Bruce Timm, the visionary behind iconic DC animations like “Batman: The Animated Series”, wanted to make the “Superman: Doomsday” movie a brutal affair to mirror the shocking violence of the original comic storyline.
A still from Superman: Doomsday
Timm is one of the biggest reasons behind the huge success of the DC Animated Universe. He worked on a number of animated DC films and is one of the greatest contributors to the comic book movie genre. One of his most well-known works is “Superman: Doomsday”, which he had planned a lot more brutal than the final product was.
Bruce Timm Planned To Have “A Lot More Blood” In Superman: Doomsday Before The Studio Stepped In
A still from Superman: Doomsday
The Son of Krypton faced his biggest foe Doomsday in Superman: Doomsday (2007). If there is someone who can almost manhandle the superhero, then it is Doomsday. Thus, the producer...
A still from Superman: Doomsday
Timm is one of the biggest reasons behind the huge success of the DC Animated Universe. He worked on a number of animated DC films and is one of the greatest contributors to the comic book movie genre. One of his most well-known works is “Superman: Doomsday”, which he had planned a lot more brutal than the final product was.
Bruce Timm Planned To Have “A Lot More Blood” In Superman: Doomsday Before The Studio Stepped In
A still from Superman: Doomsday
The Son of Krypton faced his biggest foe Doomsday in Superman: Doomsday (2007). If there is someone who can almost manhandle the superhero, then it is Doomsday. Thus, the producer...
- 4/19/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is an iconic American artist and animator who has been credited with creating the Dcau as we know it today. With a plethora of animated shows to his name, Timm is also one of the creators of Batman: The Animated Series!
With aging characters in the animated show, Bruce Timm was asked a question about why characters in Batman: The Animated Series aged. To answer, Timm simply said that aging the character was the simplest solution in introducing another character while keeping the fan favorites in their spot!
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Why Bruce Timm Aged His Characters In Batman: The Animated Series
In animated shows, characters often do not age so that the series can continue for a longer time. On the other hand, Dcau legend Bruce Timm decided to do exactly the opposite of that and slowly aged his characters...
With aging characters in the animated show, Bruce Timm was asked a question about why characters in Batman: The Animated Series aged. To answer, Timm simply said that aging the character was the simplest solution in introducing another character while keeping the fan favorites in their spot!
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Why Bruce Timm Aged His Characters In Batman: The Animated Series
In animated shows, characters often do not age so that the series can continue for a longer time. On the other hand, Dcau legend Bruce Timm decided to do exactly the opposite of that and slowly aged his characters...
- 4/19/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm attained legendary status when he dabbled in DC mythos and came up with some of the best animated shows in the franchise’s history. Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series, and Justice League serve as a reminder of his great acumen. Much like the great creators of his time, his work was also influenced by several real-life events. And it showed in Justice League.
A still from 2001’s Justice League: The Animated Series
Justice League was airing at a time when tensions were high between the US Government and Iraq. And a few episodes of the DC show seemed heavily inspired by what was happening. While the issue was controversial to begin with, the Justice League managed to steer away from them delivering a beautiful message.
Suggested“He’s more of a bastard than he ever was”: Batman Beyond’s Greatest Addition Was Old Bruce...
A still from 2001’s Justice League: The Animated Series
Justice League was airing at a time when tensions were high between the US Government and Iraq. And a few episodes of the DC show seemed heavily inspired by what was happening. While the issue was controversial to begin with, the Justice League managed to steer away from them delivering a beautiful message.
Suggested“He’s more of a bastard than he ever was”: Batman Beyond’s Greatest Addition Was Old Bruce...
- 4/19/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
From the creative forces behind DC Universe Animated Original Movie, DC Showcase came to put the spotlight on lesser-known characters that aren’t generally featured in leading roles. Coming up with a series of 10-minute shorts, Bruce Timm’s fascinating, short-form tales entertained longtime and new DC fans alike.
Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons.
Among all the characters featured in Bruce Timm’s DC Showcase, one that stood out was The Spectre, who is believed to be the strongest DC hero toppling Superman. Since the character came as the first installment in DC Showcase, fans were disappointed at why The Spectre didn’t get a feature-length film. Therefore addressing Warner Bros’ business model, Timm explained his decision.
Bruce Timm Addresses WB’s Business Model and DC Showcase
The DC Universe serves as a home to uncountable superheroes and villains, most of whom have never even had the chance to appear on screen.
Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons.
Among all the characters featured in Bruce Timm’s DC Showcase, one that stood out was The Spectre, who is believed to be the strongest DC hero toppling Superman. Since the character came as the first installment in DC Showcase, fans were disappointed at why The Spectre didn’t get a feature-length film. Therefore addressing Warner Bros’ business model, Timm explained his decision.
