Batman: The Caped Crusader has gotten fans excited about Bruce Timm’s novel take on the Dark Knight. The animated show will take Bruce Wayne and other aspects of the Batman mythos and set them in the 40s, a time when Batman’s modern gadgets and gizmos simply did not exist.
Batman: Caped Crusader
Apart from Batman being stripped of all his gadgets, Caped Crusader will also be giving its other characters a slick 40’s makeover, among which is Selina Kyle, also known as Catwoman. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bruce Timm, co-creator of the show, revealed how the design of Catwoman was made distinct from her previous iterations.
Batman: Caped Crusader did not want to ape Batman: The Animated Series
Catwoman | DC Comics
Bruce Timm talked about how the characters that he and his team were introducing Caped Crusader needed to be different and feel as dated as the time they were in.
Batman: Caped Crusader
Apart from Batman being stripped of all his gadgets, Caped Crusader will also be giving its other characters a slick 40’s makeover, among which is Selina Kyle, also known as Catwoman. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bruce Timm, co-creator of the show, revealed how the design of Catwoman was made distinct from her previous iterations.
Batman: Caped Crusader did not want to ape Batman: The Animated Series
Catwoman | DC Comics
Bruce Timm talked about how the characters that he and his team were introducing Caped Crusader needed to be different and feel as dated as the time they were in.
- 5/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is considered one of DC’s premiere creators when it comes to their animated material. Timm has co-created some of DC’s most important pieces of animated content. From Superman: The Animated Series, and Batman: The Animated Series to Justice League and Justice League Unlimited, Timm had a role to play in the creation of all these IPs, all of which shared a continuity, together being referred to as the Dcau.
Justice League Unlimited | Warner Bros.
Although after Justice League Unlimited ended, the show would not get a sequel, it continued via Justice League vs. The Fatal Five. The film existed in the same universe as the Dcau, as confirmed by Bruce Timm, who took the time to clear out where the film stands in the timeline.
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five takes place a few years after Justice League Unlimited ended
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five...
Justice League Unlimited | Warner Bros.
Although after Justice League Unlimited ended, the show would not get a sequel, it continued via Justice League vs. The Fatal Five. The film existed in the same universe as the Dcau, as confirmed by Bruce Timm, who took the time to clear out where the film stands in the timeline.
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five takes place a few years after Justice League Unlimited ended
Justice League vs. The Fatal Five...
- 5/23/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Batman: Caped Crusader will be the latest take on the Dark Knight of Gotham by DC Animation extraordinaire, Bruce Timm. Timm has been responsible for co-creating works like Batman: The Animated Series, The New Adventures of Batman, and Batman Beyond. But perhaps the most significant contribution the creator has made to the Batman mythos is the original character that he made for his adaptation of Batman, the ever whimsical villain-turned-ally for Batman, Harley Quinn.
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series
Harleen Quinzel was a simple psychologist at Arkham Asylum when she was assigned to and fell in love with The Joker, who turned her into his loyal and adoring girlfriend, despite all the abuses he hurled at her over the course of their relationship.
Ever since then, the character has become somewhat of an icon in her own right, headlining her own animated show as well, while making multiple...
Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series
Harleen Quinzel was a simple psychologist at Arkham Asylum when she was assigned to and fell in love with The Joker, who turned her into his loyal and adoring girlfriend, despite all the abuses he hurled at her over the course of their relationship.
Ever since then, the character has become somewhat of an icon in her own right, headlining her own animated show as well, while making multiple...
- 5/22/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Looking back, the early nineties were the best of times and worst of times for Batman fans. In 1989, fans got their first big-budget Hollywood Batman movie, followed by the 1992 sequel Batman Returns. Both of these films boasted A-list talent and made huge money. But they weren’t really interested in Batman, at least not the guy that comic book readers loved.
But 1992 saw the launch of Batman: The Animated Series, a cartoon that gave fans some of the best ever tales of the Dark Knight, in any media. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, The Animated Series took some visual cues from Burton’s movies, especially in its designs for Catwoman and the Penguin, but it was grounded in the Bronze Age comics by Dennis O’Neil and Neal Adams as well as 1940s cinema.
Taking a lead from the Fleischer Brothers’ Superman cartoons, Timm and Radomski insisted upon smooth animation for their project,...
But 1992 saw the launch of Batman: The Animated Series, a cartoon that gave fans some of the best ever tales of the Dark Knight, in any media. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, The Animated Series took some visual cues from Burton’s movies, especially in its designs for Catwoman and the Penguin, but it was grounded in the Bronze Age comics by Dennis O’Neil and Neal Adams as well as 1940s cinema.
Taking a lead from the Fleischer Brothers’ Superman cartoons, Timm and Radomski insisted upon smooth animation for their project,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Bruce Timm is widely regarded as one of the most important figures when it comes to the overall DC Animated franchise, and is the face behind several highly-praised projects. From his work on Batman, which includes Batman: The Animated Series, to the various iterations of Superman, and Justice League, the DC animated franchise would have looked starkly different had it not been for Timm.
The genius that is Bruce Timm! | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
However, even a creator as gifted and celebrated as Bruce Timm has his fair share of regrets, when it comes to his career. Speaking in an interview back in 2017, the 63-year-old had revealed how he regrets the fact that the 2008-released Justice League: Frontier did not get a second part.
This led to Timm and his team failing to inculcate the entire story from the DC comics, leading to them picking and choosing what they could include in New Frontier.
The genius that is Bruce Timm! | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
However, even a creator as gifted and celebrated as Bruce Timm has his fair share of regrets, when it comes to his career. Speaking in an interview back in 2017, the 63-year-old had revealed how he regrets the fact that the 2008-released Justice League: Frontier did not get a second part.
This led to Timm and his team failing to inculcate the entire story from the DC comics, leading to them picking and choosing what they could include in New Frontier.
- 5/18/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
In the quest to capture the essence of the Dark Knight, could anyone overlook Christopher Nolan’s valiant effort in Batman Begins, which starred Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne?
Injecting a dose of realistic, gritty realism into a genre often draped in escapism, Nolan’s 2005 flick definitely left an indelible mark. Yet, it was a single scene that kept it from fully resonating with Batman’s lore custodian, Bruce Timm.
The acclaimed animator (best known as the head producer of Batman: The Animated Series) once pointed out that while Nolan borrowed elements from Frank Miller’s Batman: Year One—a masterpiece in its own right—alterations were made that distanced the film from its source material’s raw authenticity.
Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne in a still from Batman Begins (Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures)
This raises an intriguing question: Can film adaptations ever truly satisfy when they shift the narrative...
Injecting a dose of realistic, gritty realism into a genre often draped in escapism, Nolan’s 2005 flick definitely left an indelible mark. Yet, it was a single scene that kept it from fully resonating with Batman’s lore custodian, Bruce Timm.
The acclaimed animator (best known as the head producer of Batman: The Animated Series) once pointed out that while Nolan borrowed elements from Frank Miller’s Batman: Year One—a masterpiece in its own right—alterations were made that distanced the film from its source material’s raw authenticity.
Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne in a still from Batman Begins (Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures)
This raises an intriguing question: Can film adaptations ever truly satisfy when they shift the narrative...
