alike.

Cassandra Cain even shares Batman's controversial identity theory, as illustrated in Batgirl #3 by Tate Brombal, Takeshi Miyazawa, Mike Spicer, and Tom Napolitano. Cass is having a heated conversation with a reluctant ally, her mother Lady Shiva, when they are interrupted by the adoration of the Order of Shiva. To address Shiva's followers, Cass puts her mask back on, with the inner monologue reading, "identity."

Though small and subtle, this moment implies that Cass sees her Batgirl identity as her real identity, not just a secret identity, not dissimilar to theories revolving around...

The Batman franchise has seen its fair share of adaptations over the years. The Dark Knight has appeared on-screen in movies, TV shows, and numerous animated depictions. Every depiction captured a wide range of genres. There was the action hero Ben Affleck from Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016), the mystery lead Robert Pattinson from The Batman (2022), and the comedian Will Arnett from The Lego Batman (2017). All of those clashing portrayals came within six years of each other, and each revealed a different side of Gotham's determined protector.

The Batman movies and shows did not begin with the DC Extended Universe, of course. The character was first adapted from the comics in a radio drama in 1945, but he has since debuted in a variety of other mediums. In animation, he has been portrayed by Olan Soule (The Adventures of Batman), Kevin Conroy (Batman Beyond), Diedrich Bader (Batman: The Brave and the Bold...

Marvel and DC Comics have both cultivated fandom with a shared universe between series. This web of continuity entangles young minds, who come to see the comics not merely as pulp adventures, but gateways to a whole other world whose history they could study and master. Then, superheroes took over 21st century Hollywood by importing this same storytelling model. But the first major superhero cinematic universe debuted on the small screen, not the silver one. Yes, before the Marvel Cinematic Universe, there was the DC Animated Universe (Dcau). A series of interconnected cartoons with overlapping cast and crew, the Dcau ran for 14 years from 1992 to 2006.

That long run would've been impossible without the people who made these cartoons. The first Dcau cartoon, "Batman: The Animated Series," was co-created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski. Timm's distinctive art style (like Jack Kirby meets pin-up girl posters) became the Dcau standard.

Warning! This post contains Spoilers for Creature Commandos episode 6Creature Commandos episode 6 features an exciting collection of DC Easter eggs and references. Revealing the backstory of Task Force M's Doctor Phosphorus (Alan Tudyk), this new episode takes a fascinating look into the past of Alexander Sartorius, while also setting up the season finale of the new animated Dcu show. To that end, there are also some very cool cameos from some very familiar DC faces.

Each previous episode of Creature Commandos has featured the backstory of a particular member of Task Force M. For example, Creature Commandos episode 5 featured Eric Frankenstein (David Harbour) and his history after he killed his creator, but before he began stalking The Bride (India Varma) across the centuries. Now, it's Doctor Phosphorus' turn to have his origins revealed, connecting him to some major DC locations and characters. To that end, here are the biggest Dcu...

Michael Keaton returns as Bruce Wayne in an exciting fan trailer that shows what his cancelled Batman Beyond movie could have been like. Ben Affleck played Batman in the Dceu. However, both Keaton and George Clooney reprised their versions of the Dark Knight in 2023's The Flash. According to Kevin Smith, a Keaton Batman Beyond movie would have been made if The Flash was successful. Since the film bombed at the box office, becoming one of the lowest-grossing entries among all Dceu movies, Keaton's Batman Beyond movie was never made.

Dr FlashPoint shared a concept trailer that imagines Michael Keaton's cancelled Batman Beyond movie.

The trailer features many of the characters present in the iconic animated franchise, such as the villains Shriek, the Royal Flush Gang, and even the Joker. The fan trailer uses 13 Reasons Why actor Brandon Flynn as Terry McGinnis, the title Dark Knight of the Batman Beyond franchise.

Olivia Hussey, the legendary actress best known for her role as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has passed away at the age of 73. While her portrayal of Juliet cemented her as a cinematic icon, Hussey also left an indelible mark on the nerd and pop culture worlds through her voice acting roles and contributions to beloved franchises like Star Wars and DC Comics’ animated universe.

