Appointment In Crime Alley - Bat-May

[@ChannelAwesome]

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[@lucinae8512]

This is based on a story by Dennis O'Neil and the script was written by Gerry Conway, how can the writing get any more awesome for comic nerds!

[@otterzrkuhl]

Batman setting the flowers down and saying “Good people still live here” always brings me to tears.

[@azakive]

hard to admit but same here

[@freeofdeath]

Same 🥲

[@indamax1]

The only idol to whom we could relate, resonate and feel inspired at the same time. Just amazing!

[@FabledHeroes3351]

I really like Leslie Tompkins character whereas Alfred is Bruce’s father figure she is certainly his mother figure

[@briancanning6688]

Gotta throw Gordon in there as a Father figure as well. Remember the episode Iam the Night.

[@MrGabeanator]

Brian Canning uncle jim

[@ThelastdesertRanger]

I think they're his god parents now that you mention it

[@TheGroundedAviator]

@@briancanning6688 Gordon is more the uncle who lets him get away with stuff the parents don't type.

[@MrGabeanator]

@@ThelastdesertRanger i buy that

[@Loremastrful]

I miss Dr. Thompkins in later series. Having her as a doctor who occasionally patched Bats up made more sense than Alfred who is a fantastic British Army Knife doing everything from field medicine to flying the Batwing.

[@joseluissifuentes8639]

They’re both bad-ass characters

[@jacktheflash8478]

Alfred is just that cool

[@berniethekiwidragon4382]

Well, he gave flying the Batwing his best effort. Alfred: Land, you bucket of bolts! Batwing computer: Your funeral. Alfred: Oh... dear...

[@robchuk4136]

A touching episode with a lot of depth. Leslie became as important as Jim Gordon to me. Like him, she's an ally out there in the trenches, but for the other side of the community.

[@toganium4175]

Again, this is another episode that not many people talk about, which is a real shame because it is one of the most mature episodes in the series IMO.

[@enzonoire]

Yeah, man. I'm starting to watch this series and this cap is by far my favourite

[@camilogarciaylasaari1857]

Top 3 heaviest things in Batman: TAS 3. The Batcomputer 2. The giant coin in the Batcave 1. The final scene of "Appointment in Crime Alley"

[@VergilNamodoX3]

0. Bruce's guilt dream about Harvey in Two-Face pt. 2

[@camilogarciaylasaari1857]

@@VergilNamodoX3 Oh shit, you're right

[@omarcogle1965]

4. Batman trying to help Baby Doll

[@benwasserman8223]

Honestly half the time I think the organized criminals like Thorne and Daggert are more unlikeable in their evil than Batman's actual supervillains.

[@manuelalbertoromero9528]

I think that is paltry becuase a large chunk of Batman's rogue gallery is comprised of criminals that became as such becuase of different levels of tragedy that led them to the dark path they walk on now.

[@alexsilva28]

They are. No sympathy whatsoever for them since they are not insane

[@jp3813]

@@alexsilva28 Well, I feel more sympathy for the protagonists in Goodfellas rather than the insane Hannibal Lecter.

[@jp3813]

@@manuelalbertoromero9528 I think it's b/c the supervillains are more charismatic than the mob characters.

[@codyhoskins1319]

@@jp3813 That's what I've always felt. The saner men in the series like Daggett, Thorne, Boyle, and Mockridge are more despicable and unsympathetic in their self-serving power-hungry goals that it's hard not to blame most of the rogues gallery for trying to enact revenge on them and for creating them.

[@blooddemonguy7734]

I watched this episode a few days ago. I like the way crime alley is more than the Wayne's resting place.

[@UltimateGamerCC]

it is indeed more, but that will always be marked as the Waynes' Murder spot.

[@loganboese2946]

"Leslie Tompkins isnt talked about enough" *has horried flashbacks to Stephanie Brown and Cries Deeply*

[@sarafontanini7051]

yeah we ignore that part because it was stupid

[@loganboese2946]

@@sarafontanini7051 I dont know about Stupid. Character derailing. But not stupid.