- 5/16/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Batman is a character that has been repeatedly cast in R-rated DC properties, which favor the dark and sinister nature of the character and his rogue’s gallery. Even when an R-rating is not sought for the project, it is mostly aimed at older children.
Christian Bale in Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, Bruce Timm had a different vision for the Batman series that he wanted to create, one that was released around the same time at which Christopher Nolan’s trilogy was riding high in the cultural zeitgeist. Timm spoke to Think McFly Think and opened up about what was the one thing that he factored into his series that even Christopher Nolan forgot about.
Bruce Timm wanted to make a Batman for young kids
A still from Batman: The Brave and the Bold
Bruce Timm revealed that one thing that creators of superhero content often forget is the...
Christian Bale in Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, Bruce Timm had a different vision for the Batman series that he wanted to create, one that was released around the same time at which Christopher Nolan’s trilogy was riding high in the cultural zeitgeist. Timm spoke to Think McFly Think and opened up about what was the one thing that he factored into his series that even Christopher Nolan forgot about.
Bruce Timm wanted to make a Batman for young kids
A still from Batman: The Brave and the Bold
Bruce Timm revealed that one thing that creators of superhero content often forget is the...
- 5/14/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The first look of Batman: Caped Crusader is here and it is nothing like Bruce Timm’s previous animated versions of the Dark Knight. In the new animated series, Timm did one thing that he aspired to do with the original Batman: The Animated Series. He is setting the upcoming show in the 1940s, the period when Bob Kane and Bill Finger first designed their DC superhero.
The first look of Bruce Timm’s Batman: Caped Crusader from Amazon Prime Video
The ’40s setting will not be the only radical change in Bruce Timm’s new project as the first look also provides glimpses of Harley Quinn, Catwoman, and Clayface. The series will be released on Amazon Prime Video after HBO Max dropped the project after its announcement.
Batman: Caped Crusader Will Be Set In The ’40s As Per Bruce Timm’s Original Vision Batman’s 1940s-inspired costume from Bruce...
The first look of Bruce Timm’s Batman: Caped Crusader from Amazon Prime Video
The ’40s setting will not be the only radical change in Bruce Timm’s new project as the first look also provides glimpses of Harley Quinn, Catwoman, and Clayface. The series will be released on Amazon Prime Video after HBO Max dropped the project after its announcement.
Batman: Caped Crusader Will Be Set In The ’40s As Per Bruce Timm’s Original Vision Batman’s 1940s-inspired costume from Bruce...
- 5/12/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
‘Batman: Caped Crusader,’ initially announced as an HBO Max series in 2021, found a home on Amazon Prime Video after HBO passed on the project.
Scheduled for release later this year, the creators, Timm and character designer James Tucker, emphasized in a recent Entertainment Weekly interview that their top priority was to avoid replicating ‘Batman: The Animated Series’. To achieve this, they opted to make the new show a true period piece set in the 1940s, departing from the anachronistic mix of technologies seen in B:tas.
One of the biggest surprises for the fans was that in this show, Harley Quinn will be portrayed as Asian American which stirred polarizing reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, who originally co-created the character in the first place commented on their different take on Harley. They wanted to reverse everything from her behavior to her costume:
I co-created the character, so I have a...
Scheduled for release later this year, the creators, Timm and character designer James Tucker, emphasized in a recent Entertainment Weekly interview that their top priority was to avoid replicating ‘Batman: The Animated Series’. To achieve this, they opted to make the new show a true period piece set in the 1940s, departing from the anachronistic mix of technologies seen in B:tas.
One of the biggest surprises for the fans was that in this show, Harley Quinn will be portrayed as Asian American which stirred polarizing reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, who originally co-created the character in the first place commented on their different take on Harley. They wanted to reverse everything from her behavior to her costume:
I co-created the character, so I have a...
- 5/10/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
‘Batman: Caped Crusader’ was first announced for HBO Max in 2021, but it ended up on Amazon Prime Video after HBO decided not to go ahead with it. Set to come out later this year, the creators, Timm and character designer James Tucker, stressed in a recent Entertainment Weekly interview that their main goal was not to copy ‘Batman: The Animated Series’.
To do this, they chose to make the new show a real period piece set in the 1940s, moving away from the mix of old and new technologies seen in ‘B:tas’.
Fans were taken aback when they learned that Harley Quinn would be portrayed as Asian American in the show, sparking mixed reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, one of the original creators of the character, shared his thoughts on their new approach to Harley. They aimed to change everything about her, from her behavior to her costume.
I co-created the character,...
To do this, they chose to make the new show a real period piece set in the 1940s, moving away from the mix of old and new technologies seen in ‘B:tas’.
Fans were taken aback when they learned that Harley Quinn would be portrayed as Asian American in the show, sparking mixed reactions from the fandom. Bruce Timm, one of the original creators of the character, shared his thoughts on their new approach to Harley. They aimed to change everything about her, from her behavior to her costume.
I co-created the character,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Bruce Timm is set to reprise his Batman magic on-screen with the upcoming animated Batman: Caped Crusader series. The upcoming show is set in a parallel universe in the 40s and will present us with different incarnations of the iconic characters in the Batman lore.
Recently the first look of all the characters from the series was revealed. However, out of all the characters, Harley Quinn caught the most attention due to her race-swapping. The renowned partner of Joker from the comics is an Asian American in the upcoming show.
Harley Quinn in Batman: Caped Crusader (Credits: IMDb)
The Asian American Harley Quinn immediately raised a debate among fans. Several fans thought the show had changed their favorite character from the Og show. But Timm tried to clarify that the story is different and this is an alternate version of the Batman: The Animated Series character.
Why is Bruce...
Recently the first look of all the characters from the series was revealed. However, out of all the characters, Harley Quinn caught the most attention due to her race-swapping. The renowned partner of Joker from the comics is an Asian American in the upcoming show.
Harley Quinn in Batman: Caped Crusader (Credits: IMDb)
The Asian American Harley Quinn immediately raised a debate among fans. Several fans thought the show had changed their favorite character from the Og show. But Timm tried to clarify that the story is different and this is an alternate version of the Batman: The Animated Series character.
Why is Bruce...
- 5/10/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
After originally being developed for the HBO Max streaming service, Batman: Caped Crusader found a new home on Prime Video early last year, and we finally have a first look at the highly-anticipated animated series.
Bat-fans have been anxiously awaiting a teaser for the show, and while we may have to wait a little longer, EW has now debuted a batch of images spotlighting the Dark Knight and some very different takes on several of his villains.
While speaking to the site, Bruce Timm and character designer James Tucker noted that they decided to make the new show a '40s-set period piece in an effort to set it apart from the original '90s Batman: The Animated Series.
“James and I are both really big fans of movies from that era, so we decided to really lean into that in terms of the clothes, the cars, the architecture, and the level of technology,...
Bat-fans have been anxiously awaiting a teaser for the show, and while we may have to wait a little longer, EW has now debuted a batch of images spotlighting the Dark Knight and some very different takes on several of his villains.
While speaking to the site, Bruce Timm and character designer James Tucker noted that they decided to make the new show a '40s-set period piece in an effort to set it apart from the original '90s Batman: The Animated Series.
