Batman Beyond Needs a Movie

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Hey, how ya doin’? I hope you are doing well. HiTop Films here, Uncle HiTop, back at it with another Batman Video Essay. This time on Batman Beyond, specifically, why Batman Beyond Needs a Movie. How has there not been a movie, or at least a show, about Terry McGinnis, about Old Bruce Wayne. The work of the DC Animated Universe team, the DCAU, is unmatched and their greatest creation might just be Batman Beyond. Listen to me rave about Batman Beyond while disguising the passionate ramblings as a pitch for why Batman Beyond Needs a Movie. God, Return of The Joker is so good. This was such a blast to work on genuinely, haven’t had this much fun creating a video since the early days of Batman Does Not Kill. Thank you for subscribing, and for supporting me and our Jason Todd Fan Film for so long. Means the world. Will HiTop Films ever stop making HiTop Films Batman videos? Let me know your favorite “Timmverse” character? Or show.
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[@HiTopFilms]

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[@BOXER53]

NO

[@awl3452]

YES

[@BOXER53]

@@awl3452 shut up

[@BasketCase420]

​@@BOXER53 yes

[@selfimprovement5873]

I think anyone who makes this movie should at least watch the first season of Batman Beyond.

[@Juan_Reyna_]

Literally everything about Batman Beyond is something everyone wants. A cyberpunk dystopian world with a loved IP and is relatable to teens. They have a billion dollar franchise on their hands

[@Sara-dp5dg]

And the new comics that came out are really good. Dc and warner are sitting von a gold mine!

[@nerychristian]

True. Imagine a Batman Beyond in the visual style of Blade Runner 2049.

[@user-xv6vt1qx4p]

It should have been the last arkham game Rip kevin

[@RhysCropper]

One that could be fucked up VERY easily. So much of me wants more of it but so much more of me fears the worst for any attempt.

[@nerychristian]

@@RhysCropper I think Brie Larson would make a good Terry.

[@yash_kapoor]

It’s shocking how Batman Beyond hasn’t been on the silver or big screen yet. It’s ripe with potential for a great series.

[@KingOfTheMonsters07]

IKR?! The premise is so unique that it'd be a refresher for Batman films!

[@parkerboy795]

Or a game. There is alot you could do with either.

[@PrimordialBeing360]

Facts

[@CorbCorbin]

Yeah, they wasted time and money on a Batwoman tv show, a Batgirl movie, and now another CW produced Bat-verse show. It’s especially ripe to do, while the Reeves Batman, has the attention of more casual comic book folks. That opening with him having to point the gun, is perfect. WB and Marvel are wasting time, not having Justice League and Avengers series. Each company, could do a series with different characters, like JLU and Avengers: EMH did it. I’d rather see a Beyond series, because Terry is the only character who I’ve ever truly accepted as the new Batman.

[@dame8437]

I thought you had a mil subs

[@joelsilva699]

Who’s back here after news of WB turning down pitch for an animated Batman Beyond movie?

[@17ironknight]

We were robbed I tell ya , ROBBED!!!!!

[@DarkKnight_]

WB is so fucking stupid

[@Girl_Man_21]

Me...

[@Tar9ntula]

Here! Lmao Warner Bros is a Joke at this point.

[@TheTaintedWisdom]

I didn't hear about that but it doesn't surprise me in the goddamn slightest...

[@Z1nt3k]

"One must learn how to become the Bat while the other must relearn how to be a man." This is a great and very accurate quote. Hopefully we see an adaptation before we're as old as Bruce.

[@LaggyNick]

That scene in the first episode of Bruce being forced to hold a gun to his enemy because he's too old to save himself, absolutely heartbreaking. Batman Beyond deserves a movie.

[@theoutsiderjess4869]

Even the guy he was aiming the gun at looked a bit sad to see Batman stoop so low

[@Chiiljoejoee]

Damn Fr

[@jajo3203]

​@@theoutsiderjess4869 Not sad just terrified and shocked

[@MilestheDirtyMindedGoblin2099]

It was a very good introduction

[@theoutsiderjess4869]

@@jajo3203 when I looked into his eyes he was terrified but ifk why but he looked sad as well to me like he didn't expect that

[@botz77]

Paul Dini. I truly believe Paul Dini's writing was what made Batman: The Animated Series and Batman Beyond so amazing.