Bruce Timm Addresses WB’s Business Model and DC Showcase
The DC Universe serves as a home to uncountable superheroes and villains, most of whom have never even had the chance to appear on screen.
- 4/19/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is known for creating some of the most iconic shows of the DC Animated Universe. He was the mastermind behind legendary shows such as Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series, Justice League, and Batman Beyond. Timm was also instrumental in producing animated films with the DC comic book characters including Batman: Under the Red Hood and The Dark Knight Returns.
While developing the animated shows for DC and WB, Timm reportedly set a proper continuity for the Dcau and even went as far as setting Batman Beyond in the future to protect the established canon. However, the one thing he reportedly did not plan was incorporating villains from Batman and Superman into the Justice League.
Bruce Timm Initially Wanted Justice League To Stand On Its Own A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Creator Bruce Timm has developed iconic shows in the DC...
While developing the animated shows for DC and WB, Timm reportedly set a proper continuity for the Dcau and even went as far as setting Batman Beyond in the future to protect the established canon. However, the one thing he reportedly did not plan was incorporating villains from Batman and Superman into the Justice League.
Bruce Timm Initially Wanted Justice League To Stand On Its Own A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Creator Bruce Timm has developed iconic shows in the DC...
- 4/18/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Throughout the years, a lot of stars have portrayed the role of The Dark Knight, aka Batman, in multiple media franchises. However, we have mostly witnessed the character of Bruce Wayne as the Caped Crusader in live-action roles and not many other versions of Batman have made it to the big screen.
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
In Batman Beyond, we saw a different version of Batman in Terry McGinnis for the first time and even then, Bruce Wayne was still a major character in the series.
Bruce Timm opens up about the problems they faced while making Batman Beyond
Batman is one of the most popular superheroes of DC Comics and will certainly go down in history as one of the greatest superheroes of all time. Multiple series and movies, both animated and live-action of the character have been developed over the years and a lot of...
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
In Batman Beyond, we saw a different version of Batman in Terry McGinnis for the first time and even then, Bruce Wayne was still a major character in the series.
Bruce Timm opens up about the problems they faced while making Batman Beyond
Batman is one of the most popular superheroes of DC Comics and will certainly go down in history as one of the greatest superheroes of all time. Multiple series and movies, both animated and live-action of the character have been developed over the years and a lot of...
- 4/15/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
The legendary Bruce Timm is known for being the creator behind many of DC’s animated offerings. The ‘Timmverse’ saw a new dimension to characters such as Batman, Superman, and the Justice League, with Batman: The Animated Series being one of the most celebrated shows of all time. Timm was quite literally the Godfather of DC animation.
Despite his prowess and Midas touch, the animator was reportedly not too keen on developing one show that went on to become a cult classic. Batman Beyond, which was an original show that was not based on any comic, was reportedly the product of studio interference, which wanted a young, teenage Batman instead of an aging Bruce Wayne.
Bruce Timm Created Batman Beyond After Being Arm-Twisted Into Making A Younger Batman Show A still from Batman Beyond
When Bruce Timm was asked to make a younger Batman show by WB and DC studios,...
Despite his prowess and Midas touch, the animator was reportedly not too keen on developing one show that went on to become a cult classic. Batman Beyond, which was an original show that was not based on any comic, was reportedly the product of studio interference, which wanted a young, teenage Batman instead of an aging Bruce Wayne.
Bruce Timm Created Batman Beyond After Being Arm-Twisted Into Making A Younger Batman Show A still from Batman Beyond
When Bruce Timm was asked to make a younger Batman show by WB and DC studios,...
- 4/15/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm has his name tied to some of the greatest adaptations of the Caped Crusader, including Batman: The Animated Series. With the various animated shows and live action adaptations, Batman is one of the most famous superheroes of the generation and those that came before them. Out of which, the most renowned stands out as Batman Beyond.
A still from Batman Beyond
The futuristic take on an otherwise dark and brooding tale has always gathered attention from fans worldwide. However, there is more to the story than what meets the eye. The story that became a fan favorite was a last minute idea. One that Bruce Timm never intended to make in the first place.
Suggested“My one overriding desire was…”: Bruce Timm’s Only Rule for Batman Beyond May Have Saved Two Dcau Shows from Becoming Irrelevant
In fact, Batman Beyond was an idea put on paper on a whim,...
A still from Batman Beyond
The futuristic take on an otherwise dark and brooding tale has always gathered attention from fans worldwide. However, there is more to the story than what meets the eye. The story that became a fan favorite was a last minute idea. One that Bruce Timm never intended to make in the first place.
Suggested“My one overriding desire was…”: Bruce Timm’s Only Rule for Batman Beyond May Have Saved Two Dcau Shows from Becoming Irrelevant
In fact, Batman Beyond was an idea put on paper on a whim,...