“James and I are both really big fans of movies from that era, so we decided to really lean into that in terms of the clothes, the cars, the architecture, and the level of technology,...
- 5/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
As wonderful as X-Men ’97 has been, even the most devoted Marvel Zombie has to admit that the gold standard of superhero animation remains Batman: The Animated Series. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, the show told some of the all-time greatest stories about the Dark Knight, and even launched an ongoing universe with Justice League, Batman Beyond, and Static Shock.
So when Warner Bros. announced Batman: Caped Crusader from Timm, fans took notice, especially with J.J. Abrams and The Batman director Matt Reeves on board as producers. Despite a near disaster when Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav declined to distribute the completed series, as is his wont, the show found a home on Amazon Prime Video.
Even better, we now know when the series is premiering on the streamer: Aug. 1. We also have our first look at the characters and setting of Batman: The Caped Crusader, which blends...
So when Warner Bros. announced Batman: Caped Crusader from Timm, fans took notice, especially with J.J. Abrams and The Batman director Matt Reeves on board as producers. Despite a near disaster when Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav declined to distribute the completed series, as is his wont, the show found a home on Amazon Prime Video.
Even better, we now know when the series is premiering on the streamer: Aug. 1. We also have our first look at the characters and setting of Batman: The Caped Crusader, which blends...
- 5/9/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
It's been a long time coming but we've finally got our first real look at "Batman: Caped Crusader." The upcoming animated series from "Batman: The Animated Series" co-creator Bruce Timm and producers J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves has encountered a few setbacks on its journey to release, but is now set to debut on August 1, 2024, on Amazon's Prime Video.
Details about "Batman: Caped Crusader" were first revealed at DC FanDome back in 2021, where we were promised a show that would tell a whole new story rather than continuing where "Btas" left off. Timm also characterized the show as "more 'Batman: [The] Animated Series' than 'Batman: [The] Animated Series,'" revealing that "Caped Crusader" would return to the "original principles" of the '90s show but would have no limitations in terms of "adult content," "violence," and "adult themes." During its 1992 to 1995, "Btas" had to carefully navigate the Fox censors, who...
Details about "Batman: Caped Crusader" were first revealed at DC FanDome back in 2021, where we were promised a show that would tell a whole new story rather than continuing where "Btas" left off. Timm also characterized the show as "more 'Batman: [The] Animated Series' than 'Batman: [The] Animated Series,'" revealing that "Caped Crusader" would return to the "original principles" of the '90s show but would have no limitations in terms of "adult content," "violence," and "adult themes." During its 1992 to 1995, "Btas" had to carefully navigate the Fox censors, who...
- 5/9/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Prime Video has announced that Batman: Caped Crusader, the new animated series from Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions, and 6th & Idaho, will premiere all ten episodes on Thursday, August 1. The series will be available exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
The streaming service also released the first images from the series, which give audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City and some of the iconic fan-favorite characters that will be featured in the upcoming season.
Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant, and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.
The...
The streaming service also released the first images from the series, which give audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City and some of the iconic fan-favorite characters that will be featured in the upcoming season.
Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant, and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.
The...
- 5/9/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Light up the Bat-Signal! Prime Video’s animated series “Batman: Caped Crusader” will premiere Aug. 1. The streamer will release all 10 episodes of the first season.
The series is a reimagining of the Batman mythology from executive producers J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register also serve as executive producers for the series.
The logline for “Caped Crusader” reads: “Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.”
“Batman: Caped Crusader” will build on “Batman: The Animated Series,” which was co-created by Timm...
The series is a reimagining of the Batman mythology from executive producers J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register also serve as executive producers for the series.
The logline for “Caped Crusader” reads: “Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman. His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the Gcpd and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.”
“Batman: Caped Crusader” will build on “Batman: The Animated Series,” which was co-created by Timm...
- 5/9/2024
- by Selena Kuznikov
- Variety Film + TV
Batman: Caped Crusader, the new series from Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions and 6th & Idaho, will be fly to Prime Video on Thursday, August 1. All 10 episodes will drop in more than 240 territories.
The news comes ahead of Amazon’s May 14 Upfront presentation.
In addition a slew of first look images dropped from the show, giving audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City.
The series comes from EPs J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Based on DC characters, Along with Abrams, Reeves and Timm, Batman: Caped Crusader executive producers include Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register.
In the series, the corrupt outnumber the good as criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear in Gotham City. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
The news comes ahead of Amazon’s May 14 Upfront presentation.
In addition a slew of first look images dropped from the show, giving audiences a special peek into the world of Gotham City.
The series comes from EPs J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm. Based on DC characters, Along with Abrams, Reeves and Timm, Batman: Caped Crusader executive producers include Ed Brubaker, James Tucker, Daniel Pipski, Rachel Rusch Rich and Sam Register.
In the series, the corrupt outnumber the good as criminals run rampant and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear in Gotham City. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—the Batman.
- 5/9/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
The Killing Joke is one of those films that would have been a challenge to adapt. Despite the film being adapted into an animated feature, there was a lot of backlash about how the story was treated. Regardless, Bruce Timm had certain reservations about the adaptation from the beginning of production.
Batman: The Killing Joke
Timm revealed to Empire what his idea for the film was, and that pretty early on in the project, there was one aspect of the film that was set in stone from the very beginning. The film made a lot of changes from the source material, but this bit was to be kept as is, Bruce Timm revealed.
The Killing Joke part of The Killing Joke was not to be meddled with
A still of Joker | Source: Batman: The Killing Joke
There were a lot of changes made to The Killing Joke. The story was updated for a modern audience,...
Batman: The Killing Joke
Timm revealed to Empire what his idea for the film was, and that pretty early on in the project, there was one aspect of the film that was set in stone from the very beginning. The film made a lot of changes from the source material, but this bit was to be kept as is, Bruce Timm revealed.
The Killing Joke part of The Killing Joke was not to be meddled with
A still of Joker | Source: Batman: The Killing Joke
There were a lot of changes made to The Killing Joke. The story was updated for a modern audience,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
In 2016 Bruce Timm reunited with Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill to adapt Alan Moore and Brian Bolland’s acclaimed 1989 graphic novel Batman: The Killing Joke. Following the comic’s nature, the animated film earned an R-rating upon its release, as Timm wanted to stay truthful to the source material, and Tkj became the first rated R DC Universe Original Animated release.
But reflecting on the film’s adult rating, the Batman: The Animated Series creator clarified it wasn’t the start of a trend of more rated-r animated DC releases moving forward.
Batman: The Killing Joke Was Its Own Thing Stressed Bruce Timm
A still from Batman: The Killing Joke | Warner Bros.
Despite having some personal issues with Alan Moore’s graphic novel, Bruce Timm opted to stay true to the source material following his admiration for Moore’s work on The Killing Joke. Apart from the film’s controversial prologue,...
But reflecting on the film’s adult rating, the Batman: The Animated Series creator clarified it wasn’t the start of a trend of more rated-r animated DC releases moving forward.
Batman: The Killing Joke Was Its Own Thing Stressed Bruce Timm
A still from Batman: The Killing Joke | Warner Bros.
