The Story of Batman The Animated Series | The Heart of Batman

[@Dylan-cu4ty]

*RIP* Kevin Conroy. I can't begin to describe what your Batman meant for me as a young child to now being an adult. Thank you for it all.

[@raymondfelix3585]

me too... 😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@ali92ukplay]

Same here. To me I know it sounds silly but it’s a lot more than just a cartoon. It was my life growing up. And still a part of it today

[@billysunday7507]

He is dead....so he can't read that.

[@mattstorm6568]

Kinda sad to see in our society how much people revolve their lives around fictional entertainment.

[@nebularain3338]

@@mattstorm6568 Storytelling is core to humanity. It inspires us, and motivates us to become better. If you don't get that then the only sad thing is your soulless husk of an attitude towards others finding joy.

[@cherryfrost5249]

This show is literally the peak of animated Batman. The design and art style is timeless.

[@stm22]

not only animated. Everything was right, from music scenario, character deepth and dev, photography and cinematography. It was masterpiece.

[@scottmoore1614]

“Dark Noir” Yeah!

[@alalalala57]

@Jo Ol Didn't Heart of Ice won an Emmy?

[@paulpolpiboon9535]

WRONG. Neal Adams is the PEAK. The effing FATHER. You clearly are ignorant on the subject, NO ONE....and I mean NO ONE, in the comic book industry praises this show. EVER. Not even ONE soul in the entire comic book industry. What does THAT tell you? Who do they praise then?? Neal Adams is the only one they praise as the god of Batman. I know you are not familiar so you're not to blame, but folks should speak on a subject that they are actually familiar with.

[@KrisVic91]

@@paulpolpiboon9535 1) he said animated batman 2) that just isn't true dude, Batman the animated series is crictically acclaimed by a vast vast majority and there is no way that there isn't some in the comic book industry who aren't fans. 3) you're entitled to your opinion on anything as is everyone else, doesn't mean they have to agree, or that you're correct, some people don't like reading comics. Peace ✌️

[@ConnorMiller417]

I came back here to pay my respects. I’m truly heartbroken. Many greats have portrayed the Dark Knight but there was only one who was the definitive voice of Batman and that was Kevin Conroy. Batman will never be the same. RIP Kevin and thank you for everything!

[@JPWick]

How you know it wasn't a toxic environment: 1. Nobody takes credit. 2. Everyone praises the efforts/credits others for the project's success. 3. Everyone humbly suggests luck was on their side. Classy, WB 👌👌👌

[@TerraExodus]

I disagree with point 3. It wasn't luck. It was hard work and dedication to the project as a team effort.

[@JPWick]

@@TerraExodus I see the art of subtlety is lost on you.

[@TerraExodus]

The producers had to fight the studio executives to even get the anime greenlighted. How is that luck?

[@JPWick]

@@TerraExodus Because you oversimplify it. Fighting for it, as you put it, rests upon the studio to agree. They're not obligated to agree with anything. It is their money and, therefore, they have full discretion. Unlike Disney with the MCU, who don't care about art and impact, they are doing short-sighted cash grabs, and know it. The WB at that time, with the huge push from Spielberg, were enticed to take a risk with no precedent. A group of children in the 90s could have never asked for such an enduring work of art to be presented to them. The WB went completely above and beyond in delivering this product.

[@TerraExodus]

@@JPWick You don't have to fight if it is obligated. Yes, it is their money and can/shall spend it however they choose. Again, my disagreement about point 3. Luck.

[@dmp5893]

Rest in Peace, Kevin Conroy. The Best Batman, for 30 years straight.

[@itsame43]

Still the best Batman

[@jacobward4579]

When I read joker's dialogues in the comics I hear mark Hamill's joker voice. Same for Kevin Conroy

[@shottygod13]

Especially some of the batman/tmnt comics

[@jeffreyohler2599]

Ya know I never really read comics when I was a kid. So like many Batman T.A.S was,aside from T.Burt's Live Action Masterpiece of course, my exposure to the Caped Crusader. That coupled with the fact that Batman was and always will be my favorite super hero, now anytime my brain conjures up a voice for an unknown male hero/protagonist it's always K.Conroy's B.Man by default!!! 😂 If it's a Female then it's Adrienne Barbeau's(Catwoman) voice.

[@Notso_super_mario]

As it should be

[@filthycasual8187]

For me it depends on the era. When I read Golden Age to Silver Age Batman, I hear the voices of the Adam West TV show. Everything after that, I hear TAS and Arkham voices.

[@voidmystic3419]

The joker forever sounds like mark hamill in my head. Nothing else comes close.

[@Shadow_718]

Batman: The Animated Series is a masterpiece.

[@blackmagic3880]

I wish they would do more Batman the animated series movies

[@teodortodorov4712]

I love how I have it all downloaded on my computer... L

[@ecantalk]

Along with the Justice League and Superman the Animated Series which is underrated IMO.