- 4/15/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
On the heels of Batman: The Animated Series, a new Dark Knight saga was born out of the pure desperation of a Warner Bros. studio executive. Now, Batman Beyond has become a classic in its own right, forfeiting not only the iconic origin story but also evolving beyond the limitations of what was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane in the technologically inept era of 1939.
Batman Beyond [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]However, creator Bruce Timm quickly realized the burden of undertaking such a task that entailed coming up with an irrefutable version of the legendary DC IP. He needed to be respectable enough to the Batman lore while also inventing a completely original story that didn’t sink his reputation and career for daring to do something that no one wanted, i.e. debut a futuristic cyberpunk Batman.
“He’s more of a bastard than he ever was...
Batman Beyond [Credit: Warner Bros. Television Animation]However, creator Bruce Timm quickly realized the burden of undertaking such a task that entailed coming up with an irrefutable version of the legendary DC IP. He needed to be respectable enough to the Batman lore while also inventing a completely original story that didn’t sink his reputation and career for daring to do something that no one wanted, i.e. debut a futuristic cyberpunk Batman.
“He’s more of a bastard than he ever was...
- 4/15/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Batman will go down in history as one of the most iconic superheroes of all time. Over the years, we have seen many iterations of the Caped Crusader in multiple animated series, movies, and video games. However, most of these iterations revolve around Bruce Wayne’s version of Batman.
Bruce Wayne as Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
It wasn’t until 1999 that we saw a different version of Batman for the first time in Batman Beyond.
The writer of Batman Beyond opens up about how Terry McGinnis was different from Bruce Wayne
Batman Beyond was considered one of the most popular animated series back in the day. The series revolves around the story of Terry McGinnis, a teenage boy who is being trained by Bruce Wayne aka Batman himself to become his successor and watch over Gotham City. This is because The Caped Crusader has become too old himself.
Bruce Wayne as Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
It wasn’t until 1999 that we saw a different version of Batman for the first time in Batman Beyond.
The writer of Batman Beyond opens up about how Terry McGinnis was different from Bruce Wayne
Batman Beyond was considered one of the most popular animated series back in the day. The series revolves around the story of Terry McGinnis, a teenage boy who is being trained by Bruce Wayne aka Batman himself to become his successor and watch over Gotham City. This is because The Caped Crusader has become too old himself.
- 4/15/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
In the world of superheroes and their adversaries, few characters stand as iconic as Superman and his arch-nemesis, Lex Luthor. However, Tim Daly, who voiced Kal-El in Bruce Timm’s Superman: The Animated Series has shared a special affinity for another DC supervillain, who is often described as an anti-hero and a dark reflection of the Kryptonian superhero, Bizarro.
Superman: The Animated Series
He has made recurring appearances in the DC Animated Universe and has been voiced by numerous actors over the years. Daly also gave his voice to the character in The Animated Series, which offered him an insight into the character. The 67-year-old actor expressed empathy towards the villain, as he fondly recalled his time portraying the complex character.
Tim Daly Shared His Experience Working With Bizarro
Introduced in Superboy #68, Bizarro has been frequently seen as an antagonist clashing with Superman and has taken on the role of an anti-hero as well.
Superman: The Animated Series
He has made recurring appearances in the DC Animated Universe and has been voiced by numerous actors over the years. Daly also gave his voice to the character in The Animated Series, which offered him an insight into the character. The 67-year-old actor expressed empathy towards the villain, as he fondly recalled his time portraying the complex character.
Tim Daly Shared His Experience Working With Bizarro
Introduced in Superboy #68, Bizarro has been frequently seen as an antagonist clashing with Superman and has taken on the role of an anti-hero as well.
- 4/15/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Superman has been one of the most popular superheroes, inspiring numerous adaptations over the years. The renowned figure behind the DC animated franchise, Bruce Timm, also brought his vision of the superhero to life in the successful four-season run of Superman: The Animated Series. Yet, the portrayal diverged notably from previous iterations.
Superman: The Animated Series
To fans, who found the superhero’s depiction less formidable and deviated from established character traits, Timm’s approach to the character seemed to display his dislike for Man of Steel. However, the animation producer later clarified such assumptions, offering insights into the creative decisions shaping the portrayal of the Kryptonian superhero in the series.
Bruce Timm Discussed the Challenges of Updating Superman For The Animated Series
In an interview with Comicology, Bruce Timm reflected on the complexities of adapting the beloved character Superman for modern audiences. He argued that they could have updated...
Superman: The Animated Series
To fans, who found the superhero’s depiction less formidable and deviated from established character traits, Timm’s approach to the character seemed to display his dislike for Man of Steel. However, the animation producer later clarified such assumptions, offering insights into the creative decisions shaping the portrayal of the Kryptonian superhero in the series.