Despite having some personal issues with Alan Moore’s graphic novel, Bruce Timm opted to stay true to the source material following his admiration for Moore’s work on The Killing Joke. Apart from the film’s controversial prologue,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Beloved DC hero Batman has never run out of vicious villains that challenged the Dark Knight in his attempt to clean Gotham City with his long-time dream to make it crime-free. Amid many foes, the Caped Crusader once faced his ultimate doppelgänger, Thomas Blake.
Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Blake possesses several traits of Bruce Wayne. To begin with, he has been another rich mogul in Gotham City but eventually bored with his wealth and moved to Africa, where he developed magical agility and prowess in combat. Catman, who was once in love with Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman, ended up being the nemesis of Batman as he started his crime spree.
Who Is Thomas Blake? Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Thomas Blake, also known as Catman, is a former wealthy animal trapper who later turned out to be a vicious criminal in Gotham City. Blake was particularly inspired by Batman’s influence in Gotham,...
Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Blake possesses several traits of Bruce Wayne. To begin with, he has been another rich mogul in Gotham City but eventually bored with his wealth and moved to Africa, where he developed magical agility and prowess in combat. Catman, who was once in love with Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman, ended up being the nemesis of Batman as he started his crime spree.
Who Is Thomas Blake? Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Thomas Blake, also known as Catman, is a former wealthy animal trapper who later turned out to be a vicious criminal in Gotham City. Blake was particularly inspired by Batman’s influence in Gotham,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The DC Animated Universe had a host of versions of Batman strewn across the timeline, but one DC film portrayed the character a little differently than what is usually the tone that is taken for him. Bruce Timm talked to ScienceFiction.com about how he saw Batman, and how one particular film approached the character differently.
Gotham by Gaslight
Gotham by Gaslight is a film that is different than other Batman films, given that the story is set in an Elseworlds, which means it might not necessarily be part of the main Dcau continuity. The film takes Batman and sets him in Victorian London, where the story follows a completely separate trajectory from what is normally expected out of a Batman story.
Bruce Timm does not look at Batman as Gotham by Gaslight portrays him
Bruce Wayne in Gotham by Gaslight
Bruce Timm revealed his personal vision of Bruce Wayne,...
Gotham by Gaslight
Gotham by Gaslight is a film that is different than other Batman films, given that the story is set in an Elseworlds, which means it might not necessarily be part of the main Dcau continuity. The film takes Batman and sets him in Victorian London, where the story follows a completely separate trajectory from what is normally expected out of a Batman story.
Bruce Timm does not look at Batman as Gotham by Gaslight portrays him
Bruce Wayne in Gotham by Gaslight
Bruce Timm revealed his personal vision of Bruce Wayne,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
In the world of comics and animations, Bruce Timm is a highly influential figure known best for his work in Dcau. An artist, animator, producer, writer, and director, Timm is a key figure in crafting the modern animated world of DC comics, particularly regarding the character Batman.
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
From Justice League to Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, and more, Timm has been a part of several animated movies and series centered on various DC characters. Despite being praised for pretty much laying the foundation of the Dcau that we know today, the director regrets the focus on major DC characters while sidelining others.
Bruce Timm Regrets The Excessive Focus On Major Characters in the Dcau
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Bruce Timm has been busy over the past decades, working frantically to bring some of the best DC Animated Universe projects to life.
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
From Justice League to Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, and more, Timm has been a part of several animated movies and series centered on various DC characters. Despite being praised for pretty much laying the foundation of the Dcau that we know today, the director regrets the focus on major DC characters while sidelining others.
Bruce Timm Regrets The Excessive Focus On Major Characters in the Dcau
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Bruce Timm has been busy over the past decades, working frantically to bring some of the best DC Animated Universe projects to life.
- 5/4/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
The DC Animated Universe wouldn’t be what it is today if it were not for Bruce Timm. The legendary DC icon’s contribution to the tales of Batman: The Animated Series and Batman Beyond is irrefutable. And yet, the artist’s reach can only extend so far in giving the audience hope of a new era of comics and their adaptations.
Batman Beyond [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]
However, Bruce Timm’s authority does reach Batman Beyond for being essential in its creation and successful execution during a period of extreme turmoil at DC. After decades of hoping to witness Terry McGinnis back in action, the dream could finally get a shot at coming true.
Bruce Timm Harbors Hope for Batman Beyond in DC
Although the era of Spider-Verse has already made the next evolutionary stage in animation a reality, Batman Beyond can’t be too far behind. Moreover, demands...
Batman Beyond [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]
However, Bruce Timm’s authority does reach Batman Beyond for being essential in its creation and successful execution during a period of extreme turmoil at DC. After decades of hoping to witness Terry McGinnis back in action, the dream could finally get a shot at coming true.
Bruce Timm Harbors Hope for Batman Beyond in DC
Although the era of Spider-Verse has already made the next evolutionary stage in animation a reality, Batman Beyond can’t be too far behind. Moreover, demands...
- 5/3/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
For die-hard fans of DC especially in the world of animation, Bruce Timm needs no introduction. The American artist and producer has been instrumental in building the modern DC comics franchise with shows like Batman: The Animated Series, Justice League, and Batman Beyond which have all attained cult status with DC buffs.
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Timm also produced the critically acclaimed 2010 film Batman: Under The Red Hood which was a direct-to-video film released by Warner Home Video. The movie was rated PG-13 owing to moments of violence and other mature references that were deemed inappropriate for a young audience. But the creator initially predicted that it would receive an R-rating.
Bruce Timm’s Acclaimed Batman Film Could Have Been Rated R For Its Dark Tones
Historically in DC comics, the legacy of Batman has always been associated with edgier, darker, and more intense...
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Timm also produced the critically acclaimed 2010 film Batman: Under The Red Hood which was a direct-to-video film released by Warner Home Video. The movie was rated PG-13 owing to moments of violence and other mature references that were deemed inappropriate for a young audience. But the creator initially predicted that it would receive an R-rating.
Bruce Timm’s Acclaimed Batman Film Could Have Been Rated R For Its Dark Tones
Historically in DC comics, the legacy of Batman has always been associated with edgier, darker, and more intense...
- 5/3/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Batman has been played by a slew of talents, but one of the most iconic versions was played by Kevin Conroy, for over two decades. However, the actor sadly passed away in 2022, leaving behind big shoes to fill when it came to his portrayal of Batman. The actor had already shaped an iconic interpretation of the Dark Knight.
Batman as he appears in the Arkham series, voiced by Kevin Conroy
However, there was another actor who was well suited for the role of Batman in the animated sphere and might seem like the obvious choice to be the heir to Conroy’s cowl. Given that this actor has played Batman in multiple films, most notably in the critically acclaimed and well-received Batman: Under the Red Hood, he might be the perfect choice for the role of Batman.
Bruce Greenwood would be the perfect Batman in the animated sphere
Batman Under...
Batman as he appears in the Arkham series, voiced by Kevin Conroy
However, there was another actor who was well suited for the role of Batman in the animated sphere and might seem like the obvious choice to be the heir to Conroy’s cowl. Given that this actor has played Batman in multiple films, most notably in the critically acclaimed and well-received Batman: Under the Red Hood, he might be the perfect choice for the role of Batman.
Bruce Greenwood would be the perfect Batman in the animated sphere
Batman Under...