[@lordofthesithvader9430]

@@ecantalk Justice League Unlimited introduced me to so many superheroes.

[@ecantalk]

@@lordofthesithvader9430 It did for a lot of people! I grew up reading the JL comics but it was great to see people embrace these lesser known DC characters at the time. It’s basically what Marvel is doing with the MCU now in addition to their heavy hitters. DC has the blueprint for success with the Bruce Timm stuff.

[@bossi_plays]

I never realized how lucky I was to have experienced Batman: TAS from the get go. I loved how his story continued and tied in with Justice League and Batman Beyond.

[@tabiusthompson8101]

Same man, same

[@omarcrespo77]

Same here. From Adam West's reruns, to the 70's cartoons, to Super Friends, to Burton's, to this and Beyond (literary). Also I remember the expectations when the Batman & Superman Adventures lead to World's Finest and there the JL. The current DC animation world is good and all, but it'll NEVER compare to this art masterpiece.

[@goldilox369]

@@omarcrespo77 it really is an art masterpiece. I can just pause on any random frame and it's beautiful. ❤️

[@carlsticht4757]

Right there with you. I had my VCR set to record it everyday while I was at work and I would put it on as soon as I got home. That opening sequence is probably the best opening title sequence out of all the cartoons I've ever seen in my life, and that includes my beloved GI Joe.

[@williamwilkinson381]

Also the adventures of Superman

[@georgeelmerdenbrough6906]

I am glad I am not alone in feeling the loss of Kevin Conroy . Its moving to see the outpouring of testimonials .

[@Primus-ue4th]

I was born in 85 so Cartoons in the early 90’s got watched. Was never a Batman or any comic book kid. But, this show was awesome. Always had to watch it when it came on. I remember an episode with 2 face and it was a little scary. 😂

[@WarhawkBeyond2040]

30 years later and Batman: The Animated Series is still the greatest superhero show ever made.

[@MrSepl12]

I would say it's a member of the big 3. I would not rank one above the others as they were all great. BTAM, X-Men, and Spiderman TAS are the gold standards of superhero cartoons

[@zosochan21]

@@MrSepl12 dude HBO spawn was up there.

[@aarachus]

For me it's BTAS, Justice League, and Justice League Unlimited. Best shows ever made with Kevin Conroy the best voice actor and character

[@TaskForce_911]

One of the best Batman shows of all time. Kevin Conroy as Batman and Mark Hamill as Joker will always be remembered for this Edit - RIP Kevin Conroy. You were a legend to us Batman fans

[@ajward9112]

The day it is forgotten will be a sad day indeed

[@normansmith9009]

Honestly, with the exception of Beware the Batman, I pretty much love the other batman shows like BTAS, Brave and the Bold, and even The Batman had a really dope styl.

[@wgh4636]

Speaks volumes when Hamill and Conroy reprise their roles well into the animated movies. Kevin Conroy as batman in the justice league series.

[@rhyancoleman6462]

RIP Kevin Conroy

[@thelegendof420]

THE best Batman show of all time.

[@toganium4175]

This is still the definitive Batman in my opinion.

[@semelatifofalism5833]

I strongly agree

[@dylonmason7528]

This and the batman with dreadlocks joker

[@juanxdrock]

i get it , awesome!

[@sid98geek]

The film noir tropes in this show contributed to that.

[@nekosila]

U must not have seen him when he actually donned a live action suit. What a letdown.

[@WhathehadasSole]

My dad before he died a few years before my HS graduation at 64, loved this series. One of the few shows/movies intended for kids that he'd watch. He was into to it too and would laugh at the clever verbal exchange between the villain and Batman. The dialogue was brilliant. I don't think many animated series come close.

[@Dylan-cu4ty]

I just met *Kevin Conroy* recently at a con, and told him pretty much thank you for my childhood and how all the Batman projects he does mean so much to me. He's an awesome guy.

[@spregged7231]

You said what we all would say. You’re very lucky. What was it like?

[@spregged7231]

You said what we all would say. You’re very very lucky!

[@BasketCase420]

I met him too at a convention a few years back and thanked him for being Batman, he signed my comic and shook my hand.

[@rhyancoleman6462]

RIP Kevin Conroy

[@flickrebeat8936]

I miss him

[@williamsteed9093]

Was 26yrs old when Batman TAS started, 30 yrs later still cherish the program.Thank you Mr.Conroy ,you will be missed.

[@Kali-Yuga-Peace-Corp]

I was a child, talked to my mother about the show today and how it introduces morals and the dark of the world to children in a such a easily conceivable way.

[@yokothespacewhale]

Came for the nostalgia, stayed for the history lesson and great editing.

