Batman born in 1939 in issue no. 27 from Detective Comics (DC) and was created from Bob Kane and Bill Finger; since then it has gone through multiple ‘mutations’ over time. From the dark detective influenced by novels and film noir to humorous adventures; Batman knows how to reinvent himself and with the transformations of the character his weapons, suits and the batmobile have also changed.
Each medium in which a story of Batman has its own characteristic, and the cinema and television have presented us with their own incarnations of the Bat Man, that superhero of flesh and blood with no supernatural superpower who fights against crime and the injustices of humanity.
Next, we present a summary of the versions (surely I will be missing some) that have been made of the Knight of the Night regarding the premiere of The Batman by Matt Reeves, the most recent film adaptation of the hero, this time played by Robert Pattinson.
Movies
live-action
1. Adam West – Batman The Movie (1966)
It was such a success of the Batman series starring the actor Adam West that his jump to the big screen was inevitable. Following the burlesque logic and reason of the TV show, this film is emblematic for its villains and for the immortal scene in which Batman does not know how to get rid of a bomb about to explode because he successively encounters music bands, ladies with baby carriages, groups of nuns and even some adorable ducklings. of anthology.
2. Michael Keaton – Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992)
In the two tapes about Tim Burton’s Batman with Michael Keaton was the resurrection of the character for the movie screens after 20 years and has over time become an influence not only for later Batmans, but for all of pop culture. Both are on HBO Max, while Batman returns can also be found on Movistar Play.
3. Val Kilmer – Batman Forever (1995)
Val Kilmer he’s a good actor, but he doesn’t have the physique of Bruce Wayne like Michael Keaton or George Clooney in Warner’s first Batman tetralogy, but he knows how to endow the character with a depth charge. An entertaining and balanced film, produced by Tim Burton and directed by Joel Schumacher, in which the villains shine brightest. Available on Movistar Play and HBO Max.
4. George Clooney – Batman and Robin (1997)
Fourth film of the initial phase of the character at the hands of Warner and the second directed by Joel Schumacher, who did not like the fans of the superhero who (despite the fact that there were no social networks) made such a scandal that the future of the franchise was canceled until reborn of the character with Nolan.
5. Christian Bale – Batman Begins (2005) / The Dark Knight (2008) / The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
Batman rose from the ashes at the hand of the dynamic duo Christopher Nolan and Christian bale, which made this trilogy a canon in terms of adaptations of the Knight of the Night in the cinema. You find them on Movistar Play and HBO Max.
6. Ben Affleck – Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) / Suicide Squad (2017) / Justice League (2017) / Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021)
The choice of Ben Affleck as Batman surprised at first, and the public was divided, but the sympathy of the actor made his presence even missed. What’s more, his version is the one that used the most different costumes throughout the feature films in which he appeared. You can watch them on HBO Max and on Movistar Play you can also see Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice.
7. Robert Pattinson – The Batman (2022)
The most recent version of Batman is presented to us by Matt Reeves, who plays Pattinson the Batman of the origins, dark and detective like the early comics. There are great expectations of the actor’s performance as the DC superhero and of the director for giving us a new great trilogy.
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animated
1. Lego Batman (2014 – 2017 – 2019)
2014: A Lego version of Batman appears in The Lego Movie, voiced by Will Arnett.
2017: The Lego Batman movie, voiced by Arnett. This film takes place in a universe in which all the live action movies prior to this year have been produced, as well as some animated series.
2019: Arnett reprized his role as Lego Batman in The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part.
2. Batman Ninja (2018)
Anime tape in which Batman, Joker and all the heroes and villains of Gotham City travel to the past, to feudal Japan. This adventure combines traditional animation with the latest in digital techniques. Participating in the production is the renowned mangaka Takashi Okazaki, illustrator and writer of the popular anime Afro Samurai. Available on Movistar Play.
3. Batman: Dragon Soul (2021)
This animated work is a curious adaptation of the origin of Batman. A young Bruce Wayne begins his training with a team of martial artists in the 1970s. Years later, he must reunite with his former teammates to defeat a mystical threat more dangerous than organized crime. He can be found on Movistar Play and Hbo Max.
TV
Series
1. Batman (1943)
It is played by the actor Lewis Wilson. This is the first series that was made about the hero; Despite his success, Columbia Pictures did not continue betting on him and only played him in 15 episodes of the first season.
2. Batman and Robin (1949)
Sequel to the 1943 series that featured a new actor: Robert Lowery, who also interpreted it in 15 chapters. Lowery eventually became a major movie star, beyond Batman.
3. Batman (1966 -1968)
Series that launched the DC character and his interpreter to world fame Adam West; and although the representation of the hero is not dark at all (rather childish and humorous, but retaining his detective air) the ABC series was able to reach the population of different parts of the world.
4. Gotham (2014-2019)
Set a decade before the appearance of Batman in Gotham City, it shows the origin of villains such as the Penguin, the Riddler, the Joker, among others, as well as bruce wayne training (David Mazouz). It can be seen on Netflix.
5. Pennyworth (2019-2021)
This series works as a prequel to Gotham because it follows the adventures of alfred pennyworth, former agent of the United Kingdom Special Air Regiment (SAS), who crosses paths with Thomas Wayne and Martha Kane, secret agents of the United States who will become the parents of Batman. Here we learn about the experiences in combat of what will be Batman’s faithful butler who will help him in his fight against crime. You can find it on Starz Play.
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animations
There are many animated series about the Bat Man, the main ones are:
1. Batman: The Animated Series (1992-1995)
This animated series allows itself a visual levity, but takes itself very seriously; his main visual influence is Tim Burton’s films. The dubbing work is the best; in the original versionKevin Conroy is a perfect Batman, dry and sometimes cartoonish and Mark Hammill as the Joker is simply fantastic. You can enjoy it on HBO Max.
2. Batman Beyond (1999 – 2001)
Set 20 years after the original animated series, it follows the teenager Terry McGinnis, who will become the new protector of the city, thanks to the tutelage of Bruce Wayne, who left crime fighting due to health problems. It can also be seen on HBO Max.
3. Justice League (2001 – 2004)
Animated series in which Batman is not the protagonist, but several heroes from the DC universe. It’s on HBO Max.
4. Justice League Unlimited (2004-2006)
Continuation of the previous series where the seriousness of Batman is the perfect complement for the adventures of the other superheroes. You can also watch it on HBO Max.
5. The intrepid Batman (2008-2011)
The fearless Batman (The Brave and the Bold in its original version) is another great hero animation series. Here the production opts for fun, jokes and a cast of first-rate secondary characters; Batman is always accompanied by another DC character. Find it on HBO Max.