- 5/1/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Batman as a character has some amazing storylines that would make perfect sense to be adapted into an animated film. Initially, Bruce Timm thought that there was no way it was possible to adapt Batman: Under the Hood, an arc in the comics that served as the sequel to Death in the Family, which infamously killed off Jason Todd, who was serving Batman as his Robin after Dick Grayson’s departure.
Death in the Family
Bruce Timm, speaking to Animation World Network, talked about how he and Alan Burnett first came across the comic with the intention of adapting it. The problem started when the duo realized the amount of work it would take to just set up the story, and the various characters that were making an appearance as the narrative unfolded.
However, the pitch for the film was what ended up convincing the duo to go ahead with it.
Death in the Family
Bruce Timm, speaking to Animation World Network, talked about how he and Alan Burnett first came across the comic with the intention of adapting it. The problem started when the duo realized the amount of work it would take to just set up the story, and the various characters that were making an appearance as the narrative unfolded.
However, the pitch for the film was what ended up convincing the duo to go ahead with it.
- 5/1/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm understands how broadcast TV works. He has been working in the DC Animated Universe for decades, heading a huge number of successful films and series. He has fought battle upon battle with the committees responsible for censorship, trying to make sure his vision for a specific superhero show stayed intact.
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Despite this, it would seem that there was one line that even he was unable to cross. There was one iconic DC character that fans desperately wanted to see in the animated shows the franchise was releasing. Despite this, he made few to no appearances. It would seem that there was a very big reason for this.
TV Broadcasters Had A Rule For Bruce Timm
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A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Despite this, it would seem that there was one line that even he was unable to cross. There was one iconic DC character that fans desperately wanted to see in the animated shows the franchise was releasing. Despite this, he made few to no appearances. It would seem that there was a very big reason for this.
TV Broadcasters Had A Rule For Bruce Timm
When it comes to shows airing on television for a younger audience, there are often a lot of rules to follow. There cannot be any inappropriate themes,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
While Christopher Nolan is seen as the forerunner of original ideas in Hollywood with films such as Tenet and Inception, the filmmaker once redefined the superhero genre with his The Dark Knight trilogy. The films saw Christian Bale as Batman and depicted a realistic version of Gotham and the Caped Crusader, and dealt with philosophical and real-world issues such as the nature of violence and the right to privacy.
While The Dark Knight trilogy is often placed among the greatest superhero films ever made, Nolan reportedly also had a hand in making one of the most underrated animated Batman movies. According to Bruce Timm, Nolan was deeply involved in the making of Batman: Gotham Knight, which was set between the events of Batman Begins and The Dark Knight.
Christopher Nolan Was Involved In Batman: Gotham Knight From The Start A still from Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins
After Warner Bros....
While The Dark Knight trilogy is often placed among the greatest superhero films ever made, Nolan reportedly also had a hand in making one of the most underrated animated Batman movies. According to Bruce Timm, Nolan was deeply involved in the making of Batman: Gotham Knight, which was set between the events of Batman Begins and The Dark Knight.
Christopher Nolan Was Involved In Batman: Gotham Knight From The Start A still from Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins
After Warner Bros....
- 4/29/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Batman is not only arguably the greatest superhero but also one of the most iconic fictional characters of all time. Known for brooding intensity, detective prowess, and a cape that billows dramatically in the night, Batman has won audiences for decades across live-action films, comic book panels, and the world of animation.
An action sequence from Batman: Mask of the Phantasm featuring Kevin Conroy
Within the DC Animated Universe (Dcau), Batman reached a level of excellence that many consider unmatched. However, even the brilliance of Bruce Timm, the visionary force behind the Dcau, couldn’t guarantee success for one movie which is now considered one of the greatest superhero films.
Batman: Mask of The Phantasm Was A Box Office Failure A still from Batman: Mask of the Phantasm
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm is a landmark in cinematic history. Today, it’s widely considered a masterpiece, a crown jewel of the Dcau.
An action sequence from Batman: Mask of the Phantasm featuring Kevin Conroy
Within the DC Animated Universe (Dcau), Batman reached a level of excellence that many consider unmatched. However, even the brilliance of Bruce Timm, the visionary force behind the Dcau, couldn’t guarantee success for one movie which is now considered one of the greatest superhero films.
Batman: Mask of The Phantasm Was A Box Office Failure A still from Batman: Mask of the Phantasm
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm is a landmark in cinematic history. Today, it’s widely considered a masterpiece, a crown jewel of the Dcau.
- 4/27/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Batman: The Animated Series is regarded as one of the best superhero shows out there, but the series would have never come to fruition if Fox had not complied with a boundary that was set by Warner Brothers when it came to developing the show.
Batman: The Animated Series
Speaking with The Comic Lounge, animation extraordinaire Alan Burnett talked about the behind-the-scenes of the project, and the clauses that Warner Bros. put in that allowed Batman’s development and production to begin.
It all started with Tiny Toons being imported to Fox Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
Alan Burnett talked about the various things that went into the production of the show, one that is collectively considered to be one of the best versions of Batman out there. When talking about the origin of the show, Burnett said, to The Comic Lounge:
“Around 1990 Warner Bros. and Fox Kids were...
Batman: The Animated Series
Speaking with The Comic Lounge, animation extraordinaire Alan Burnett talked about the behind-the-scenes of the project, and the clauses that Warner Bros. put in that allowed Batman’s development and production to begin.
It all started with Tiny Toons being imported to Fox Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
Alan Burnett talked about the various things that went into the production of the show, one that is collectively considered to be one of the best versions of Batman out there. When talking about the origin of the show, Burnett said, to The Comic Lounge:
“Around 1990 Warner Bros. and Fox Kids were...
- 4/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The Bruce Timm and Alan Burnett-produced Dcau has had many shows and films that have attained the status of modern classics. Shows such as Batman: The Animated Series, Justice League, and Teen Titans have been classics in the animated TV realm for a generation while the films have constantly been well-received.
While Marvel achieved many milestones through their live-action MCU, they seem to be way behind their DC counterparts. Only a few shows with their most profitable IP such as X-Men and Spider-Man have fared well with audiences. Alan Burnett, who served as a co-producer and writer on many Dcau shows and films reportedly has the reason why.
How Did Alan Burnett Get Into The Dcau? A still from Bruce Timm and Alan Burnett’s Batman: The Animated Series
Alan Burnett reportedly did not study animation when he went to film school. The producer reportedly ended up in the industry,...
While Marvel achieved many milestones through their live-action MCU, they seem to be way behind their DC counterparts. Only a few shows with their most profitable IP such as X-Men and Spider-Man have fared well with audiences. Alan Burnett, who served as a co-producer and writer on many Dcau shows and films reportedly has the reason why.
How Did Alan Burnett Get Into The Dcau? A still from Bruce Timm and Alan Burnett’s Batman: The Animated Series
Alan Burnett reportedly did not study animation when he went to film school. The producer reportedly ended up in the industry,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series has firmly established itself as one of the finest DC shows in television history. Given its widespread acclaim and enduring recognition, there’s no denying the significant impact it has had on shaping perceptions of the Caped Crusader, a legacy that continues to resonate even decades later.