Bruce Timm Discussed the Challenges of Updating Superman For The Animated Series
In an interview with Comicology, Bruce Timm reflected on the complexities of adapting the beloved character Superman for modern audiences. He argued that they could have updated...
- 4/15/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
It can be a tricky affair at times to successfully adapt the story of a character into an animated movie, especially if the story has some dark aspects because these movies are usually made with kids as the target audience. The creator of DC Animated Universe, Bruce Timm once also opened up about the same in an interview and talked about how he had to give up on a Catwoman movie idea because of its dark storyline.
Catwoman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series Bruce Timm opens up about his Catwoman movie idea that never made it to the big screen
Batman Beyond was considered one of the most popular animated series back in the day. The series revolves around the story of Terry McGinnis, a teenage boy who is being trained by Bruce Wayne aka Batman himself to become his successor and watch over Gotham City. This is because...
Catwoman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series Bruce Timm opens up about his Catwoman movie idea that never made it to the big screen
Batman Beyond was considered one of the most popular animated series back in the day. The series revolves around the story of Terry McGinnis, a teenage boy who is being trained by Bruce Wayne aka Batman himself to become his successor and watch over Gotham City. This is because...
- 4/14/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
The DC animated universe features some of the beloved animated shows that fans revisit even today. Starting in the 90s, the franchise delivered iconic hits such as Batman: The Animated Series and Justice League. While the Dcau shows received popularity and fanfare over the years, one entry had to fight hard for fan appreciation.
A still from Batman Beyond
Initially, Batman Beyond was received negatively by fans who only later came to love the series. The series now has a cult classic status among the fanbase. However, the initial hate aimed at Batman Beyond proves just how toxic DC fans can be at times. Here is why fans initially hated Batman Beyond and why it became a cult classic.
DC Fans Initially Hated on Batman Beyond Before Hailing It as a Cult Classic
Created by Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, and Alan Burnett, Batman Beyond premiered in January 1999. It served as...
A still from Batman Beyond
Initially, Batman Beyond was received negatively by fans who only later came to love the series. The series now has a cult classic status among the fanbase. However, the initial hate aimed at Batman Beyond proves just how toxic DC fans can be at times. Here is why fans initially hated Batman Beyond and why it became a cult classic.
DC Fans Initially Hated on Batman Beyond Before Hailing It as a Cult Classic
Created by Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, and Alan Burnett, Batman Beyond premiered in January 1999. It served as...
- 4/14/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
The Teen Titans show is one of the most iconic animated offerings from DC. It is in the same league as the studio’s other animated shows such as Batman: The Animated Series and Justice League. Animator Glen Murakami, who also worked on the aforementioned shows, worked on Teen Titans as a showrunner and brought the comic book team to the forefront.
While the Teen Titans began in the ‘60s, the comic book did not gain fame until its ‘80s revival in the form of Marv Wolfman and George Pérez’s The New Teen Titans, by which the show was inspired. Murakami revealed in an interview that DC wanted a do-over from the comics in the show as they were primarily a response to Marvel’s X-Men.
Glen Murakami Revealed Why He Chose To Make Teen Titans More Kid Friendly A still from Teen Titans
Though DC’s animated shows were primarily targeted towards children,...
While the Teen Titans began in the ‘60s, the comic book did not gain fame until its ‘80s revival in the form of Marv Wolfman and George Pérez’s The New Teen Titans, by which the show was inspired. Murakami revealed in an interview that DC wanted a do-over from the comics in the show as they were primarily a response to Marvel’s X-Men.
Glen Murakami Revealed Why He Chose To Make Teen Titans More Kid Friendly A still from Teen Titans
Though DC’s animated shows were primarily targeted towards children,...
- 4/14/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Despite being some of the strongest or smartest beings in the universe, even our beloved superheroes aren’t immune to old age. Although some superheroes have an extended life span, some superheroes of human origin like Batman are known to have become old over the years in comics.
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
An old version of Batman was shown in the series Batman Beyond in which the character had become too old to serve as the Guardian Angel of Gotham City.
Kevin Conroy opens up about portraying an old version of Batman in Batman Beyond
Kevin Conroy was one of the most popular voice actors in Hollywood and was most well-known as the voice of Batman to a whole generation of kids. Throughout his career spanning over four decades, Conroy voiced the character of Bruce Wayne aka Batman in multiple series, movies, and video games.
Suggested“This...
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
An old version of Batman was shown in the series Batman Beyond in which the character had become too old to serve as the Guardian Angel of Gotham City.