From Juliet to Jedi: Olivia Hussey’s Journey into Pop Culture

Born Olivia Osuna on April 17, 1951, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Hussey’s acting career began in England, where she moved as a child. She shot to international stardom as a teenager, playing Juliet in the definitive cinematic adaptation of Romeo and Juliet. That performance earned her a Golden Globe Award and a place in film history.

But Hussey’s contributions to storytelling didn’t stop with Shakespeare. She transitioned into the world of voice acting,...

Olivia Hussey, the world renowned actress of stage, screen, and even video games, widely recognized for her portrayal of Juliet in the 1968 adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet,” passed away peacefully at her home in Burbank, California on Friday, December 27 at the age of 73. News of her death was announced on the actress’ official social media channels.

Born Olivia Osuna in Buenos Aires, Argentina on April 17, 1951, she was the daughter of Argentine tango singer Andrés Osuna, known by his stage name as Osvaldo Ribó. However, at the age of seven, she separated from her father and moved to London with her mother and younger brother, where she was accepted at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts and began her career in performance. By 13, Hussey was already acting professionally on stage using her mother’s maiden name.

At 15, her career was accelerated upon Italian filmmaker Franco Zeffirelli seeing her in a...

The year ended on a bummer for DC fans with the revelation that The Batman Part II has been delayed to 2027. We shared the news and suggested that by the time the sequel happens , it might need to be retitled Batman Beyond because Robert Pattinson could be closer to using a walker than […]

Why Warner Bros. and DC Might Shockingly Greenlight Tim Burton and Michael Keaton’s Batman Beyond Written by Sergio Pereira for Fortress of Solitude...

Best known to horror fans for playing iconic proto-final girl Jess Bradford in the late Bob Clark’s slasher classic Black Christmas, Olivia Hussey has passed away at the age of 73.

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27th,” a statement posted on the actress’ official Instagram page reads this weekend. “Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.”

The statement continues, “Born on April 17th, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to the arts, spirituality, and kindness towards animals.

Olivia leaves behind a loving family— her children, Alex, Max, and India, her husband of 35 years David Glen Eisley, and grandson, Greyson, and a legacy of love that will forever be cherished in our hearts.

Olivia Hussey, who left an indelible mark on cinema and television through diverse works ranging from Romeo and Juliet to Black Christmas to Jesus of Nazareth has passed away. She was 73.

Olivia Hussey garnered widespread acclaim and a Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer for portraying the titular Capulet in what is considered one of the best Shakespeare adaptations, 1968’s Romeo and Juliet. But she soon found a home in genre and horror movies, landing the lead role in Bob Clark’s slasher classic Black Christmas. It was here that Hussey played Jess Bradford, who would actually be one of the earliest examples of the “final girl”, paving the way for the likes of Halloween’s Laurie Strode, A Nightmare on Elm Street’s Nancy Thompson, Scream’s Sidney Prescott, and countless others.

A post on Hussey’s official Instagram account reads, in part: “It is with profound sadness that...

Olivia Hussey has died at the age of 73. The actress was best-known for portraying one of the two ill-fated protagonists in director Franco Zeffirelli's legendary 1968 version of Romeo and Juliet, for which she won the Golden Globe (Most Promising Newcomer) thanks to her mesmerizing performance as Juliet Capulet. Hussey also lent her lovely voice to Superman: The Animated Series, and she's widely beloved by die-hard fans of the horror genre for her work on Black Christmas (more on these appearances later).

Hussey was only 17 years old when Romeo & Juliet began its theatrical run, and controversy courted the young thespian because she appeared topless on-screen during the movie's infamous love scene with Romeo Montague (Leonard Whiting). The news of Hussey’s death was announced on Instagram and reads as follows:

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home...

Olivia Hussey, known in part for playing one of the two leads in the 1968 feature film adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has passed away. She was 73 years old.