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series | Warner Bros.
However, sometimes its prominence overshadowed other adaptations of the DC superhero, such as the 2004 animated TV series The Batman. The series featured a new cast, and its creators sought to break free from the shadow cast by Timm’s iconic 1992 series by taking a new narrative approach.
The Batman Sought to Break Free From the Shadow of Batman: The Animated Series
Batman: The Animated Series has been commended for many things, including animation, writing, and voice acting. It has also been known for exploring the backstories of its characters,...
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series | Warner Bros.
However, sometimes its prominence overshadowed other adaptations of the DC superhero, such as the 2004 animated TV series The Batman. The series featured a new cast, and its creators sought to break free from the shadow cast by Timm’s iconic 1992 series by taking a new narrative approach.
The Batman Sought to Break Free From the Shadow of Batman: The Animated Series
Batman: The Animated Series has been commended for many things, including animation, writing, and voice acting. It has also been known for exploring the backstories of its characters,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy became a sensation among superhero fans in no time after voicing Batman in Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series. The animated show gave us one of the best adaptations of the Caped Crusader to date. Bruce Timm, the co-creator of the animated series revealed that he had to make Conroy forget everything he knew about Batman to land the role.
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Surprisingly, Kevin Conroy knew nothing much about the Gotham Knight when he went for a script reading for the role. However, the late actor nailed in the very first attempt and shocked the entire team. He went on to voice the superhero for three decades across animated movies, television series, and the Arkham games.
How did Bruce Timm make Kevin Conroy the greatest version of The Dark Knight?
Joker and Batman in Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]When...
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Surprisingly, Kevin Conroy knew nothing much about the Gotham Knight when he went for a script reading for the role. However, the late actor nailed in the very first attempt and shocked the entire team. He went on to voice the superhero for three decades across animated movies, television series, and the Arkham games.
How did Bruce Timm make Kevin Conroy the greatest version of The Dark Knight?
Joker and Batman in Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]When...
- 4/24/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is known for having very unique approaches to the characters he brings to life. On top of his innate understanding of comics, he also brings a sense of uniqueness to each of his projects, which has made him one of the best people in the DC Animated Universe. Unfortunately, not everyone can understand his approach very easily.
Bruce Timm’s All-Star Superman
Sometimes, the producer has to fight for his vision or explain it to the actors so that they can perfectly capture what he wants them to do. However, often, even language fails, and no amount of explanation can get the point across.
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Being the legend that he is, it would seem that Timm also has a go-to plan for such a situation, using his skills as an animator and artist.
Anthony Lapaglia...
Bruce Timm’s All-Star Superman
Sometimes, the producer has to fight for his vision or explain it to the actors so that they can perfectly capture what he wants them to do. However, often, even language fails, and no amount of explanation can get the point across.
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Being the legend that he is, it would seem that Timm also has a go-to plan for such a situation, using his skills as an animator and artist.
Anthony Lapaglia...
- 4/22/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Justice League was one of those shows that really dived deep into DC lore, pulling characters from across its run, all the way from the golden age to the modern run of comics. This requires some changes to be made to the characters to make them more appropriate for the animated run.
Justice League Unlimited
The show introduced a myriad of villains, some of which were very deep cuts from the comics. Of course, some of them were the most popular during their respective runs, when sensibilities towards creating characters were different. So, when Eclipso was supposed to be introduced in the show, Bruce Timm decided that the character needed a little updating.
Eclipso had to be changed to be adapted for Justice League Unlimited
Eclipso fighting Wonder Woman, Justice League Unlimited
Bruce Timm revealed to The World’s Finest what the philosophy was behind changing the character from his 80s roots.
Justice League Unlimited
The show introduced a myriad of villains, some of which were very deep cuts from the comics. Of course, some of them were the most popular during their respective runs, when sensibilities towards creating characters were different. So, when Eclipso was supposed to be introduced in the show, Bruce Timm decided that the character needed a little updating.
Eclipso had to be changed to be adapted for Justice League Unlimited
Eclipso fighting Wonder Woman, Justice League Unlimited
Bruce Timm revealed to The World’s Finest what the philosophy was behind changing the character from his 80s roots.
- 4/22/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
For many fans, Bruce Timm’s Dcau gave the most definitive version of Batman. Matt Reeves’ The Batman took inspiration from Timm’s dark and gritty tone of the character in Batman: The Animated Series. Timm proved that he could develop feature-length animated movies, debuting with the Batman movie, Mask of the Phantasm. However, Timm never once got the call from DC or WB to create a live-action Batman film.
Batman: The Animated Series creator Bruce Timm could’ve done a great job with a live-action film
Timm knows that he missed his chance, admitting that he was too lazy to pursue the live-action project. He was even confident that he could come up with a decent movie, that was better than George Clooney’s Batman & Robin and reached somewhere near Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight.
Bruce Timm Says He Never Got The Call For A Batman Live-Action...
Batman: The Animated Series creator Bruce Timm could’ve done a great job with a live-action film
Timm knows that he missed his chance, admitting that he was too lazy to pursue the live-action project. He was even confident that he could come up with a decent movie, that was better than George Clooney’s Batman & Robin and reached somewhere near Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight.
Bruce Timm Says He Never Got The Call For A Batman Live-Action...
- 4/21/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is one of the most influential creative forces behind the Dcau universe which gives fans one of the best iterations of their beloved Justice League characters. However, the Dcau is also known for bringing to life some of the lesser-known and obscure characters from the pages of DC Comics.
A still from Superman: The Animated Series
One such character was based on beloved comic artist Jack Kirby but Timm might have gone too far by killing him off in an episode of Superman: The Animated Series. However, Timm later explained that the storyline was meant to serve as a tribute to the late great comic artist. Here is everything you need to know about the death of one Superman: The Animated Series character based on Jack Kirby.
Bruce Timm‘s Superman: The Animated Series Killed Off Beloved Character Based on Jack Kirby
Superman: The Animated Series was developed...
A still from Superman: The Animated Series
One such character was based on beloved comic artist Jack Kirby but Timm might have gone too far by killing him off in an episode of Superman: The Animated Series. However, Timm later explained that the storyline was meant to serve as a tribute to the late great comic artist. Here is everything you need to know about the death of one Superman: The Animated Series character based on Jack Kirby.
Bruce Timm‘s Superman: The Animated Series Killed Off Beloved Character Based on Jack Kirby
Superman: The Animated Series was developed...
- 4/21/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
While aimed at kids, Dcau was no stranger to crossing boundaries by incorporating s-xual innuendos and double entendres into their shows in order to keep the adults hooked. Although Batman: The Animated Series, which started it all, and its successor had their fair share of adult jokes packed into them, with Justice League Unlimited, Bruce TImm took it a step further.
This was a result of the plethora of romantic subplots that were incorporated into the series, which also involved a surprising romance arc between Green Lantern and Hawkgirl. Later elaborating on it, Timm revealed it was a result of their experiment with the show’s format.
Hawgirl and Green Lantern’s Romance Was a Result of Jlu’s Serialized Format
Bruce Timm | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
In most comic iterations, Hawkman is often the match for Hawkgirl, but to fans’ surprise, in Justice League Unlimited, we witness a romantic arc between her and John Stewart.