[@louisduarte8763]

@@sarafontanini7051 Later writers made an Author's Saving Throw (thanks, TVTropes!) for her. I like to think that of Flashpoint and the Nu52 did something right, it was wipe THAT moment from continuity.

[@sarafontanini7051]

@@loganboese2946 the fact it hinges on the idea of a DOCTOR letting an innocent girl die to TEACH BATMAN A FUCKING LESSON is VERY stupid and makes said character a MONSTER. thank fuck they retconned it

[@thenewjord50]

Underrated episode of BTAS. You got the heart racing soundtrack, Batman saving the Crime Alley residents who were deemed as liability in Throne's eyes, and the final seconds of the episode when Batman lay his flowers to the site of his parents murder while Leslie hugged him and show a picture of her hugging Bruce as child can make anybody shred a tear even hardcore Batman fans who grew up watching this as kids. It's a social commentary of greedy big corporations want to destroy a neighborhood instead try to help solve the problem in that neighborhood and understand the residents needs. I wish Leslie was in TNBA because she understands Bruce more than anyone besides Alfred, Barbara and Dick and probably loosened his newly edgey mood in the series

[@kylehunter2674]

I really don’t want these to end 💯. Why can’t May be longer? Lol

[@kawaiiafangirl]

idk if it's just me, but this is my favorite episode from TAS. The end is nothing short of beautiful and Leslie and Bruce's relationship is touching. There's no Joker or Two-Face here, but the episode is so compelling even without a noteworthy villain.

[@usamazahid3882]

This episode brings out any emotion as to what both Leslie Thompkins and Batman said that *"Good People still lived there once and still lived in Crime Alley"* and the picture of the young Leslie comforting the young and sad Bruce also brings emotional comfort to me. Thanks Walter.

[@ThenewTchannel]

You've hit a character's personality and importance on the nose once again. Dr. Thompkins is a wonderful character to watch, just as wise as Alfred, but coming across somewhat calmer

[@CHAKE-LIX]

Alfred Pennyworth became Bruce's father after his biological one departed. While Leslie Thompkins became his mother after his biological one departed.

[@titanguy7316]

I never thought a cartoon could bring such feelings out of me (well, back when I was seven or eight and Pixar wasn’t around yet), but that’s what this episode does! Plus once again, Shirley Walker’s haunting music just elevated it that much more.

[@CalciumChief]

So, is there gonna be Super June, Justice July, August Unlimited and like September Beyond?

[@ThePreciseClimber]

Static October, Zeta November?

[@poweroffriendship2.0]

December Titans

[@ACook94]

Mr. Friendship December The Titans

[@DigiRangerScott]

I feel like you'd be better off covering the whole stories of Justice League but even then your be a few days short

[@tarmaque]

I'm still pushing for "Suptember."

[@francisfatta]

You know, I feel like Batman the animated series is like the dark knight before dark knight was a thing.

[@halleyangel1706]

Well the Dark Knight took a lot from this show.

[@julienmorozof8082]

It's The Dark Knight without the """""realism"""""

[@Thespeedrap]

Batman animated series still the best Batman ever sorry Nolanites Bale's Version sucked.

[@MrHEC381991]

Except TAS is miles better.

[@AishaVonFossen]

I feel the same way, and also I think this series did Batman better. LOL

[@briancanning6688]

I cant be the only one that wants him to do the ENTIRE series!!

[@TheCreepypro]

an underrated episode that doesn't get enough credit for how good it is glad it can get some recognition here

[@Deftonesdsm]

Started rewatching season 1-3 and i forgot how great the music was. I mean even goofy episodes has an amazing orchestra soundtrack. I cant think of any cartoon now or old with such amazing subtle and at times suspenseful music track. Definitely one of the best animated series ever

[@starwarsfankhalil6192]

One of the greatest Batman TAS episodes ever

[@alexandrefrauches132]

Alfred and Lucious Fox are great supporting characters, but Leslie still the best. Really hope that she appear in a future Batman movie, showcasing her as a mother figure for Batman.