[@CharlesMotosierra]

The Arkham games too

[@DarkInception]

And Hilary J Bader

[@nerychristian]

@@DarkInception And Hilary R. Clinton

[@arthurfleck629]

@@nerychristian Maybe not her lol

[@NotAnRPGGuy]

After seeing this video I started watching Batman Beyond and as someone who’s never seen it before I’m glad to say it’s fantastic. The futuristic aesthetic, the dynamic between Terry and Bruce, the new villains, it’s all awesome!

[@zacariasnelson5753]

In a word, it's shway

[@Gunvillain]

I never noticed until now that, Terry and Bruce really did need each other. Terry needed that mentor figure in his life to help him atone for his past mistakes by helping others. Bruce needed Terry for companionship in his old age where everyone around him is either dead, or has stop talking to him. Great chemistry could be so easily adapted to the big screen. Just to think that the visuals of something like Blade Runner 2049 with the Batman grit to it would be amazing. Terry's teenage anger & willingness to do the right thing is what was so captivating to me when I was a kid. This would be a fresh take on the Batman that we desperately need.

[@slewone4905]

the last show, which is actually on Justice league , it is clear they needed each other.

[@tkvamp3416]

One of the most unsettling scenes in that first or second episode is Bruce shutting down the suit, sitting alone in the Batcave listening to Terry get almost get beaten to death. It shows how cold Bruce has gotten, and his conscience does eventually win out, but you could never imagine the OG animated series Batman even considering that.

[@easternequinox9324]

If Batman Beyond ever gets a live action adaptation then I for one would love a romance between Melanie and Terry. The Catwoman and Batman thing will always be fun to watch but having a reverse version of Selina where she wants to quit the life of crime and would rather live an honest and simple life would be very refreshing in my opinion.

[@toravisu2614]

But Dana!

[@IccyTheOne]

​@@toravisu2614Melanie is way finer than Dana.

[@lunabearsong2043]

​@@toravisu2614 Dana can honestly be a character in her own right, like Max, who can help Terry without her realizing his identity. I was actually hoping for more of her character development outside of Terry as the show went on before it ended.

[@lunabearsong2043]

I would love to see more of their dynamic and development. They understand each other. One thing I appreciate so much is that Terry isn't a completely good character. He's snarky and sarcastic and hardened and a bit jaded with that lovely touch of arrogant naivety and still grieving about his dad. He struggles so much, and he's wonderfully layered and complex. Same way with Melanie. She's struggling with her own past and darkness, but where Terry is getting pulled deeper in, she's trying to get out. Not to mention her family uses and exploits her and only cares about what benefits she can bring to them. I sincerely wish it had ran for at least another two seasons under the same writers and staff and cast. It's a brilliant, underrated show. And I hate that they never addressed how Terry technically cheated on Dana with Melanie. Which could have worked if they'd addressed it or placed it the episode where Dana and Terry took that break. Still so much beautiful story to tell.

[@NickGuy0320]

Max is the obvious best girl for terry

[@volcanicgoldfish6914]

I actually cried watching this video, your passion and love for these characters and this story bleeds through the screen. Thank you.

[@JUNIORSUICIDE99]

Bro im crying now 4/22/23 6:33pm i just really love this series😢

[@siddharthsvparmar]

❤

[@bjmcmahon722]

❤

[@gianlazzarini]

❤

[@TalentedLMT]

In a perfect world, I wish you would be paid to direct a Batman beyond live action movie. Your painstakingly crafted videos are always such a true joy to watch.

[@auroraborealis4468]

Terry was just as iconic of a character to me as Bruce as a kid, so seeing any love for the guy make my day!

[@roc5291]

I can only imagine what a quality director and cinematographer could do with Neo Gotham. That would be a world I’ve been dying to see on screen for a LONG time. As much as Bruce Wayne will ALWAYS be Batman, I can tell audiences are dying for something new and interesting and not just yet another interpretation of the Batman/Joker story. Bring on Terry McGinnis!!!!

[@JosephDutra]

Roger A. Deakins could do it!