This was a result of the plethora of romantic subplots that were incorporated into the series, which also involved a surprising romance arc between Green Lantern and Hawkgirl. Later elaborating on it, Timm revealed it was a result of their experiment with the show’s format.
Hawgirl and Green Lantern’s Romance Was a Result of Jlu’s Serialized Format
Bruce Timm | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
In most comic iterations, Hawkman is often the match for Hawkgirl, but to fans’ surprise, in Justice League Unlimited, we witness a romantic arc between her and John Stewart.
- 4/20/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm’s pioneering work with DC’s animated shows is a shining example of adaptations done correctly. While TV shows and movies are the main source of entertainment today, back then people were heavily into comic books. Adapting from that material is hard as it is, but keeping it fun for an audience who already knows the direction where your show is going can be even more difficult. And some fans love to spoil those who are new to the genre, flaunting their knowledge.
Kevin Conroy voiced Batman in Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Though they are the main demographics of superhero shows and films, these behavior can sometimes become very annoying. Filmmakers often have to tread carefully so as not to anger them by going too far from the source material, while also giving them something new to watch.
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Kevin Conroy voiced Batman in Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Though they are the main demographics of superhero shows and films, these behavior can sometimes become very annoying. Filmmakers often have to tread carefully so as not to anger them by going too far from the source material, while also giving them something new to watch.
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- 4/20/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm’s animated creations within the DC Animated Universe have garnered widespread acclaim across diverse age demographics. Over time, these shows have evolved, delving into deeper character development and exploring intricate plotlines, including romantic arcs such as that between Green Lantern and Hawkgirl in the Justice League animated series.
Justice League
The show featured both superheroes as the founding members of the Justice League alongside superheroes like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and The Flash. Timm has acknowledged that they occasionally sought to push the boundaries by incorporating mature elements into the animated series.
Bruce Timm on Including Green Lantern And Hawkgirl Romance in Justice League
Bruce Timm’s animated series Justice League explored the romantic dynamic between Green Lanter and Hawkgirl in the episode “Wild Cards.” The episode follows Joker announcing he’s planted bombs to destroy the Strip, prompting the Justice League’s urgent mission to stop his plans.
Justice League
The show featured both superheroes as the founding members of the Justice League alongside superheroes like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and The Flash. Timm has acknowledged that they occasionally sought to push the boundaries by incorporating mature elements into the animated series.
Bruce Timm on Including Green Lantern And Hawkgirl Romance in Justice League
Bruce Timm’s animated series Justice League explored the romantic dynamic between Green Lanter and Hawkgirl in the episode “Wild Cards.” The episode follows Joker announcing he’s planted bombs to destroy the Strip, prompting the Justice League’s urgent mission to stop his plans.
- 4/20/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm and Alan Burnett were among the key creatives behind Batman: The Animated Series. The 90s animated series was a major hit and set the foundation for several other DC projects that eventually took the shape of the fan-favorite Dcau. Since then, the duo has continued working on DC properties, with and without each other.
A still from Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman
In 2003, Burnett worked on the animated film Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman without the involvement of Timm. Burnett chose to recast the role of Penguin in the film with a different voice actor from the previous Dcau installments made under him and Timm. Here is how Timm felt about the recasting as he shared his true thoughts on the matter.
Bruce Timm Shared His Thoughts on the Recasting of Penguin in the Dcau
Bruce Timm created Batman: The Animated Series, with Alan Burnett serving as a...
A still from Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman
In 2003, Burnett worked on the animated film Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman without the involvement of Timm. Burnett chose to recast the role of Penguin in the film with a different voice actor from the previous Dcau installments made under him and Timm. Here is how Timm felt about the recasting as he shared his true thoughts on the matter.
Bruce Timm Shared His Thoughts on the Recasting of Penguin in the Dcau
Bruce Timm created Batman: The Animated Series, with Alan Burnett serving as a...
- 4/20/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Legendary DC writer Alan Burnett was never in line with an idea tossed around the studio for quite a while to make a shocking twist with the character of Batman. Burnett has had mastery over the DC characters in regard to animated features and series. He also has an astounding list of credits to his name including Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series, The New Batman Adventures, Batman Beyond, and Justice League.
A still from Batman Beyond
Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, and Alan Burnett-created show, Batman Beyond, was a critical darling and the has an astonishing connection to the 2004 series Justice League Unlimited surrounding the character of Batman. In a twist of events, the shocking revelation of Batman intensified the whole narrative to the core.
Alan Burnett Will not Accept Bruce Timm’s Surprising Twist To Batman Beyond
Alan Burnett. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Alan Burnett restricted himself from...
A still from Batman Beyond
Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, and Alan Burnett-created show, Batman Beyond, was a critical darling and the has an astonishing connection to the 2004 series Justice League Unlimited surrounding the character of Batman. In a twist of events, the shocking revelation of Batman intensified the whole narrative to the core.
Alan Burnett Will not Accept Bruce Timm’s Surprising Twist To Batman Beyond
Alan Burnett. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Alan Burnett restricted himself from...
- 4/20/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm, the visionary behind iconic DC animations like “Batman: The Animated Series”, wanted to make the “Superman: Doomsday” movie a brutal affair to mirror the shocking violence of the original comic storyline.
A still from Superman: Doomsday
Timm is one of the biggest reasons behind the huge success of the DC Animated Universe. He worked on a number of animated DC films and is one of the greatest contributors to the comic book movie genre. One of his most well-known works is “Superman: Doomsday”, which he had planned a lot more brutal than the final product was.
Bruce Timm Planned To Have “A Lot More Blood” In Superman: Doomsday Before The Studio Stepped In
A still from Superman: Doomsday
The Son of Krypton faced his biggest foe Doomsday in Superman: Doomsday (2007). If there is someone who can almost manhandle the superhero, then it is Doomsday. Thus, the producer...
A still from Superman: Doomsday
Timm is one of the biggest reasons behind the huge success of the DC Animated Universe. He worked on a number of animated DC films and is one of the greatest contributors to the comic book movie genre. One of his most well-known works is “Superman: Doomsday”, which he had planned a lot more brutal than the final product was.
Bruce Timm Planned To Have “A Lot More Blood” In Superman: Doomsday Before The Studio Stepped In
A still from Superman: Doomsday
The Son of Krypton faced his biggest foe Doomsday in Superman: Doomsday (2007). If there is someone who can almost manhandle the superhero, then it is Doomsday. Thus, the producer...
- 4/19/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is an iconic American artist and animator who has been credited with creating the Dcau as we know it today. With a plethora of animated shows to his name, Timm is also one of the creators of Batman: The Animated Series!
With aging characters in the animated show, Bruce Timm was asked a question about why characters in Batman: The Animated Series aged. To answer, Timm simply said that aging the character was the simplest solution in introducing another character while keeping the fan favorites in their spot!
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Why Bruce Timm Aged His Characters In Batman: The Animated Series
In animated shows, characters often do not age so that the series can continue for a longer time. On the other hand, Dcau legend Bruce Timm decided to do exactly the opposite of that and slowly aged his characters...
With aging characters in the animated show, Bruce Timm was asked a question about why characters in Batman: The Animated Series aged. To answer, Timm simply said that aging the character was the simplest solution in introducing another character while keeping the fan favorites in their spot!