The San Francisco Chronicle reported that Hussey died due to cancer. Filmmaker Marc Huestis confirmed her passing, telling the outlet, “I just heard some sad, sad news. I adored her. She had so much love, and was the most beautiful Juliet ever. On screen and in real life she exuded love and life.”

Born in Argentina in 1951, Hussey was still a child when she began her acting career. After she was noticed for her stage work in London, she wound up getting cast as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's Romeo and Juliet. For her role in the film, which also starred Leonard Whiting, Hussey drew heavy acclaim, even garnering a Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year. This success led to other big roles,...

We all needed an alternative to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sorry, Feige, but it just hasn’t felt the same since Avengers: Endgame. I know we needed to start from the bottom in order to build credible characters once more, but you won’t be achieving the same levels of fan hype from a 10-year build out of three (let’s be real — nothing in the last six years that has been theatrically released blows fans’ minds). Hopefully, Doomsday and/or Secret Wars will change that, but for now, James Gunn’s Dcu is looking real nice.

An entirely different slew of characters that desperately need a second chance on the big screen combined with the mind that brought us the Guardians of the Galaxy movies. Let’s be real. Before Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, or Rocket were on the big screen, nobody knew or cared who those characters were. Gunn...

2024's Batman Beyond fan movie has provided a perfect Dcu casting I didn't know I needed. Inspired by the classic animated Batman Beyond series that ran for three seasons between 1999-2001, Lumis Entertainment has created a short film imagining what a live-action movie could look like starring DC's Terry McGinnis as The Dark Knight of the future in Neo Gotham However, the actor chosen to play Terry couldn't be better and deserves to be Batman Beyond one day in an official project from DC Studios and Warner Bros.

Lumis Entertainment's Batman Beyond: Year One is written and directed by Michael Yu. In the short film, Terry McGinnis balances meeting someone new with his secret life as Batman protecting New Gotham and receiving guidance from his mentor Bruce Wayne. To that end, this younger Batman of the future is played by Ryan Potter, whom I now absolutely want to see...

DC Studios may not be known for its festive tone, but the company is certainly saying season's greetings with the recent release of Creature Commandos. The latest team-up story to be penned by James Gunn and the first installment in the newly-minted Dcu, Max's newest superhero show is filled with Easter eggs and new revelations about Gunn and Peter Safran' rebooted continuity. Not only that, but Creature Commandos is just as much fun as fans would expect, quickly introducing a team of obscure villains who waste no time committing a plethora of entertaining crimes. Moreover, the appearance of one villain in particular, Dr. Phosphorus (Alan Tudyk), should be especially cathartic for longtime Gothamites, as the character's inclusion in the series offers a subtle nod to another classic DC series, Batman Beyond.

2024 has proved it's high time for DC to adapt Batman Beyond into a live-action movie, and the stage is in many ways perfectly set for this to come to fruition. The original Batman Beyond series ran from 1999-2001, with the animated Batman show exploring the future of Gotham after Bruce Wayne is forced to retire from his superhero role, and the mantle is instead handed down to Terry McGinnis. While the character has returned since then, the potential of his appearance in live-action hasn't been formally capitalized on, despite prior efforts to do so.

However, recent history has provided some of the most solid examples of why Batman Beyond mor than deserves its time in the live-action big-screen spotlight. The first of these came with Terry's second proper animated movie appearance after Batman Beyond: Return Of The Joker, as the Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths movie trilogy saw the character reappear,...

The story of Terry McGinnis in the far, dystopian future of 2040’s Neo Gotham City is by far one of the best animated renditions of the Dark Knight we’ve ever received. I still remember watching Batman Beyond‘s edgy intro for the first time when the series came out and immediately realizing that this would be […]

The Batman Beyond Movie We Never Knew We Had Written by Tito Pernalete for Fortress of Solitude...

Actor Timothée Chalamet is probably best known for his recent roles in Denis Villenueve’s Dune movie franchise, and as Willy Wonka in 2023’s Wonka, but 10 years ago he played the son of Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey in Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar. Chalamet was a guest picker on ESPN’s College GameDay show during which he predicted a win for McConaughey’s favorite team, the Texas Longhorns.