Kevin Conroy opens up about portraying an old version of Batman in Batman Beyond
Kevin Conroy was one of the most popular voice actors in Hollywood and was most well-known as the voice of Batman to a whole generation of kids. Throughout his career spanning over four decades, Conroy voiced the character of Bruce Wayne aka Batman in multiple series, movies, and video games.
Suggested“This...
- 4/14/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm will always be the artist who gave the most definitive version of Batman to generations of DC fans. He was the head producer behind Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill’s iconic Batman: The Animated Series. Over the years, he oversaw several DC animated projects, but his first project will always remain dear to him. When asked to name his favorite episode from the series, Timm’s thoughts immediately went to the very first episode, On Leather Wings.
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
This episode was originally aired on Fox Network in the United States on September 6, 1992. Timm went out of his way to bring mystery, mood, and drama to this superhero series that was primarily targeted at a younger audience.
One Batman: The Animated Series Episode Will Always Be Bruce Timm’s Favorite
Bruce Timm’s favorite episode in Batman: The Animated Series was On Leather...
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
This episode was originally aired on Fox Network in the United States on September 6, 1992. Timm went out of his way to bring mystery, mood, and drama to this superhero series that was primarily targeted at a younger audience.
One Batman: The Animated Series Episode Will Always Be Bruce Timm’s Favorite
Bruce Timm’s favorite episode in Batman: The Animated Series was On Leather...
- 4/14/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
During the early days of entertainment when superhero films and TV shows were starting to transition into critical success, Warner Bros. with the Dcau decided to push Batman as the torchbearer for the future of animated series in the franchise.
After the success of Batman: The Animated Series, the cinematic universe decided to expand on the lore of the masked vigilante with their 1999 series Batman Beyond.
A still from Batman Beyond
This was the show that made the vision of critical superhero masterpieces in entertainment come to fruition, as it won an Emmy Award for its second season. But according to series director James Tucker, the episode that ended up winning the award was something that didn’t make any sense to him, particularly because it wasn’t even in the usual narrative of the series.
James Tucker Never Expected His Batman Beyond Episode To Win An Emmy Award James...
After the success of Batman: The Animated Series, the cinematic universe decided to expand on the lore of the masked vigilante with their 1999 series Batman Beyond.
A still from Batman Beyond
This was the show that made the vision of critical superhero masterpieces in entertainment come to fruition, as it won an Emmy Award for its second season. But according to series director James Tucker, the episode that ended up winning the award was something that didn’t make any sense to him, particularly because it wasn’t even in the usual narrative of the series.
James Tucker Never Expected His Batman Beyond Episode To Win An Emmy Award James...
- 4/14/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
In the world of DC, The Justice League acts as a united front against all threats. At the center of this team are two titans of the superhero industry: Superman and Batman. These heavyweights are undeniable draws and their names alone are enough to send a thrill through comic fans.
A still from Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One
However, the recent animated film “Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths” witnessed a shift in dynamics. While there is a huge roster of superheroes in the movie, the one who grounds the narrative isn’t the brooding billionaire or the bulletproof alien.
The Creators Discuss The Leading Role of Flash In Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One was released in January 2024 and is the latest entry in DC’s Tomorrowverse. The movie was directed by Jeff Wamester based on the script written by Jim Krieg.
A still from Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One
However, the recent animated film “Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths” witnessed a shift in dynamics. While there is a huge roster of superheroes in the movie, the one who grounds the narrative isn’t the brooding billionaire or the bulletproof alien.
The Creators Discuss The Leading Role of Flash In Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One was released in January 2024 and is the latest entry in DC’s Tomorrowverse. The movie was directed by Jeff Wamester based on the script written by Jim Krieg.
- 4/13/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
The more versatile an actor is, the more in demand they are. One of the major skills that an actor needs to grab more projects is the ability to change accents at will. This becomes even more essential when you are in the animation industry, where the way you speak can severely impact the quality of the entire production.
A still from Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths- Part One
DC has been experimenting with electronic media ever since the earliest days of Superman radio shows. As technology developed, that translated into animations and live-action adaptations of comic book storylines. The DC Animated Universe (Dcau) is one of the most respected brands in the industry, with shows like Justice League Animated and films like All-Star Superman. DC’s recent entry Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths has been well-liked as well, and fans are really excited for one character in particular.
A still from Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths- Part One
DC has been experimenting with electronic media ever since the earliest days of Superman radio shows. As technology developed, that translated into animations and live-action adaptations of comic book storylines. The DC Animated Universe (Dcau) is one of the most respected brands in the industry, with shows like Justice League Animated and films like All-Star Superman. DC’s recent entry Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths has been well-liked as well, and fans are really excited for one character in particular.
- 4/13/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
A mainstay of hope across comics, cartoons, and movies, the Justice League unites Earth’s mightiest heroes against universe-threatening villains. While its live-action adaptations have been a hit-and-miss, the animated League has consistently delivered.