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Why Bruce Timm Aged His Characters In Batman: The Animated Series
In animated shows, characters often do not age so that the series can continue for a longer time. On the other hand, Dcau legend Bruce Timm decided to do exactly the opposite of that and slowly aged his characters...
- 4/19/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm attained legendary status when he dabbled in DC mythos and came up with some of the best animated shows in the franchise’s history. Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series, and Justice League serve as a reminder of his great acumen. Much like the great creators of his time, his work was also influenced by several real-life events. And it showed in Justice League.
A still from 2001’s Justice League: The Animated Series
Justice League was airing at a time when tensions were high between the US Government and Iraq. And a few episodes of the DC show seemed heavily inspired by what was happening. While the issue was controversial to begin with, the Justice League managed to steer away from them delivering a beautiful message.
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A still from 2001’s Justice League: The Animated Series
Justice League was airing at a time when tensions were high between the US Government and Iraq. And a few episodes of the DC show seemed heavily inspired by what was happening. While the issue was controversial to begin with, the Justice League managed to steer away from them delivering a beautiful message.
Suggested“He’s more of a bastard than he ever was”: Batman Beyond’s Greatest Addition Was Old Bruce...
- 4/19/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
From the creative forces behind DC Universe Animated Original Movie, DC Showcase came to put the spotlight on lesser-known characters that aren’t generally featured in leading roles. Coming up with a series of 10-minute shorts, Bruce Timm’s fascinating, short-form tales entertained longtime and new DC fans alike.
Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons.
Among all the characters featured in Bruce Timm’s DC Showcase, one that stood out was The Spectre, who is believed to be the strongest DC hero toppling Superman. Since the character came as the first installment in DC Showcase, fans were disappointed at why The Spectre didn’t get a feature-length film. Therefore addressing Warner Bros’ business model, Timm explained his decision.
Bruce Timm Addresses WB’s Business Model and DC Showcase
The DC Universe serves as a home to uncountable superheroes and villains, most of whom have never even had the chance to appear on screen.
Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons.
Among all the characters featured in Bruce Timm’s DC Showcase, one that stood out was The Spectre, who is believed to be the strongest DC hero toppling Superman. Since the character came as the first installment in DC Showcase, fans were disappointed at why The Spectre didn’t get a feature-length film. Therefore addressing Warner Bros’ business model, Timm explained his decision.
Bruce Timm Addresses WB’s Business Model and DC Showcase
The DC Universe serves as a home to uncountable superheroes and villains, most of whom have never even had the chance to appear on screen.
- 4/19/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is known for creating some of the most iconic shows of the DC Animated Universe. He was the mastermind behind legendary shows such as Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series, Justice League, and Batman Beyond. Timm was also instrumental in producing animated films with the DC comic book characters including Batman: Under the Red Hood and The Dark Knight Returns.
While developing the animated shows for DC and WB, Timm reportedly set a proper continuity for the Dcau and even went as far as setting Batman Beyond in the future to protect the established canon. However, the one thing he reportedly did not plan was incorporating villains from Batman and Superman into the Justice League.
Bruce Timm Initially Wanted Justice League To Stand On Its Own A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Creator Bruce Timm has developed iconic shows in the DC...
While developing the animated shows for DC and WB, Timm reportedly set a proper continuity for the Dcau and even went as far as setting Batman Beyond in the future to protect the established canon. However, the one thing he reportedly did not plan was incorporating villains from Batman and Superman into the Justice League.
Bruce Timm Initially Wanted Justice League To Stand On Its Own A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Creator Bruce Timm has developed iconic shows in the DC...
- 4/18/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Throughout the years, a lot of stars have portrayed the role of The Dark Knight, aka Batman, in multiple media franchises. However, we have mostly witnessed the character of Bruce Wayne as the Caped Crusader in live-action roles and not many other versions of Batman have made it to the big screen.
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
In Batman Beyond, we saw a different version of Batman in Terry McGinnis for the first time and even then, Bruce Wayne was still a major character in the series.
Bruce Timm opens up about the problems they faced while making Batman Beyond
Batman is one of the most popular superheroes of DC Comics and will certainly go down in history as one of the greatest superheroes of all time. Multiple series and movies, both animated and live-action of the character have been developed over the years and a lot of...
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
In Batman Beyond, we saw a different version of Batman in Terry McGinnis for the first time and even then, Bruce Wayne was still a major character in the series.
Bruce Timm opens up about the problems they faced while making Batman Beyond
Batman is one of the most popular superheroes of DC Comics and will certainly go down in history as one of the greatest superheroes of all time. Multiple series and movies, both animated and live-action of the character have been developed over the years and a lot of...
- 4/15/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
The legendary Bruce Timm is known for being the creator behind many of DC’s animated offerings. The ‘Timmverse’ saw a new dimension to characters such as Batman, Superman, and the Justice League, with Batman: The Animated Series being one of the most celebrated shows of all time. Timm was quite literally the Godfather of DC animation.
Despite his prowess and Midas touch, the animator was reportedly not too keen on developing one show that went on to become a cult classic. Batman Beyond, which was an original show that was not based on any comic, was reportedly the product of studio interference, which wanted a young, teenage Batman instead of an aging Bruce Wayne.
Bruce Timm Created Batman Beyond After Being Arm-Twisted Into Making A Younger Batman Show A still from Batman Beyond
When Bruce Timm was asked to make a younger Batman show by WB and DC studios,...
Despite his prowess and Midas touch, the animator was reportedly not too keen on developing one show that went on to become a cult classic. Batman Beyond, which was an original show that was not based on any comic, was reportedly the product of studio interference, which wanted a young, teenage Batman instead of an aging Bruce Wayne.
Bruce Timm Created Batman Beyond After Being Arm-Twisted Into Making A Younger Batman Show A still from Batman Beyond
When Bruce Timm was asked to make a younger Batman show by WB and DC studios,...
- 4/15/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm has his name tied to some of the greatest adaptations of the Caped Crusader, including Batman: The Animated Series. With the various animated shows and live action adaptations, Batman is one of the most famous superheroes of the generation and those that came before them. Out of which, the most renowned stands out as Batman Beyond.
A still from Batman Beyond
The futuristic take on an otherwise dark and brooding tale has always gathered attention from fans worldwide. However, there is more to the story than what meets the eye. The story that became a fan favorite was a last minute idea. One that Bruce Timm never intended to make in the first place.
Suggested“My one overriding desire was…”: Bruce Timm’s Only Rule for Batman Beyond May Have Saved Two Dcau Shows from Becoming Irrelevant
In fact, Batman Beyond was an idea put on paper on a whim,...
A still from Batman Beyond
The futuristic take on an otherwise dark and brooding tale has always gathered attention from fans worldwide. However, there is more to the story than what meets the eye. The story that became a fan favorite was a last minute idea. One that Bruce Timm never intended to make in the first place.
Suggested“My one overriding desire was…”: Bruce Timm’s Only Rule for Batman Beyond May Have Saved Two Dcau Shows from Becoming Irrelevant
In fact, Batman Beyond was an idea put on paper on a whim,...
- 4/15/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
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