[@oscaraburto3341]

I'm so glad the creators and everyone who worked in this project didn't hold back. Like Bruce tim mentioned that they wanted it to be for kids and adults. Batman the animated series is one of the best shows out there. This show was really ahead of its time. My favorite episode to this day is perchance to dream. Thank you warner bros. For making this happen, thank you Andrea Romano, Bruce tim , Paul dini for creating this show.

[@Kalebent]

Batman: The Animated Series is the definitive Batman experience.

[@obiedashinobi1322]

Yesss

[@cauaviniciusguedes2004]

Along side with Arkham series.

[@gemini4lyfe3001]

@@cauaviniciusguedes2004 no just the Animated Series

[@Dekrov808]

@@cauaviniciusguedes2004 nope

[@klovor]

@@cauaviniciusguedes2004the arkham series is great but no btas stands on a pillar of its own easily

[@mediavoracious]

Anyone else watching this after the tragic news today? R.I.P. Kevin Conroy, the true Dark Knight

[@jenkaad9882]

I truly believe that the animated series is the best rendition of Batman to date. I love the series as a teen, and love it even better as an adult.

[@martynphillips03]

If only the writers of the animated stuff could deal with the live action stuff. Literal perfection and a TRUE representation of the characters

[@cauaviniciusguedes2004]

Nolan trilogy can be in this level, but tas is just a masterpiece. The only thing it could be this level was the arkham games series.

[@RedLanternFrank]

The show is so close to my heart. Me and my kids watched it everytime it would come on. We are Batman fans FOREVER!!!!!!!🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇

[@lakernation26]

When I have kids they Will be watching this show

[@darthsauron255]

You could even say... Batman Forever.

[@tarvaresmelton7304]

🏆

[@gabortiz3229]

Wish Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill could live forever.

[@blackmagic3880]

I wish they would do more Batman animated movies based on the series

[@mercygyan8355]

Then the relationship between Batman and The Joker will never end. The war between them would go on and beyond...

[@detriotman]

Super Friends need to be rebooted in the same way Batman the animated series.

[@avace917]

Agreed. There are rumors circulating about HBO MAX doing a continuation of Batman The Animated Series. Dunno how official that is

[@ronanthesuperginger]

Dc science department: we are looking into it

[@KarlPHorse]

"We wanted the show to be appealing to kids, but at the same time we wanted a show that we ourselves as adults would watch." 30 years later and I can say without a doubt that they pulled it off masterfully. Best animated series ever created. Eat your heart out Avatar... Even tho I am just a big of fan of that series too as I am with Batman TAS. Man, we were blessed with some good animation from 1990-2015.

[@peterkaniuk8909]

My son is four. I grew up loving batman. We burned out so many vhs tapes of the original batman. Now all on his own he has found a love for batman. We really enjoy the batman animated series. I remeber all the episodes and the flashbacks I get watching with him just ties it all together. The story. The characters. One of the best batman

[@bigfudge3223]

Have to give Avatar credit though for creating all that lore for the show whereas Batman had the privilege of using a character and world fleshed out by decades worth of fantastic comic books

[@KarlPHorse]

@@bigfudge3223 Like I said. I also absolutely love Avatar with all my heart.

[@TheJuiceisLoose7]

Yeah sure for kids 😂

[@youtubesucks1821]

Avatar is a better overall show. Batman has a much more interesting vibe, but Avatar told a whole story from start to finish and really had a special feel to it resonates with people.

[@AnoshMalik99]

I watched these as a very young child in Pakistan on a VCR. Now 25years on I've found the same series online! What a childhood/adulthood 🥲👌

[@neonswitchblade]

The whole Shirley Walker section caught me off guard. She wrote her own music, conducted the orchestra and, I mean, just hearing what everyone had to say about her and her contribution... it really choked me up.

[@captiannemo1587]

There is an outtake off one of the Soundtracks "Shirley Walker - Music of the Bat 101" that you can find on KZbin and its worth every single second.

[@neonswitchblade]

@@captiannemo1587 Thanks!

[@MrHEC381991]

She was the John Williams to Batman TAS.

[@MiguelJimenez-uc3yz]

That beautiful woman will live on forever with the amazing music she created for this masterpiece.

[@jp3813]

@@MrHEC381991 Danny Elfman would be a more appropriate comparison.

[@campbellpaterson5003]

This show was very groundbreaking. It created Harley Quinn, wrote Mr Freeze’s tragic backstory, humanised the majority of the villains (Two-Face, Clayface, etc), gave us the definitive voices of Batman and the Joker and kickstarted an animated universe. Edit: I never thought one of my comments would reach 1k likes! Thanks guys!

[@infjintegrityvsnarcissism7295]

Freeze was the best. I still remember being 5 at toys r us a few weeks after Heart of Ice aired in 92 and finding the Mr freeze action figure, it was like a mini Xmas for me

[@lowlowseesee]

@@infjintegrityvsnarcissism7295 thats amazing. i often always think of how age changes how we perceived art. I was ten years older than you when that ep came out but it effected me too. so great

[@0ceanicify]

And yet we're back to 9-11 imagery/T-Poses and crotchshots in the films :(

[@cameronscott7304]

We also would never have gotten the Arkham video games without that series.