[@akmalrusydi2730]

@@JosephDutra and Denis Ville never misses, He's a great director with a clear writing and artsyle in his directing. His track records are almost flawless too, i think he's the one if we were to ever get a Batman Beyond movie. Dune, Prisoners, Arrival, Blade RUnner 2049, Sicario, it'd make his career shine even more.

[@thomasledwidge8538]

Hear me out, Ari Aster for director. Batman Beyond body horror film

[@tcrijwanachoudhury]

It's very possible scripts are being written and sent to WB and it's even more possible that they're turning a shit tone of them down. But I'm sure well see a director get there hands on script eventually, but the point is it's not solely in the power of the director but rather the studio

[@traxathon4464]

Ever since I was a small child, one scene from the first episode has always lived in my head. "Don't you know who we are old man? We're the Jokers!" "Sure you are."

[@jackservans6906]

I think that Ace the Bat-Hound is actually an essential component of Batman Beyond. Ace is a broken dog, but one that I like the think kept Bruce going all those years.

[@ryanmartin6580]

I’m devastated that my dream of Kevin Conroy finally being able to maybe portray a live-action Batman role as elderly Bruce Wayne can no longer come to fruition. 😢 Would love to see a fantastic director like Denis Villeneuve helm a genuine attempt at a live-action Batman Beyond. SO much potential there

[@fellow7224]

It already did happen. He played an Older Bruce in the Arrowverse.

[@alexdevine9713]

Although Denis Vilenlueve would be great, I can't see him doing a comic book movie.

[@MegaMagicdog]

@@fellow7224 Considering his lack of screen time and being a murdering jerk, it doesn't count.

[@PrettyMuchBlack]

If DC is greedy enough they would probably make a CG Conroy.

[@SoftPiet]

⁠@@PrettyMuchBlacknot even a probably at this point 😒

[@Gryzbowski]

It's honestly a shame that Alex doesn't have as many subs as we all think he should. His content is meaningful, intelligent, and well put together. This man needs more recognition.

[@paulp3992]

Alex needs to write a script or something to the point much much quicker. After 3min he's said nothing of any substance. I bet a ton of people are like me and just turned away.

[@samatar6852]

He probably would have more subs if he expanded his brand from being raimi dickrider/batman simp/mcu hater lol.

[@fervidusproductions8725]

@@paulp3992 nah just you pal

[@isa2758]

@@fervidusproductions8725 well atleast 6 lmao and you look outnumbered 🤣🤣

[@pwnagraphic690]

My buddy used to work as a crewmember for film and this was in the works YEARS ago. I'm a huge Batman fan and he sent me one of the posters they had drawn up for it. I have it framed and hanging on my wall to this day.

[@gabrielmcmillan]

Can you show it to us?

[@pwnagraphic690]

@@gabrielmcmillan wish you could post pics to YT comments. Would be happy to. It sits right above my PC.

[@gabrielmcmillan]

@@pwnagraphic690 You don’t have a twitter account?

[@irksam7752]

One of the most filmic Video Essays I have ever seen! The aspect ratio, the test style, the grade - all match the content so well. Sick video, man.

[@DVRKKNIGHT]

As a huge fan of Batman and Cyberpunk/Blade Runner aesthetics, Batman Beyond will always be one of my favorite versions of the character. Plus, BB had one of the most badass theme songs. I hope you make a video about the 2004 Batman show one day. Both shows are so underrated.

[@madhukarg8052]

Same here

[@lecomingbegend497]

Richard Madden. Someone like a young Richard (late teens) would be ideal for Terry imo

[@appl3s0ft]

If they ever make Batman Beyond a live action movie, I think a dance club fight scene would be cool. Something like a cross between the Iceberg Lounge scene, Return of the Joker and John Wick

[@jan279]

Now that you mention it, I feel like the John Wick aesthetic would fit Batman Beyond really well.

[@appl3s0ft]

@@jan279 god you’re so right, the neon color palette fits so well for Neo Gotham.

[@Gadget-Walkmen]

Batman Beyond had some SUPER awesome villain designs, it always shocks me on how great and amazingly well done those villains were showcased in that show!

[@BeatsByVoid]

The script you wrote for this one was incredible. I had chills for the first 10 damn minutes 😂

[@DarthArachnious]

I love this version of Bruce Wayne. In the episode, Revenant, when he tells Terry that he has seen it all. This is a 80 year old man who fought everything from street thugs to mad scientists, insane criminals, demi gods, cosmic entities, giant robots, mythical creatures, aliens, and worse of all. Evil versions of himself.