A still from Justice League: Warworld
The latest in this list is “Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One”. It is the eighth movie of the Tommorverse and the first of a proposed trilogy. In a recent interview, the creative minds behind the latest Justice League movie shed light on the fascinating behind-the-scenes process of bringing these animated adventures to life.
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Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two
Adapting classic comics...
A still from Justice League: Warworld
The latest in this list is “Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One”. It is the eighth movie of the Tommorverse and the first of a proposed trilogy. In a recent interview, the creative minds behind the latest Justice League movie shed light on the fascinating behind-the-scenes process of bringing these animated adventures to life.
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Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two
Adapting classic comics...
- 4/13/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
There was a time when the animated features and shows were in the hands of Dcau producer and supervisor Bruce Timm, who made some of the most memorable pieces of entertainment in the animation space with characters from DC Comics.
But in his pursuit for greatness, he wasn’t alone, as one of the franchise’s projects, none other than the iconic Teen Titans, was handled by Glen Murakami.
The team of Dcau with Bruce Timm and Glen Murakami in the center | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
While Timm has been revered in the industry with his breathtaking narrative and animation style, made popular with Batman: The Animated Series, Murakami made a name for himself with Teen Titans, making it one of the best superhero animated shows in history.
But the animations that Murakami managed to achieve by combining comic book art and anime art style in his production was something that even Timm couldn’t do.
But in his pursuit for greatness, he wasn’t alone, as one of the franchise’s projects, none other than the iconic Teen Titans, was handled by Glen Murakami.
The team of Dcau with Bruce Timm and Glen Murakami in the center | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
While Timm has been revered in the industry with his breathtaking narrative and animation style, made popular with Batman: The Animated Series, Murakami made a name for himself with Teen Titans, making it one of the best superhero animated shows in history.
But the animations that Murakami managed to achieve by combining comic book art and anime art style in his production was something that even Timm couldn’t do.
- 4/13/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Batman has many iconic lines. From his talk about being the personification of vengeance, or the metaphors about darkness and the night, his dialogues follow a similar tone. On top of the lines that have become popular in the comics, it would seem that every person who played the character added something of their own to his Hall of Fame.
Oftentimes, these additions end up being iconic lines that stick around long after they hang the cape.
Batman in the comics.
The perfect example of this would be Ben Affleck’s portrayal in the SnyderVerse. During his time in the franchise, he created a line that has been deemed one of the greatest in the history of the character.
SUGGESTEDZack Snyder’s Unfinished Dceu Can Still Get Back Ben Affleck as Batman After Director’s Recent Comment: “That’d be cool”
So much so, that Kevin Conroy, who has played...
Oftentimes, these additions end up being iconic lines that stick around long after they hang the cape.
Batman in the comics.
The perfect example of this would be Ben Affleck’s portrayal in the SnyderVerse. During his time in the franchise, he created a line that has been deemed one of the greatest in the history of the character.
SUGGESTEDZack Snyder’s Unfinished Dceu Can Still Get Back Ben Affleck as Batman After Director’s Recent Comment: “That’d be cool”
So much so, that Kevin Conroy, who has played...
- 4/13/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Believe it or not, the iconic Superman: The Animated Series (Stas) might have never happened! Creator Bruce Timm, fresh off the success of Batman: The Animated Series (Btas), was primed for another superhero project.
Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons.
In the 1990s, as Kids’ WB! (an American children’s programming block that aired on The WB network from 1995 to 2006) was adding more shows during the day and on Saturday mornings, Oscar-winning director and producer Steven Spielberg wanted to team up with Timm. However, fate (and a creative difference) intervened.
Why did Bruce Timm leave a WB project with Steven Spielberg?
A still from Freakazoid
In an interview with Comicolog, Bruce Timm revealed that straight off the success of the Batman: The Animated Series, Steven Spielberg (a Btas fan himself) wanted to collaborate with him.
But it wasn’t Superman. Instead, it was Freakazoid — a wacky parody superhero. Started...
Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons.
In the 1990s, as Kids’ WB! (an American children’s programming block that aired on The WB network from 1995 to 2006) was adding more shows during the day and on Saturday mornings, Oscar-winning director and producer Steven Spielberg wanted to team up with Timm. However, fate (and a creative difference) intervened.
Why did Bruce Timm leave a WB project with Steven Spielberg?
A still from Freakazoid
In an interview with Comicolog, Bruce Timm revealed that straight off the success of the Batman: The Animated Series, Steven Spielberg (a Btas fan himself) wanted to collaborate with him.
But it wasn’t Superman. Instead, it was Freakazoid — a wacky parody superhero. Started...