[@campbellpaterson5003]

@@cameronscott7304 True that mate!

[@wickedblackheart26]

I was already a Batman fan because of his appearance and how dark he was in comics. The Batman Animated Series demonstrated why Batman is my favorite superhero. Without this show, there is no Avengers, no Dark Knight, and no X-men. This show changed everything forever. The greatest animated series ever.

[@PhilRead80]

You know you've hit the nail on the head when fans read a comic/novel and hear the voices from this show. It is truly remarkable. Best. Show. Ever.

[@nlmfilms6641]

“Batman: The Animated Series” is truly one of the greatest animated shows that have ever made. I still see myself as a first grader when I first was introduced to Batman, seeing the animated series was such an unforgettable experience. The show’s art style is absolutely fantastic, the voice work sounds so real, and the tone is beyond mature. The people who made the animated series were truly an ambitious crew, and their efforts really made the animated series as iconic as we all know it to be; while proving that future animators can be just as successful in this industry!

[@jonathansoko1085]

Its still the best cartoon to date and im not willing to entertain a debate on that. And i will include anime into that since all anime is is the easte trying to do american stuff.

[@youtubesucks1821]

@@jonathansoko1085 Avatar would like to have a word

[@jonathansoko1085]

@@youtubesucks1821 nice one fam

[@moxie96]

I was in late middle school and highschool when that big two hour block of cartoons starting at 3pm was making us all rush home from school to not miss Batman. We were the last generation of kids who were the ones who ran home to see a favorite program pre internet and long before streaming whatever you want whenever you like (which is KZbin)

[@bekindist]

I think the animated series is better than any of the Batman movies or other animations. The music, the art deco and film noir style. The storylines covered serious and complex topics. It was perfect. I'm glad that they didn't make it another goofy kid's show.

[@svtcobra666]

Can I just take a second to give props to whoever put the 80's synthwave music in this? I LOVE it.

[@Miseric0rde]

Makeup and Vanity set, parts of it are from a game titled Brigador

[@zacattack3532]

I found it slightly irritating , but then again , I am high af , so .

[@eskimoranger7537]

It's too loud

[@joekae1841]

I‘d like to have that soundtrack

[@everope]

Distracting, loud, unfitting

[@ClassicHarleyQuinn]

One of the greatest shows ever made.

[@ericjones1796]

so true

[@obiedashinobi1322]

Absolutely

[@ahabduennschitz7670]

i usually dont agree with exaggerations but in this case i give it a pass

[@ClassicHarleyQuinn]

@@ahabduennschitz7670 Its not a exaggeration.

[@ahabduennschitz7670]

@@ClassicHarleyQuinn Sure, sure. Whatever

[@kriscynical]

I grew up with this series during its original run and it shaped me as an artist. Between this show, the '90s Disney Renaissance, and Fox Feature Animation, it's all the origin of my drawing style now as a 30-something adult working as an illustrator. Back in 2007 when I was working on my senior illustration thesis in art school, I had just received a fancy boxed set of the entire BTAS on DVD that Christmas, and I had it playing on the TV next to my desk the entire semester I was working on that thesis. So not only is BTAS linked to my childhood development as an artist, it's also connected to my becoming an adult by finishing school and becoming a professional artist. Formative is an understatement for me.

[@manorman-el4gv]

Do you have any work online i could look at ?

[@kriscynical]

@@manorman-el4gv The two main places I have my work posted are deviantART and Tumblr. You can find links on the about tab of my channel (I also have a speedpaint uploaded here), and my linktree username is kriscynical. 😊

[@goldilox369]

That's awesome. I never pursued my art like that. But it was definitely formative for me during middle and high school. I also have that box set as well. ❤️😎👍

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

@@kriscynical I am going to check some out then. You just described some seriously awesome times in cartoon animation. The 90s Disney Renaissance? I assume you mean the Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King era?

[@kriscynical]

@@flightofthebumblebee9529 Yes, exactly. 🙂

[@crhu319]

Andrea Romano was far more important to this series than often recognized, that method of directing voice actors all in one room like a radio teleplay definitely adds to the 30s-40s feel. There's actually a Mercury Theater method there... and Shirley Walker's magnificent score...

[@oldchicken2]

Thank you Mr. Conroy. For me and so many people of my generation, you simply WERE Batman.

[@torreyance2468]

This batman, spiderman and xmen I grew up with. Best animated series ever.

[@JamesASharp]

Oh yeah! All 3 are my top 10 favorite cartoons of all time. Great childhood memories.

[@Thollis1987]

The best 3!