[@N00bkillr693]

Man do I want a Batman Beyond movie myself as well but like you pointed out, it would take A LOT of money to be put into this project. If we ever do get this movie, I am afraid that the non-comic reading audience will slander it for being a Spider-Man rip off for making Batman a teen and having a costume that is very similar with Miles Morales’s suit when in reality Batman Beyond came out first then Miles

[@dantetovar]

realistically,terry is a copy of spiderman 2099

[@cartoonishidealism582]

Haven't seen anyone mention it so full respect for making the video's aspect ratio the same as the Batman Beyond TV show

[@Kazelicious18]

Easily my favorite rendition of Batman. Terry McGinnis is really the perfect contender to bring honor back to the DC movies lol. Fantastic love letter of a video giving this series and this character it's flowers. Thank you!

[@mycahjofficial]

*I couldn’t agree more. I’ve been saying this for years it would be awesome to see a live adaptation of Batman Beyond. The show is so massively underrated.*

[@joshcooke4196]

This was the Batman animated series I grew up with. Arguably the most iconic perspective on Batman for me, it’s what showed me the power of Batman and the complexity of fear, regret, hope and growing up. You described the beauty of the dynamic between Bruce and Terry incredibly. ❤️ P.S. can’t wait for Jason, everything you’ve shown so far looks great, can’t wait to see what you and your team have cooked up.

[@everettenjeze6276]

Idk how you do it man. “The Batman is Dead” section made me tear up. Your video essays on these superheroes is best in class. You need to write your own stories one day whether it be in comics, movies, or tv shows.

[@melleen629]

I agree, but I would really like it to be animated. I believe Batman always works best animated, and in the age of Spiderverse, I'd really really love this to happen.

[@jakeneveloff6520]

yes.

[@dokai5253]

i 100% agree. all of the vivid colors/future aesthetics would look great in a spiderverse-esque feature film

[@Paydro787]

It would have to be an adult animation !

[@jan279]

Now that you mention it, it makes me wonder why not even DC's animation department has tapped on Batman Beyond for all these years, I feel like there's still so much to be explored with 'Beyond' as a vehicle yet it seems like they already sent him to the retirement home.

[@kadegetslaid634]

​@@Paydro787why would it be? Spiderverse wasnt and it was amazing

[@dwrd_lgm]

You're a pretty big inspiration to me, Alex. Your analyses and takes on characters are always too fascinating and beautiful to miss :)

[@HiTopFilms]

Thank you!

[@haruhirogrimgar6047]

I created a tradition of writing a game review before I start my homework each day (something which my professors keep adding to day after day as the semester is almost over) and HiTop Films + Internet Pitstop are easily the two biggest inspirations for the format and what I try to channel. They both have such an amazing way of taking a piece of *art* and stripping away the complex mechanics of it, breaking it down past the logical 10-hour-video criticisms, just to reveal the emotion that it presents and incites. The Suicide Squad is "alive", Birds of Prey is "Fantabulous", there is very little as "magical" as that Gameboy Advance start screen when out and about. (note that I love 10 hour analysis as well though. But I certainly have a preference for "reviews" that wear their heart on their sleeve.)

[@LyricYard237]

This might be my favorite KZbinr of all time. Your essays hit so f*cking hard ong. I’ve heard of Batman couple of times but you truly got me hooked on Batman media. I can’t begin to express how much you inspire me to do better. Thank you, Alex. 🙏

[@HiTopFilms]

Thank you!

[@GhostaTheHidden]

I definitely think Michael Keaton could play an older version of Batman along with Dylan O'Brien as the young Terry, also surprisingly turning Tim Burton's universe into a dystopian cyberpunk world sounds awesome!

[@thesentinel5523]

THIS ^

[@jacobsimpson699]

this is the second video of yours ive watched. i dont think ive seen another youtuber who gets batman the way that you do. keep up the awesome work bro, these videos literally give me chills

[@bluekinghtbeyond]

Your video editing and writing always inspires me to make my future video projects better and I really love when you added I am vengeance I am the knight from Kevin Conroy to Will Friedle saying I am Batman that part really got to me emotionally and I really appreciate you for making that.