[@ExplorerDS6789]

Lucius was really downplayed in this series. He didn't even know Bruce was Batman. In fact, I think Lucius Fox only gained popularity again when Morgan Freeman portrayed him

[@alexandrefrauches132]

@@ExplorerDS6789 This plus the fact the Nolan film actually gave Lucius a upgrade by giving him the role of the inventor of Batman's gadgets, basically making Lucius into the Q to Batman's James Bond.

[@BugsyFoga]

Seems like an episode to get people super emotional.

[@ReignSupreme2014]

Are we doing Bat-May every year now? Because I’m seriously loving this series!

[@matthewstoneback9]

This is outstanding work, you guys. I'd forgotten some of these episodes even existed. Keep up it up!

[@LegoMenFilms]

will you ever do a Super-September for Superman TAS?

[@LowellLucasJr.]

I swear, the many tears BTAS already has brought me..and then this episode......❤!

[@PhoenixHealing]

I loved Dr. Thompson’s and the fact she has the same name as me makes me feel happy ☺️

[@Lesley_RedRhody]

I always felt the same way. 💚😉😉💚

[@Thespeedrap]

Mad Hatter a underrated bad guy.I hope he gets a live adaptation.

[@skabcat242]

Looking back at this episode reminds me how well written this show was.

[@deoxys3869]

I always get teary eyed anytime Batman visits crime alley and sets the flowers down

[@lunamoonstone2350]

this was another episode that made me cry. it was bittersweet but well told. I always saw Leslie as Bruce's mother figure and Alfred as his father figure.

[@scottiemoseley2116]

This is one of my favorite episodes. It tells the batman origin story in a really unique way.

[@senonimoustv2497]

I absolutely adore this episode Bruce's relationship with Leslie is so wholesome. Seeing her in danger and him rushing to rescue her keeps you on the edge of your seat.

[@curtiscarpenter9881]

The music was more iconic or as iconic as the series, it beautifully tied in the tone and set a pace with batman's 9 PM deadline.

[@jajabinx35]

Honestly, i'm amazed how this episode didn't get any awards for the music. Was perfect for each scene in this episode.

[@fabulousmyriad267]

3:58-"You and those like you..you're the hope of crime alley. Maybe the only hope our tormented civilisation has left!" I like to think Bruce expresses the same sentiment towards Jason Todd despite their fractured relationship. It can't be coincidental that Bruce trains & adopts his second Robin from Crime Alley.

[@JRGProjects]

One of the funniest moments in BTAS is when Bats is talking to the SWAT officer. Batman: if you move in the hostage might get hurt. SWAT: Who do you think you are? Batman casually walks by and all the officer says is.... "Oh"

[@chrisazylum6624]

Remember the Batman Arkham City easter egg where you paid your respects to Bruce's parents?

[@Eddie_King]

BAT MAY HAS BEEN AMAZING!!!! PLEASE KEEP IT UP!!

[@Tdidonato]

I absolutely love the music in this music

[@ashleytuchin7693]

I adore this episode, that final scene gives me chills! I had no idea it was taken directly from a comic though.

[@chrisanderson2204]

I love these frequent uploads, keep em coming

[@DanBrizuela]

I love Morena Baccarin's portrayal in Gotham. Though I agree that she should be featured in more live action adaptations, especially in the movies.

[@Thespeedrap]

Morena is hot like 🔥

[@Lesley_RedRhody]

A character with my name (obviously not the same spelling) voiced by Diana Muldaur? How could I *NOT* love this episode? 💚🤗🤗💚

[@zaheermalik2646]

I love this episode, thank you, thank you!

[@mskiara18]

I wish we could see this side of Leslie more, and how she was in the comics. I definitely enjoyed that she mentioned in Batman #577 that she will pray for him during this troubling times. She and Alfred are Bruce's parental figures and moral support, and deserve more praise for this.

[@Firewizard23]

I would like you to continue to do the entire series. I really like these reviews.

[@Aluhcav]

I cried rewatching this episode, and I loved it.