[@CaptnSausage]

Exactly! The holy Trinity of animated series! 💪🏻

[@shahhassan3947]

Hey Arnold, Silver Surfer needs to be added to this list

[@z-chan946]

@@Thollis1987 ...not the best out of all

[@beexcellenttoeachother5313]

Passion of everyone involved made this show what it was. A masterpiece

[@Brook11223]

This show was so groundbreaking when it aired on Fox Kids tv back in 1992. The dark deco animation is the key to the show's success. For Batman: TAS it's the quality in storytelling and getting the right people which was shear luck and everything fell in place perfectly. For a fiction show you felt the stories were real because of the mature storytelling process. Disney's Gargoyles originally was supposed to be a comedy but glad it went to a serious tone and it's success was definitely from due Batman: TAS.

[@elmarakovideo]

Gargoyles was great until ABC executives ruined their final season. They also messed up Real Ghostbusters with bad voice changes and Korean studios.

[@FXIIBeaver]

@@elmarakovideo yep. The pilot episode was really good for season 3. Unfortunately the lead writer was let go.

[@elmarakovideo]

@@FXIIBeaver The Clan Building comic books tell the true Season 3 story.

[@FXIIBeaver]

@@elmarakovideo yeah I heard. They are on my to get list.

[@thdn8127]

Captures Gotham as a key element and almost a character in of itself.

[@Grizzly_Viking_Gorilla]

Rip Kevin Conroy. Still can’t believe it to be true. I’m absolutely devastated

[@rishavroy0701]

R.I.P Kevin Conroy. The greatest and the most definitive Batman ever💔

[@Lucky_Chase]

That whole dark film noir drawn on dark paper perfected the feeling they were trying to convey, I think. Including the merging of times both modern and retro... everything about this series will always transcend time. It officially set the bar in its time, and it has yet to be superseded. I don't believe it will. Them's some large shoes to fill, indeed.

[@ninjaguyYT]

> convey *conroy

[@Sidiciousify]

*Supercede And yes, a timeless classic.

[@Lucky_Chase]

@@Sidiciousify Thank you. I originally typed that in, but my spell check opted for the lazy man's spelling.

[@Lucky_Chase]

@@ninjaguyYT 😂 You kook.

[@spikeluv84]

I absolutely loved the 1940's Film Noir look the show had. I had never seen a cartoon like that before. I loved the style and confidence of the women, and I rooted for Bruce so much! I remember The Scarecrow really scaring me growing up. This show (and not the movies) also really developed my love for Catwoman and Poison Ivy. For me, they haven't been matched by any of the movies (so far).

[@tylergroves9049]

That's the look the movies need to capture.

[@kingblanketfort]

I have always liked the Noir look but this series made me fall in LOVE with it!

[@lutijn7398]

The Gotham architecture is more like 1920s reminds me of that old 20s sci-fi metropolis

[@archmpreyes]

Man, i remember i would always stay tuned to this when it was shown locally in network TV every Friday night.

[@karljonez4423]

RIP Kevin Conroy. You were THE Batman and forever will be.

[@wylapache5362]

Best Batman Animated series "EVER"!. I have this whole collection on DVD. Grewup watching this as a kid, loved the mature story line, and clean animation almost like anime. It was honestly ahead of its time. Great sound scores and voice acting.

[@flewprettygood8911]

90s Batman was SO good for the time, even my parents watched it. The art style, the characters voices, and they also hadn’t seen a new Batman show since the 80s. I still watch this series to this day, in a way you could say it changed my life.

[@Bradley_Lute]

Is pretty interesting how things snowballed. You get Frank Miller and Alan Moore doing Batman in the 80s, then Tim Burton making the movies and this team doing the animated series. This whole very adult and very sophisticated approach to these characters which has helped build all of what we see. There are many others as well. The original Superman movies and many of the early comics. Now it's amazing to see what has come of that legacy.

[@Prod.ByLito1997]

Probably the perfect adaptation of Batman

[@Philosophical24]

Easily. These are people who understand the character and it’s lore, while also adding on it’s lore with original characters like Phantasm or Harley

[@guysmiley4830]

Not just in animation

[@cauaviniciusguedes2004]

@@Philosophical24 easily in a nutshell

[@cauaviniciusguedes2004]

@Phillip hanna not just animation, but the best adaptation.

[@paulpolpiboon9535]

The WORSE adaption of Batman...PICK UP A COMIC BOOK.

[@illWillienumber31]

Everyone is aware of how great the DCAU was, but no one has the sense to bring it back.

[@rdrb8329]

So true man , instead they bring versions that kill others to fight crime

[@rapinbatches]

They honestly should focus on Animated, and bring THAT to theaters, not live action.

[@vinchkaiser4098]

@@rdrb8329 Not so much the problem

[@puterboy2]

Because it’s played out.