After the show, Chalamet posted on his Instagram a photo of himself and McConaughey with the caption: “My movie dad Cooper” with a teary-eyed emoji. Although the Longhorns ended up losing to the Georgia Bulldogs in the game, Chalamet’s Instagram followers were more interested in the reunion between the two actors who worked together in 2014 than in the game itself. More than 3,200 people commented on his post, which also has more than 740,000 likes. The official Interstellar movie Instagram account commented on Chalamet’s post saying,...

2024 brought us back to Gotham City as drawn by Bruce Timm with "Batman: Caped Crusader." Timm was co-creator of the much-beloved "Batman: The Animated Series" back in the 1990s. "Caped Crusader" has the same art style and banks on nostalgia for "The Animated Series," but it's not a sequel, a prequel, or otherwise connected to that show at all.

"Batman: The Animated Series" modeled its Gotham City on the 1930s, from the cars, clothes, and architecture, but it was officially set in the present day despite the timeless feel. "Batman: Caped Crusader" goes one step further and is literally, not just spiritually, set in the 1940s. The overlapping characters also have different designs; Batman's costume looks more like the "Golden Age of Comics" suit and less like "Bronze Age" one as he did in "Batman: The Animated Series." This Caped Crusader has a new voice too (Hamish Linklater taking over...

Ever since I was a kid, I adored the Batman Beyond animated series, and growing up, it's always been a mystery why the character has never been adapted with their incredible suit into live-action before the Dcu. There is nothing that quite compares to the joy of watching Saturday morning cartoons as a kid in the 1990s, and Batman Beyond came right at the tail end of that decade, offering yet another incredible superhero story for kids to enjoy.

However, the hero in Batman Beyond was no ordinary Batman. While Batman had existed for decades, and the hero was well known and loved by many, Batman Beyond was a brand-new hero created just before the turn of the millennium when everyone was looking to the future, as a way to explore what a futuristic Batman could be like. And the result was something that lit my kid brain on fire...

In 2001, Stan Lee left Marvel and founded his own company, Pow! Entertainment, with co-founders Gill Champion and Arthur Lieberman. One of his first projects was Stripperella, an animated series picked up by Paramount’s Tnn, which later became Spike TV.

The show, featuring Pamela Anderson as the voice of the main character, was intended to be a comedic satire rather than just adult content. Although Lee came up with the initial concept and character designs, a different team worked on the rest of the show.

Despite its bold title, Lee wanted the series to be a fun, lighthearted cartoon, not explicit. The show also planned to use motion capture technology to accurately depict Anderson’s character.

Stripperella tells the story of Erotica Jones, aka Stripperella, a dancer known for her stunning looks and revealing outfits. She’s often envied by her coworkers for her bust size and has a brother,...

Back in In 2001, Stan Lee left Marvel to start his own company, Pow! Entertainment, with co-founders Gill Champion and Arthur Lieberman. One of the first projects Lee worked on was ‘Stripperella,’ an animated series that was picked up by Paramount’s Tnn, which later became Spike TV.

The show, featuring a character voiced by Pamela Anderson, was meant to be a comedic satire rather than just adult entertainment. Although Lee provided the initial concept and character designs, the rest of the show was developed by a different team. Despite its provocative title, Lee envisioned the series as a lighthearted comedy.

Stan Lee pitched ‘Stripperella’ and provided character outlines, but left the rest of the show’s development to other writers. He described it as a prime-time cartoon that would be funny, but not explicit. The series also planned to use motion capture technology to accurately depict Pamela Anderson’s character.

Batman Beyond's futuristic version of Gotham has been imagined in live-action thanks to a fantastic fan film, over two decades after the animated show's conclusion. Batman Beyond was a highly acclaimed installment in the timeline of DC's Animated Universe and ushered in a now-fan-favorite variation of Gotham's Dark Knight. Set way into the future, Batman Beyond's rewatchable episodes depicted a new hero donning the mantle of Batman, Terry McGinnis. With several new upcoming Batman movies and shows in development, many have been holding out hope for Batman Beyond to be adapted into live-action.