[@DetroitAlan01]

I feel this was one of the best episodes. It got under the cape and to the heart of the Dark Knight. It also did a good job of establishing Roland Daggett as a corporate foil to Bruce Wayne’s economic responsibility and charity.

[@nikobrien88]

This episode is the most Batman study episode of all the show. I cried at some scenes in this episode. I want Dagget buried more than any other character on this show. Leslie is the sweetest character in Batman's life. She's the aunt Batman needs.

[@georgesears2916]

It has been decades since I saw this episode yet somehow I remembered Leslie Thompkin's voice and I somehow knew it was the same actor who played Dr Puloski on Star Trek the next generation.

[@mayhemx9]

To be honest bat may is the best thing from this channel in years for my opinion

[@PrimesWidom]

this episode always makes me cry, but i love it.

[@angelusdemorte3]

This is my Favorite of the entire series.

[@jajabinx35]

Same and the music is so memorable

[@UltimateGamerCC]

looking back now really helps me realize that Doc Thompson was like a surrogate mother for Bruce, kinda sad that they burned that bridge in Gotham, turning her into an anti-heroine of sorts, and not being involved in Bruce's childhood. but maybe that was for the best, for Alfred and Bruce in Gotham very much have a parent and child kind of relationship, which Doc Thompson may have complicated if she was thrown in.

[@ChrisCastellaniCLC]

That transition shot at 2:49 is really powerful.

[@jlev1028]

Man, this is an episode I wish I saw during my first exposure to BtAS. It has mature storytelling, relevant stakes, a memorable theme, and the debut of one of the most interesting side characters in Batman lore. There's no better way to make Roland Daggett, someone who invented a chemical that turned a famous actor into a criminal addict and eventually mutated him into a monster, even more of an evil scumbag than to havw him hire an expert arsonist to blow up an impoverished neighborhood. The only flaw with "Appointment in Crime Alley" is there should've been a scene where Bruce removed his mask when he's alone with Leslie Thompkins to show his vulnerable, human side.

[@darkhoursofday6250]

This was only an okay episode. And that is why this may be the best show of all time. Any other show and this would be the best, most heartfelt episode. It's amazing. But it's one of many brilliant stories this show birthed.

[@naughtycicero1460]

Dr. Leslie Thompkins? Gotham memories intensifying

[@berniethekiwidragon4382]

My favourite comeback line of the episode: "Nobody values human lives like YOU, Daggett." Edit: When I get into debates on social issues, I would employ this line when the other party says something I see as callous.

[@ReveiwKing999]

As praise-worthy as this incredible episode is, a highlight I don't think that gets appreciated enough in it is the performance of Charles "Roger Rabbit" Fleischer as Daggett's henchman Nitro.

[@TheDunnDusted]

I have to say, I feel like they did Thompkins dirty in Gotham, turning her into a mob boss, temporarily insane, marrying a mobster, going through an offscreen miscarriage. She was supposed to be one of the paragons of Gotham in Batman's life next to Alfred or Gordon. I guess they wanted to develop her more, but it always felt like she was a victim of other peoples choices rather than someone struggling to do right in a crazy world.

[@joseluissifuentes8639]

If Leslie Tompkins returns to a future series, I want her like the Animated series counterpart but can defend herself in a fight making her Alfred levels of good

[@scottmarshall3377]

Ok this is my second favourite batman episode and always has been

[@DSan-kl2yc]

It's good. The save with the train or streetcar is one I remember well.

[@enzonoire]

I've just finished watching this episode. That ending made me really tear up 😢

[@keijijohnson9754]

With a character like Leslie, I’m surprised they haven’t thought about implementing her into the story for the next Batman film. With the direction I’ve been hearing them going about for the film, she would’ve been perfect for that one.

[@garethtrevor2920]

Batman animated series appointments in Crimean alley is all fl time favorite epidsode of Batman animated series

[@curtiscarpenter9881]

The music was the best of the series. I think it would make a good film.

[@ronniemoustafhim3957]

This episode really shows us Bruce

[@sipioc]

Damn I teared up a little

[@elder-woodsilverstein7716]

3:25 If you look closey, you can see the comdeian man from The Forgotten episode.