[@TheDbduece]

No. They have sense to know they won't catch lightning in a bottle a second time....stick to the occasional "pretty good" DCAU movie

[@kingblanketfort]

I grew up with this series and it was my first ever introduction to Batman anything. I am now 35 years old and let me just say: Kevin, Mark and all voice actors, you were my first w/those characters. They will ALWAYS have your voices to me. ❤

[@skibootdier9488]

Back in the 90's I was in my 20's. I remember rushing home from work to watch this show.. I think this was (is) by far the best version of Batman. (Animated or otherwise)

[@jasonbaptiste293]

Yes!!!! It was cool!!!!

[@cleggmediaunlimited9719]

Absolutely Legendary Series. I wish DC uses the wealth of writers and directors for their animated series for their live action. Bruce Timm should serve as the “Kevin Feige” of the DCU

[@britishnerd3919]

Except someone should tell him you stop batman and batgirl shagging

[@Jameslawz]

Just because you are good in one medium (animation) doesn't mean it translates well in another (live action). Adopting live action from a cartoon is skill within itself, in the cartoon world there are things we let slide since it's within the realm of the imagination but that doesn't necessarily translate well on the silver screen.

[@zachariahanimations]

This show is a master piece of animation and storytelling. The voice cast is amazing, Kevin Conroy is the true Batman. This show will never be forgotten. 🦇

[@avataz]

The best depiction of Batman of all time across any form of media. Movies, television, comics, etc.

[@stripedrajang3571]

The Arkham series videogames are great too, extending the ideas of this animated series.

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

@@stripedrajang3571 the Arkham series is a spin off from Batman TAS because of Conroy. I do agree that from a medium, they are probably the best version of the mythos

[@stripedrajang3571]

@@flightofthebumblebee9529, yeah, it's pretty awesome.

[@FirebirdDude]

I started watching Batman The Animated Series when I was age 2 and I still enjoy it to this day. There aren't too many things I did at that age that I am still doing today. This series is definitely a cornerstone of my inner psychosis. Once in a very rare while, the stars align and pure perfection manifests itself. 'Batman' is one of those times. Bravo. Astounding. Magnificent. Impactful. These words come to mind and can most definitely be associated with this fabulous show but at the end of the day, they are but mere words. For no words can ever express my sincere gratification to those who forged this program. One day my future child will also experience the magic of, "Batman The Animated Series".

[@ganjjabarsmedium2347]

The amount of collaboration between so many talented people is such a powerful Testament left by this show. It really took everyone from the writers to the artists to the actors, and to the directors/producers working together to make such a masterpiece! 🔥🔥🔥

[@holitinne]

Censors: “You cannot show people firing guns.” Bruce Timm: *LAUGHS LIKE THE JOKER* (33:00)

[@BatmanKnightfan]

This is what got into Batman as a kid along with Tim Burton/Joel Schumacher movies. Batman: The Animated Series is masterpiece. Definitive BATMAN

[@SuperBobby1967]

When i watch Batman: The animated series i feel like a gift has been given to me and that the whole creating team can read my mind and make Batman do the things i would do. Thanks for creating such a masterpiece.

[@jimmycraig221]

i remember watching it after school/ before school every day i could, and i felt exactly like that. most animated series had ridiculous actions and wooden dialogue, Batman TAS literally made me feel like i was batman, in the haunting and beautiful noir world they created, i was truly a lucky child.

[@connergaskell3950]

This show was definitely a defining moment in Animated series history it was so Well crafted world wise and storylines such as “heart of ice” really got you thinking maybe villains ain’t always the bad guy but this show is a masterpiece and a timeless classic.

[@blaupunkttv1617]

This series hits home runs every episode. This is what Batman is about.

[@Just_Some_Guy_with_a_Mustache]

Kevin Conroy was always destined to be Batman. In college, his roommate was Robin Williams. Batman and Robin.

[@gavindennis9988]

Christopher Reeve was almost his roommate, but he ended up with Robin. Them 3 were all friends.

[@brookswilliams5239]

That's pretty cool, I never knew that

[@DuskWolf_]

That blew my mind, that’s amazing!! These three are national treasures

[@Wolfy39565]

Cool. I love that I now know that. Thank you 😊

[@IloveElsaofArendelle]

No way! I knew Christopher and Robin were best friends, but I never thought Kevin was also a college friend of Robin

[@Bubsy_Mods]

Masterpiece in storytelling, passion in acting and portrayal of the characters, and the animation. WB studio would succeed in their live action DC universe with these individuals.

[@DSMTheEditor]

45:29 We should always mention those beautiful title cards the show had. Doesnt get brought up enough

[@mattragusa210]

This really hit me harder than I thought it would. It really feels like Batman himself has passed away.

[@richardofredemption]

Glad to see Kevin Conroy get a tribute in The Game Awards. It looks like Suicide Squad game is our last adventure with the Caped Crusader ❤

[@ianhutchinson9833]

This show is still my favorite show of all time. Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill will always be Batman and Joker for me.