[@HiTopFilms]

Thank you dude! That part was a joy to edit.

[@imnotreal9870]

This guy can really voice exactly how I feel about these amazing characters, Mr hi top you are a legend

[@HiTopFilms]

thank you kindly

[@starc0unter]

The passion and love behind your takes and videos is astonishing. Imagine that kind of care being put into a movie and idea like this, what a film for generations it would be.

[@matmachina]

„We all want to turn our pain into something good.“ That one hit home my dude. Amazing work, as always. Don’t you dare stop doing what you do!!!

[@brandawgz]

Loved Terry and his story since I was a young child. Still love it how as a young adult. I’ve been saying for years they should make a Batman Beyond movie I couldn’t agree more with this idea. Another amazing video as per usual!

[@helloookevin]

man i literally can't tell you enough how much i adore your videos, the way you talk, the way you choose your words, the way you are so incredibly passionate about these characters, every single damn video of yours is astonishingly beautiful to me and i watch them even though i have no idea about batman beyond or something else but they really really inspire me and show me what is possible when creating characters. fr your videos are gorgeous man

[@ianmcintyre5631]

Hey Alex, Been a longtime viewer and I don't keep up with comments and all but I hope you see this one and I'm sorry if others already tell you a lot: I really appreciate the voice and flow of your writing for video scripts. It's a refreshing break from traditional structures and pauses that always feels so passionate even if you were to read it in monotone. So refreshing, really, that I can watch every video you make without knowing jack-all about the topic because the emotion in your voice and words is compelling enough to make me feel and relate. I hope you're doing well.

[@charris22]

This video and your writing is so fire. You lay out the themes so well. I hope someone from WB sees this and it helps them frame a large scale production. Thanks for speaking about this topic!

[@sherrd100]

This took every word and more out of my mouth. It’s all there. It’s like Batman meets Iron Man or something, but way darker. It’s perfect.

[@dungusglumbus9946]

I think Batman Beyond hasn’t been adapted yet because the style is so easy to mess up. The suit looks awesome in animation, but it’s probably tricky to recreate in real life while still looking cool. It’s hard to recreate that dystopian Blade Runner aesthetic.

[@NotSoSuperheroProd]

Once again you've blown me away with your striking, heartfelt words. I've been wanting a Batman Beyond movie forever and you're so right. It has everything a studio could ask for. Anyway, you're great, and I hope YOU have a lovely day

[@spam3570]

got really high and this video had me drooling like a baby sensory vid. really well written and put together this is why i ❤ u hitop

[@jacksonlloyd]

I love the aesthetic of this show (and the video), feel like this show isn't talked about enough still for how much style & personality it has. The quality of the video was insane as always

[@mynameiskyler1996]

I recently just started watching this show! Holy shit this show is way too underrated! We need to see Terry in more adaptations! Maybe in future DC films! Who knows?! Anyways, well put together video essay Alex!!

[@ragerhot]

We need a Batman Beyond game. I can't believe Rocksteady is doing a suicide squad game instead of this. This is the most obvious cash cow

[@joryking787]

The way you articulate your ideas and feelings about these characters and point of view is inspiring. I can’t wait to see a Batman film with your hands on it, any film at that. Salute

[@MatthewJones-uz2ic]

"Here's a clip! Uh, just kidding." Alex, you can't mess with our emotions like that. In all seriousness, it's good to see another great essay from you. I hope YOU'RE doing well, man.

[@dynaguy3]

Really excited for James Luke's Batman Beyond CG animation. That's what the theatrical movie should look like

[@Prometheusz99]

bro...no joke your editing and script is by far one of the bests ive seen in youtube....keep up

[@Semicomedichare]

I love the “we all want to be something” tangent followed by “and we all love Batman

[@isaacsee3807]

The voice for something like this is never big enough, and everything everyone says is beyond true and has been said for a while, we’ve gotten screwed over not getting a movie twice, but if it comes at the right time it could be AMAZING

[@christopherlewis4595]

Wow, really well done!! I'd vote for you to do it, lol That needs someone with this much love and passion for it to do it justice!! And as long as they don't cut your budget or stiffle you/ whoever directs it... pure gold!!!