- 4/13/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
The animated TV series Teen Titans, based on the eponymous DC Comics superhero team, premiered in July 2013 released to generally positive reviews from both critics and audiences. Over the years, it gained a significant fan following for its unique storytelling, character development, and blend of action, humor, and drama.
A still from Teen Titans
Teen Titans was different from other superhero shows in many ways, but the one that stood out the most was probably the fact that the show was not made with the usually popular characters in focus. Besides, it featured a character with no superpowers as the leader of a superhero show. As contradictory as it is, the show creator Glen Murakami explained his reasons for doing this.
Teen Titan Showrunner Glen Murakami on Why Robin Was Made the Leader
A still from Teen Titans featuring Robin
Animated superhero shows are a huge part of entertainment even today.
A still from Teen Titans
Teen Titans was different from other superhero shows in many ways, but the one that stood out the most was probably the fact that the show was not made with the usually popular characters in focus. Besides, it featured a character with no superpowers as the leader of a superhero show. As contradictory as it is, the show creator Glen Murakami explained his reasons for doing this.
Teen Titan Showrunner Glen Murakami on Why Robin Was Made the Leader
A still from Teen Titans featuring Robin
Animated superhero shows are a huge part of entertainment even today.
- 4/12/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy was an iconic voice actor who was known around the world for voicing the role of Batman extensively in the Dcau. Portraying (or more rather voicing) the role for almost two decades, Conroy had millions of fans over the globe.!
Well, these millions of fans were indeed shocked when Conroy was replaced by Robocop star Peter Weller in the Dcau. However, in an interview many years later, Conroy stated that he didn’t actually mind Peter Weller’s Batman and was even curious to see how the actor approached the role!
A still from Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy Didn’t Mind Peter Weller Taking Over For One Dcau Movie!
Conroy found worldwide fame and love for voicing the role of Batman ever since he joined the cast of Batman: The Animated Series, which was released back in 1992. Running for three years, the show ended but Conroy...
Well, these millions of fans were indeed shocked when Conroy was replaced by Robocop star Peter Weller in the Dcau. However, in an interview many years later, Conroy stated that he didn’t actually mind Peter Weller’s Batman and was even curious to see how the actor approached the role!
A still from Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy Didn’t Mind Peter Weller Taking Over For One Dcau Movie!
Conroy found worldwide fame and love for voicing the role of Batman ever since he joined the cast of Batman: The Animated Series, which was released back in 1992. Running for three years, the show ended but Conroy...
- 4/12/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Sometimes, a Bat Signal is a searchlight that sends a signal of hope capable of piercing even Gotham City’s darkest night. Sometimes, it’s a YouTube video on a channel devoted to getting sponsorship from Hot Topic, asking any artists if they’re down to collaborate. Vera Drew opted for the latter.
Her film, “The People’s Joker,” is not only one of the most impressive and subversive stretches of fair use law ever put to film, taking the characters and mythology of the Batman universe (as well as Lorne Michaels) to tell a trans coming-of-age story that DC Comics would never touch on its own. It is also an impressive, successful example of how crowdsourcing can elevate a project and bring out the radical queer politics at its heart.
Drew had initially thought about working on a project that repurposed and rearranged footage from Todd Philip’s “Joker,” but...
Her film, “The People’s Joker,” is not only one of the most impressive and subversive stretches of fair use law ever put to film, taking the characters and mythology of the Batman universe (as well as Lorne Michaels) to tell a trans coming-of-age story that DC Comics would never touch on its own. It is also an impressive, successful example of how crowdsourcing can elevate a project and bring out the radical queer politics at its heart.
Drew had initially thought about working on a project that repurposed and rearranged footage from Todd Philip’s “Joker,” but...
- 4/11/2024
- by Sarah Shachat
- Indiewire
Spider-Man: The Animated Series and Batman: The Animated Series were probably the best animated shows of the ’90s. While the former is a Marvel show, the latter is a part of the Dcau. Although it has been years since the last seasons of these shows aired, fans still go back to them from time to time.
Besides being one of the best animated shows out there, Spider-Man: The Animated Series was the first project to introduce the Spider-Man Multiverse which inspired numerous comics and other projects in the 21st century. On the other hand, Batman: The Animated Series was so good that it won several Daytime Emmy Awards and even a Primetime Emmy Award.
While there is no competition between the two because both have excelled in their own way, here are 3 reasons why each of the two shows is great.
Spider-Man: The Animated Series Managed to Impress Fans Despite...
Besides being one of the best animated shows out there, Spider-Man: The Animated Series was the first project to introduce the Spider-Man Multiverse which inspired numerous comics and other projects in the 21st century. On the other hand, Batman: The Animated Series was so good that it won several Daytime Emmy Awards and even a Primetime Emmy Award.