As it turns out, a fan film by Lumis Entertainment has beaten DC Studios to the punch, providing an excellent look at Batman Beyond through the live-action lens. The fan film features Titans' Ryan Potter as Terry McGinnis in a story titled Batman Beyond: Year One, as the young hero balances budding relationships with his...

Michael Keatons Batman has had his universe explored further in DC Comics, and stunning cover art now showcases his own Bat-Family, taking the character even further beyond the movies, with allies including Nightwing and Batgirl. The Batman: 89s comic spinoff Echoes is set to reach the end of its six-issue run with the heroes assembled, as Drake Winston and Barbara Gordon will officially suit up to fight alongside Batman.

Batman 89: Echoes #6 written by Sam Hamm with art by Joe Quinones unites the Keatonverses Batman family, as the issue's cover art, by Quinones and Paolo Rivera, makes a brilliant poster for a Batman Returns follow-up that officially gives Keatons Batman his own versions of Nightwing and Batgirl.

The Bat Trinity spread their wings in unison and become the perfect team against 90s-inspired versions of Gothams iconic villains. The art provides a gorgeous glimpse at a Keatonverse sequel that never materialized,...

The Dcau continuity was home to some of the best comic book stories ever told in shows like Batman: The Animated Series and Justice League. However, this beloved universe wasn't just about honoring DC Comics characters who already existed. The Dcau created a handful of heroes and villains who have since become comic staples in the last three decades. One of the biggest examples of this is Batman Beyond. High school student Terry McGinnis took on the role of a futuristic Dark Knight in his own self-titled series in 1999. Now, to celebrate the series' 25th anniversary, Mondo has debuted their new Batman Beyond figure.

Teri Garr, a pioneering female comedian and versatile actress known for her roles in classics such as Young Frankenstein and Tootsie, has died at the age of 79. Garr had been publicly fighting multiple sclerosis (Ms) for more than 20 years. She earned an Oscar nomination for best supporting actress for her role in Tootsie in 1982.

Garr began her career as an Elvis Presley back-up dancer in the 1960s before transitioning to acting. Her big break came in 1974 with Mel Brooks’ comedy Young Frankenstein, where she famously delivered the line “Would you like to have a roll in the hay?” as Inga. Throughout the 1970s and 80s, Garr worked with top directors like Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg, and Sydney Pollack. She played Ronnie Neary in Close Encounters of the Third Kind and received her Oscar nomination for playing Sandy Lester opposite Dustin Hoffman in Tootsie.

In addition to films, Garr was...

Lisa Kudrow remembers her Friends TV mom, Teri Garr, following news of her death.

Garr died at the age of 79 due to multiple sclerosis, which was first diagnosed in 1999. Kudrow shared the small screen with Garr in multiple episodes of the NBC sitcom and paid tribute to her late co-star.

“Teri Garr was a comedic acting genius who was and is a huge influence on me and I know I’m not alone in that,” Kudrow said in a statement to People. “I feel so lucky and grateful I got to work with Teri Garr.”

Garr played the role of Phoebe Abbott on Friends, Kudrow’s Phoebe Buffay, and Ursula Buffay’s estranged mother. Her first appearance was in the 1997 Season 3 finale episode titled “The One at the Beach.” In the episode, Phoebe meets with a woman she believes is her parents’ friend. Phoebe later discovers that the woman is her biological mother.

We’re sad to report that Teri Garr, the gifted actress who starred in such classic films as Tootsie, Young Frankenstein, and Close Encounters of the Third Kind, has passed away at 79. According to her publicist, Heidi Schaeffer, Garr died of multiple sclerosis after struggling with health issues in recent years. She passed away on Tuesday, leaving a legacy behind that shines like she did on the silver screen.