[@ragibshahriar187]

I always cry watching your masterpieces. I can't express enough, what your videos mean to me. They are like a flood of emotions.

[@kylethestud1237]

Who’s here after the concept art got released by the Spider-Verse directors?

[@SeasideDetective2]

I definitely want to see "Batman Beyond" in film form! But in order for it to be effective, I feel it has to be done by Tim Burton and Michael Keaton. We must go back to where it all began...and see what has changed and what has not.

[@troywinston]

I have wanted to see more of this since I first watched the series years ago. A recent run of comics came out, too, and were really good. It's so obvious this should be continuing on. Much good here...

[@Durvington]

Your videos are perfect, and perfect for the algorithm. I’m no dc fan whatsoever, but I come back to your videos year after year. I’ve only ever really cared for Batman and the characters around him. I’m excited for your robin fan film! Keep it up hitop -disney/marvel fan(not a shill)

[@keenanmyers8576]

I think Kevin Costner would be a great bruce for this movie. He portrays this jaded but inherently strong and unchanging figure in most of his roles and I think that would promote so much for this movie if it were made

[@StrikrEureka219]

This video was absolutely amazing! I love Batman beyond and it barely gets talked about. Blade runner is one of my favorites so that director is a great call!

[@masonm87]

Hey man, you're good at this. You tell a good story, and you make good use of imagery to help paint a picture which means the editing feels right. The pace and timbre of your speech makes for a compelling pitch/argument; you find a way to demand that the emotion comes out of what you're writing when you speak it into the microphone. These are marketable skills; keep doing what you're doing.

[@Simplyfitalex]

Batman beyond got me into comics. It is still my favorite now, the music, the tone, and all of the things you masterfully said. And this video did it justice. You have beautiful videos and I think you should keep it up👏

[@AlexLove631]

Also shocking how HBOmax hasn’t revived/continued the series with Will Friedle returning to voice, aging the tone a bit for the audience that grew with it. Look at Invincible’s success. It’s a no-brainer that can also honor the GOAT Kevin Conroy ❤️

[@koushikraja331]

Yes, exactly what we need. Another batman movie in the DCU which has just now slowly started to branch out and give movies to other characters.

[@coltongates7397]

fr. Exactly what we need

[@jan279]

Batman is still very much DC's biggest draw just like how Spiderman is still Marvel's biggest draw, so yeah, Batman still is what the people need.

[@ITSSAVI0N]

Golden perspective. In the grand scheme of it u nailed every aspect. The pain the redemption story of a batman who is closer to the people he saves than the man who gave him the suit. The angst of a neo gotham surrounding him while he’s fighting to be a better man, hell even a better batman because of his past, because of his turmoil & because of the things he sees daily that bruce Didn’t from the manor. Man ill even play terry at this point.

[@alexandervega7274]

I wish this was longer. Amazing vid as always!

[@civilbeast165]

We need a movie that nails Bruce’s compassion and empathy that writers always seem to forget about first. I hope it’s in the batman for the DCU. Someone said the reason BMB hasn’t gotten a live action movie yet is because WB hasn’t found a way to successfully translate the unique BMB mask into live action yet. The mask looks like it’s not a mask and Terry’s mouth is naturally part of it. WB can currently only either use CGI which wouldn’t look good enough or turn the mask into the cowl and leave the mouth exposed and use black makeup which is a worse option

[@arkwright4354]

I really wanna see a Batman Beyond show today or at least a movie. However, whenever I think about a Batman Beyond movie, I think of what if Jason Todd could be the villain and it’s a version that never let go of the hate of Bruce Wayne letting The Joker live but I have a bad feeling that it would either be a bad that people would hate the plot or it makes no sense for why Jason’s the main antagonist other than "Bruce let me die, why must I suffer”. Blight/Derrick Powers may be the main villain to Terry McGinnis’ Batman Beyond (who was responsible for having Mr.Fix kill Warren McGinnis and triggering Terry’s road to becoming Neo Gotham’s Dark Knight). I hope James Gunn can find the right cast and storytelling. As much as I want a Batman Beyond movie that’s based off the White Knight universe’s version of the character (since Jason Todd appears as a guard in the first issue then as Red Hood). What we also should see is a version of Jason Todd trying to find meaning after Joker’s torture but left him alive without killing him other than finding out Bruce’s identity. I’ll be waiting though for a Batman Beyond movie, no matter how long it takes and if James Gunn can hopefully make it happen

[@Runeforged]

This is a beautiful video. Crazy good script and delivery. 10/10 man well done.