[@psuedospike]

It's amazing when so many unbelievably talented people come together to make art like BTAS, truly lightening in a bottle

[@davidnavarro4821]

Thank you DC for this documentary. Batman: The Animated Series was the one series that introduced me to the character of Batman, the Burton movies and the Adam West live serie came after. Shootout for the beautiful electronic music.

[@jamminwithjambo7729]

Special Salute to Shirley Walker. Her amazing scores brought the intense drama of the animation to life because not only the technicality of the music but it captured FEELING of the incredible scenes from the frenzy of battle to beautiful delicacy of deep emotions to Silence.

[@robertbobbypelletreaujr2173]

"Batman the Animated Series" was awesome and "Batman: Mask of the Phantasm" was the best Batman animated movie.

[@tomwylie9298]

This documentary was truly an amazing journey and I want to commend both the people who gave such insightful interviews as well as everyone involved with creating this truly special experience. Thank you for your hard work.

[@thisiswhatilike54]

Geez. I had constant chillbumps from the beginning til the end! It’s nothing short of incredible how everything came together from drawing inspiration from previous works decades past to understanding the target audience. Batman: TAS is perfection in every sense of the word.

[@neshkiersten]

Excited to get home from school and watch this. 🦇

[@obiedashinobi1322]

Stay powerful

[@UpRoaryus]

Heck I was excited to get home from WORK and watch it... Taped it every day and watched when I got home with dinner.

[@neshkiersten]

​@@UpRoaryusRIP Kevin Conroy 💔

[@draconuuse9731]

What’s crazy is the ammount of work put into this and the love the series generated. And yet this was just the beginning. With Superman, then justice league, static shock, batman beyond, and more. 30+ years of Warner animation hitting it out of the park with shows and movies that all started with these artists. The MCU, arrow verse, and a hopefully revitalized DCEU all owe at least part of their success to this crew that brought superhero’s to the modern audience. It’s what so many of us grew up on. It’s why Harley was such a breakout character. Why mister freeze is more than a joke. Why mark hamil became a household name for a second time. It revitalized tv animation after years of hannah Barbara and others sucked all the creativity and fun out of it. I would say it’s even more important than the Disney renaissance since at least this has lasted, while classic Disney animation is dead. Thank you to everyone who helped make this show into the classic that it shall always remain. Without you, who knows how much less the world would be. I sure don’t want to know.

[@NECRONOMICON7-7-7]

My younger brother and I used to literally run home as fast as we could from school to catch the animated batman series . Absolutely fantastic memory's .

[@antoniorenteria6799]

Mask of the phantasm had probably the greatest backdrop art in us 2D animation history

[@nubreed13]

Siskel and Ebert considered it shameful that they didnt watch the movie in theaters and made an episode just to praise how well it was made

[@dharampal9893]

So...you want me to watch a 2 hr video about Batman.....? HELL YEAH.....🔥🔥🔥

[@infjintegrityvsnarcissism7295]

This was the Batman I grew up with, I was 5 when it started. It was a masterpiece, even my father thought so this was the one Saturday cartoon he would watch with me and my brother. Mr. Freeze was my favorite.

[@RosieandFriends1]

My mom would watch it with me and my siblings 😁 I have rewatched it on hbo

[@AliceInPantera]

No wonder why Batman is such a big part of my life. I was born in 1989…..it all makes sense now!

[@kit2770]

At the time, I was right in the target demo for this show and I absolutely *loved* it. I'd watch every day after school. I adored this show. It definitely stood out against all the other shows that were on. Such high quality and so unique. All the risks that they took with the show (the darkness, the art deco style, the more mature tone, the orchestra) are the exact qualities that drew me in as a kid. So fantastic.

[@Cervando]

Groundbreaking, heartbreaking and record breaking for good reason. Timeless masterpiece.

[@MightyPrince]

This series was legendary that's why i made animated tribute on it

[@ashishkalam9337]

They made this despite "...I might get fired tomorrow". CW needs to learn from them. They had a great opportunity for a DC TV universe and they made a joke out of it.

[@mattfan5]

They had such a strong beginning before giving in to doing soap opera style storylines. Arrow season 1 and flash season 1 are still great but they lost that magic as they went

[@ahabduennschitz7670]

@@mattfan5 yeah its because they cared to tell a story at the first few seasons but the moment my GRANDMA told me she liked the new arrow season, i knew something went horribly wrong

[@IHJello]

What about Titans?

[@ashishkalam9337]

@@IHJello Titans was made by people wo couldn't care less about the source. The show is what happens when you throw the words "Dark", "Comic accurate", "Woke", "CGI", "R-rated" , "streaming service" into a production blender without context and hope for the best. The show has no heart, What's worse, it's not even low budget.