Garr began her Hollywood journey with minor roles in Elvis Presley movies during the 1960s. She appeared in films like Viva Las Vegas and Roustabout and also in Pajama Party, which starred Annette Funicello, Tommy Kirk, and Elsa Lanchester. Garr appears in various classic TV series, such as Star Trek, Batman, That Girl, Mayberry, It Takes a Thief, Room 222, and more. Regardless of her role, Garr stood out, destined to climb the Hollywood ladder with show-stopping performances in major motion pictures around the corner.

Warning! Contains Spoilers For Batman: The Brave and the Bold #18!

It seems like Batman is a truly unstoppable force of nature. That no matter what crime or issue he comes up against, he'll always be able to solve it. This is why it's so surprising that DC is confirming that Batman's biggest weakness is something as simple as getting older.

The ultimate weakness of Bruce Wayne was exposed in Batman: The Brave and the Bold #18's story "Doubt" by Christian Ward and Patric Reynolds. This story showcases a brand-new villain, known as Benjamin Blik, and the big thing that makes him dangerous is his ability to inspire doubt in anyone he comes across with just a few well-placed words.

Batman is a pretty stoic person, and it's hard to imagine him giving into doubt, but when he's affected by Benjamin's powers, he instantly begins to stress over whether he should continue being Batman.

Witness the rise of a new Batman. A stunning new fan film looks to have finally achieved what DC fans have been longing for...a Batman Beyond live-action movie. Titled Batman: Beyond Year One, the short film has been created by Lumis Entertainment, who have now released the first trailer for the project. Starring Titans actor Ryan Potter as the new Dark Knight Terry McGinnis, the footage brings the neon-lights of a future Gotham City to life as well as revealing live-action takes on the street gang the Jokerz and McGinnis high-tech Batsuit.

You can check out the newly released trailer for the Batman Beyond: Year One fan film below.

As stated by Lumis Entertainment, Batman Beyond: Year One is a non-profit proof of concept short film and is not affiliated with DC Comics or Warner Bros. Discovery. The fan film is set to be released next month on November...

Long before TV series and movies were available for us to binge-watch on streaming platforms, many of us would be glued to our TV screens, eagerly waiting for the next episode of our favorite cartoons. Back in that day, for fans of the superhero world and DC, Batman Beyond proved to be an exceptional piece of work, whose futuristic depiction of Gotham City made it an absolute gem.

Batman Beyond | Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation

So for years, fans of the beloved series have longed for a live-action project, only to be left disappointed year after year. But their wish might finally be fulfilled thanks to one upcoming fan film, Batman Beyond: Year One, starring Titans star Ryan Potter as Terry McGinnis.

Batman Beyond: Year One— A Fan Film Based on the 1999 Animated Series Batman Beyond: Year One | Credit: Lumis Entertainment / YouTube

The 1999 animated series Batman Beyond is...

This story contains Major Spoilers for Joker: Folie Deux, now showing in theaters

Leave it to Batman to come to the defense of one of his biggest adversaries in an ironic twist. One former Bruce Wayne actor insists the widely panned Joker: Folie Deux is "overhated", but, like most, isn't a fan of the film's controversial ending.

Via his TikTok account, Gotham star David Mazouz shared his thoughts on Folie Deux after seeing the movie. Though Mazouz sympathized with the fans who expressed their hatred for the Joker sequel, he gave director Todd Phillips credit for taking a bold approach to the story. "If you think about this movie as a character study of somebody who has completely blended art with reality to the point of insanity, I think it's interesting." However, Mazouz admitted he didn't like the ending, saying "No spoilers, but the ending...Gotham's done that before. It just has!

The final trailer has been released for Batman Beyond: Year One, a fan film imagining a live-action adaptation of the original animated series. Though this is a fan-made project with no involvement from DC, a Titans actor happens to be playing the lead role.

Batman Beyond: Year One imagines Beast Boy actor Ryan Potter in the role of Terry McGinnis, a futuristic version of Batman who takes on the mantle with an older Bruce Wayne serving as his mentor. It will be made available to stream for free when it is released, which will be on Nov. 16, 2024. For now, the final trailer showcases Potter's Terry in and out of the suit, depicted in a version of Gotham City that's reminiscent of the animated show. The trailer can be watched below.

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