[@GandalfTheGreen46]

You've captured what I love so much about Batman Beyond, such a great video!

[@bradleyreckless8880]

If they mess this up, which they probably will, there's no going back.

[@Tatenak]

If this FINALLY comea to the screen: 1. The director of the show needs to be at at the helm. 2. There needs to be more than just a one off movie. A trilogy or more ought to be so much that the FULL story can be as impactful.

[@blabla1624]

almost cried tree times while watching. You're the best Alex, keep up the good work!

[@randomman4628]

If nothing else, HiTop Alex is compassionate with what he loves, and almost any video reflects his hypnotic understanding of his spoken topic.

[@loganaustin1006]

Dear HiTop Films, as an actor I cannot express to you simply in words what it would mean to me to be able to fulfill a role like this. Growing up I always thought that Terry McGinnis was a much more interesting and amazing Batman than his predecessor. Not to say that Bruce Wayne doesn’t have his own legacy, but personally I think Batman Beyond was something that had been developed ahead of it’s time. It is a shame to see that it never got the full recognition that it deserves. I hope that one day that changes.

[@jacobtoney3538]

Denis Villeneuve would absolutely nail the cinematography for this.

[@dylan.bissendmylife]

a Batman Beyond movie would be phenomenal, but imagine a Batman Beyond GAME. Maybe made by Rocksteady, maybe not, I don't care who does it as long as it's awesome. Playing as Terry learning the ropes of being a hero and gradually getting stronger as you learn more of Bruce's old skills and apply Terry's own fresh ideas, retelling the iconic stories of the cartoon and a brand new overarching narrative in a world as beautifully dystopian as Cyberpunk 2077, the possibilities are endless

[@samc-m9145]

Dude your sentiment and insite is truly touching

[@SoulCastleFilms]

I couldn't agree more, we NEED a Batman Beyond movie more than ever! It was one of my favorite shows growing up!

[@brikkboyz22studiosextra]

I want a Batman Beyond movie too, but not yet. You need Bruce before Terry. It'll be weird when Terry stands alongside a young Kal-El. So yes, I think Bruce should go first and in like a fourth phase we can see Terry

[@Zer0sVoid]

I've got wanted this for years. You put this into words in ways I don't think I could. Thanks man.

[@ZTVinspire]

you KILLED THIS fam! Great dialogue and overall video👌🏾

[@javierlopez9789]

Why do you always narrate as If you are about to cry or reading a huge poetry essay

[@jumpsuityt6111]

I’d say one of the best scenes is when Bruce tells Terry “The voice said Bruce, that’s not what I call myself in my head.” Telling that he is still the bat inside

[@clunt2548]

Thank god this vid got made, its been a while since Ive seen a vid about batman beyond get supported this hard.

[@user-ny8gk8yo3f]

Sorry for my english but this is a masterpiece! I had goosebumps for the whole video. If somebody in WB could see this i bet they would not left indifferent. Now im probably going to rewatch the whole beyond series. Next week going to be amazing.

[@badger297]

Dude, your writing is arguably the best I've ever heard. Love your channel bro ❤

[@jek55508]

Man you never fail to make me feel emotional with these bro XD, honestly they should put you in charge of making this movie.

[@queendsheena1]

This video felt so visceral and raw. You've gained a new subscriber. Batman beyond is a gem.

[@EricHansonComedian]

You took the thoughts and feelings right out of my McGinnis lovin heart. Beautiful video, god damn you're inspiring man.

[@robertcuthrell5809]

Great video.. my son and I’ve been saying this for YEARS, as he grew up watching this with me. It needs to happen!!

[@Miniyorkie0744]

The way you described Neo Gotham gave me ideas for the book I’m gonna write, so thanks.

[@leow1707]

You put this video together so well 😊😢😮❤

[@SteveHarmony3]

Amazing video! I love your take on The Batman & Batman Beyond characters! I totally agree. I have been waiting for a Batman Beyond film. I would love to be in it myself! Haha! Hopefully we'll get one soon.