[@sebastienvondoom8615]

@@mattfan5 Arrow seasons 2 and 5 are the best, Flash never reached season 1 heights again

[@raculpeper]

Kevin Conroy’s portrayal of Batman, and the brilliant writing of the series...kind of defined my childhood. It was so much more than a cartoon-it was a masterclass in storytelling, problem solving and dealt with complex issues. As a kid, I had no issue following along and I think those elements are missing in most modern animation. I enjoyed this special so much…every person involved blended together so well and clearly loved being a part of the process. I hope they (and their families) understand the impact they made on my generation and those to come. As a musician, I have to say the theme for this Batman series is the best even to this day…Shirley Walker created masterpieces and brought scenes to life. Watching this made me tear up. So many unsung heroes involved. I’m glad we can give you the flowers you all deserve.

[@jaystephenson3021]

I would like to thank everyone for their hard work on the series and the people who put the heart of batman together again thank you

[@UWRZoneTheCurrent]

1:08:31 The very soul of B:TAS - Burton's concept and angle met the animators' passion and Kevin Conroy's understanding. Bale altered his voice speaking as Batman. Conroy altered his voice speaking as Bruce, making him sound softer, more gentle. And Mark Hamill! He'll always be THE Joker to me... I've loved the movies, but The Animated Series is a timeless masterpiece.

[@keviniles8748]

This show was a cornerstone of my childhood. It's one of the best animated shows ever produced and pretty much set the standard for all Batman animated content ever since.

[@kingdomcomesuperman3669]

One of the best Batman shows ever made and a big reason behind my fondness for comic book superheroes

[@rockpaperscissors6521]

The incredibleness of the musical scores is underappreciated.

[@davidyoung5114]

What a sad year this has been, losing Kevin Conroy (Batman), then Arlene Sorkin (Harley Quinn), and just recently Richard Moll (Two-Face)! Thanks to all of them for making this the best-ever animated series. You will all be missed!

[@BradentonSlick]

Batman:TAS is quality and iconic. I really enjoyed this retrospective look at the series. It is SO groundbreaking a copy of it needs to be put in the Library of Congress. I own the entire series.

[@P3rm4frost]

All of those creators, drawers and producers are gods among us humans. Thank you for my childhood.

[@LowellLucasJr.]

Can we thank BTAS crew, Bruce Timm, Paul Dini and Andrea Romano for casting Mark Hamil? Therefore giving us the most visually stunning Joker with equally memorable lines?!

[@omarcrespo77]

[Bruce Wayne topples over the edge of a skyscraper] "See that he's street pizza! In this town, some flying fool could have caught him!" -The Joker The Batman/Superman Movie: World's Finest (1997)

[@bluetextonwhitebg]

fun fact: mark hamil got into voice acting after a motorcycle accident roughed up his face.

[@MrLeeziebee]

I used to tape every episode because this show was very special to me. It stayed in my head for years afterwards. Heart of Ice especially. Thankyou for the series and this BTS.

[@merlyworm]

I was in my early 20s when this show was on. And I remember vividly just before I moved out of my parents house, I was had a day off of work, and was in my parents livingroom, watching BTAS. My dad came home from work, sat on the couch to take his work boots off watching with me, and I didnt even notice, but he was entranced. After the show was done (and for the life of me I cannot remember which episode was on) my dad, who grew up on the Adam West batman, said 'Jesus. That was REALLY good. Where did this come from?!?" He was legit stunned at how good this show was. and made it a point to watch it every time it was on, even if I wasnt there. This is how good this show was. Later, with my own kids, I had bought the box set, and just sat in the livingroom binging it. all 4 of my kids, (ages 13 to 4) ended up in the living room watching with me. and my oldest said to me 'Wow. This shows really good, dad." And they were hooked. The DCAU had the best versions of all of these characters outside of the comics. Period. And BTAS started it all.

[@Borkybaby]

The one thing I appreciate about Thr animated series; was that the guns they used the actually bullet coming out of the hun was a laser like image, but it sounded like a gun, and the round came out..... and I just always loved that realism :)

[@shaharlevi8113]

This documentary shines a new light on my childhood's favourite show (and still one of the big one today). Thank you guys for this awesome achievement, you managed to become a symbol just like the Batman himself.

[@DBZluvz]

i loved seeing Kevin Conroy in this, for me Kevin Conroy is his secret identity\alter ego and Batman is who he really is. the animated shows, animated movies and the video game voice overs have stapled him in our hearts as the definitive Batman, not to mention if you ask any real! fan ''who was the best Batman! in any of his incarnations'' and i think 99.99999999% will say 'Kevin Conroy'

[@denis700d]

This is the core of this generation's childhood. Brings memories of saturday morning's matathons and hours of play with your toys recreating the fight scenes you kust saw. It's just magical.

[@JreamBeatz]

I just want to thank everyone involved with this show for LITERALLY making my childhood. It can only be described as a masterpiece.