[@nathancruz9172]

I remember the time when Joe chill shots Bruce’s parents as a kid from Batman begins to dawn of justice and original comic books.

[@smashingpots9928]

Such a great show! Comic it was based on was remarkable

[@derickpelton3107]

1st episode that made me cry.

[@JackMensahBonsu]

Crime alley is where Bruce's parents were murdered.

[@garythehippopotamus9536]

no shit sherlock

[@JackMensahBonsu]

@@garythehippopotamus9536 Dude, stop the bullying. You don't want anyone to commit suicide like that Asian girl who read those horrible tweets.

[@themostbritishpersonalive868]

@@JackMensahBonsu i do strengths the gene pool

[@therealhardrock]

A Live action Leslie Thompkins played by Gates McFadden would have been a perfect addition to the Nolanverse.

[@renamon5658]

This is pure nostalgia

[@wattsink2009]

Oh boy! One of my favorite underrated villains is coming up next!

[@nadimwallani1713]

Leslie new Bruce's parents both leslie and Thomas(Bruce's dad ) were docters so they were both friends and colleagues that's why she is probably protective of Bruce

[@brinkieb9269]

My fav episode of the series

[@alithanar8]

1:07 well at least we know where Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski live now

[@twilightsky1580]

I remember this episode weirdly vividly.

[@JustAnOldStone]

1:58 "CHARTY BALL HUGE SUCCESS"

[@Mbq-sh6bj]

2:20 Odd that the headline reads "... Dr Leslie Thompkins comforts Bruce Wayne, victim's son" and not "... *victims'* son". Did the journalist covering the story not consider one of Bruce's parents actually dead or actually a victim?

[@getmario64]

This episode felt very real about meeting someone who helps the situation from the hero's problems and goes saving the neighborhood while Daggett plans to demolish the ghetto with poor people. I really stand out this episode and it's a must see because watching Batman trust with his old psychiatrist friend and trying hard to save people and then our son of a bitch Daggett destroys the town without no saving it and wins for his own company which he turn out to be a money grabbing jerk after Clayfave episodes. Its a bittersweet, emotional, and watching Batman and Leslie comforts for having a ceremony for parent's death was a sad and kindly episode and putting at the end with the old image was superior and very importantance. Go see it.

[@nunka34ify]

Now I know where Spider-Man 2’s epic train scene got its inspiration from

[@Asaylum117]

Dang, this episode was sad. And it is interesting to see other people knowing who is Batman, besides Alfred and Dick Greyson.

[@harsyakiarraathallah2222]

My Top 3 Greatest Cartoons of All Time: 1. Avatar: the Last AirBender 2. Batman: the Animated Series 3. the Simpsons

[@charliem9831]

She killed Spoiler!!!! Although they took that back a few years later...oy

[@CJ-ln5ov]

Yeah, I feel like starting over and watching these in production order. I’m only 10 or 12 episodes in, anyhow.

[@s.r.polaris5569]

hey can you keep this going even when may ends? please :c

[@circa81]

Mad hatter? Cool! I really hope you can get to I am the night and the Demon's Quest.

[@Nickster891]

comes back to this video after thinking about what he means about how crime alley will never be like it was when bruce's parents were alive for a bit * now i feel this is and isn't the message of the final lines of the episode the doctor is saying things have changed and can never go back to the way they were bruce/batman however is saying not everything has changed there's still parts of crime alley that are like how they were before you just gotta know where to look

[@nourshokr3291]

Why is Batman so good at hitting home runs? He has a batting cage.

[@neilstone3583]

Tompkins used to be popular unfortunately since in the comics it was said she let Stephanie Brow die (before the retcon) as a way to show teens the harm of being heroes a lot of people stopped liking her. Recently she's earned back some people but still that one decision which was so out of character had ruined her for a while

[@Gojiro7]

1:07 apparently, Tompkins neighbor is Bruce Timm XD

[@JasonJacksonJames]

3:26 I'm pretty sure that's the guy from Forgotten