While there is no competition between the two because both have excelled in their own way, here are 3 reasons why each of the two shows is great.
Spider-Man: The Animated Series Managed to Impress Fans Despite...
- 4/11/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
The Dcau has very rarely disappointed fans. With the perfect balance of fan service, good storytelling, and experimentation, the vastness of DC’s animated universe is truly amazing. Having been going strong, long before live-action adaptations of these works began, these projects have acted as the only source of light in these dark times in the superhero world.
A still from Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
The most recent addition to this universe was Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths—Part One, which is the first in a three-part adaptation of the legendary comic book storyline. When a plot as iconic as Crisis on Infinite Earths is being adapted into any medium, fans are bound to get nervous. However, the animated movie has met all of its expectations and then some.
Suggested“We don’t have the money”: Bruce Timm Said One Alex Ross DC Comic Arc is So...
A still from Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
The most recent addition to this universe was Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths—Part One, which is the first in a three-part adaptation of the legendary comic book storyline. When a plot as iconic as Crisis on Infinite Earths is being adapted into any medium, fans are bound to get nervous. However, the animated movie has met all of its expectations and then some.
Suggested“We don’t have the money”: Bruce Timm Said One Alex Ross DC Comic Arc is So...
- 4/11/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Batman: The Animated Series, a cornerstone of beloved DC shows, celebrated its 28th anniversary. Batman: The Animated Series was followed by two sequel series — Superman: The Animated Series (1996-2000) and The New Batman Adventures (1997-1999).
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
These three series, along with several films, make up the DC Animated Universe (Dcau). But what is it about these shows that resonates with fans, even those who typically favor Marvel?
Suggested“Like cutting the fingers off your own baby”: One Dcau Film Had Such Edgy Material it Can’t Ever be “Kid-friendly” for Bruce Timm
All the credit goes to Bruce Timm’s creative prowess. He’s a true veteran in the world of DC animation, and his talent has had a huge impact on fans for over 20 years.
How Bruce Timm Became The Mastermind Behind Iconic Dcau Creations Bruce Timm | Credits: Wikimedia Commons...
A still from Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
These three series, along with several films, make up the DC Animated Universe (Dcau). But what is it about these shows that resonates with fans, even those who typically favor Marvel?
Suggested“Like cutting the fingers off your own baby”: One Dcau Film Had Such Edgy Material it Can’t Ever be “Kid-friendly” for Bruce Timm
All the credit goes to Bruce Timm’s creative prowess. He’s a true veteran in the world of DC animation, and his talent has had a huge impact on fans for over 20 years.
How Bruce Timm Became The Mastermind Behind Iconic Dcau Creations Bruce Timm | Credits: Wikimedia Commons...
- 4/11/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm has influenced an entire generation of DC fans with his take on popular superheroes by bringing them to the animation medium. Timm’s work on Batman: The Animated Series remains iconic and the writer-director continues to contribute to projects based on DC properties to this day.
A still from Batman: The Animated Series
One of Timm’s more recent projects in the DC sandpit is the animated film Batman: Soul of the Dragon. During an interview, Timm was asked about what made him return to his Batman roots and why the film was a departure from his previous take on the character. Here is why Bruce Timm made Batman: Soul of the Dragon, explained in his own words.
Bruce Timm Reveals the Real Reason He Worked on Batman: Soul of the Dragon.
Directed by Sam Liu, Batman: Soul of the Dragon is a 2021 animated film, which sees Bruce...
A still from Batman: The Animated Series
One of Timm’s more recent projects in the DC sandpit is the animated film Batman: Soul of the Dragon. During an interview, Timm was asked about what made him return to his Batman roots and why the film was a departure from his previous take on the character. Here is why Bruce Timm made Batman: Soul of the Dragon, explained in his own words.
Bruce Timm Reveals the Real Reason He Worked on Batman: Soul of the Dragon.
Directed by Sam Liu, Batman: Soul of the Dragon is a 2021 animated film, which sees Bruce...
- 4/11/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
There are a lot of ways actors look at portraying superheroes when they have a secret identity. Most Spider-Man actors tend to use the same voice as Peter Parker and his alter ego. However, a different president was set for Batman by none other than Kevin Conroy, who has voiced the characters more times than one.
Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy’s run as Batman across media is perhaps the most iconic portrayal of a character, let alone in superhero fiction. Conroy did some very interesting things with the character, and one of them even defined how the character would be portrayed by other actors, setting a genre-wide trend for the portrayal of Batman.
Kevin Conroy used separate voices for Batman and Bruce Wayne
Batman: The Animated Series
When playing Bruce Wayne and Batman, Conroy decided to use different voices for the character, to plug the plot hole...
Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy’s run as Batman across media is perhaps the most iconic portrayal of a character, let alone in superhero fiction. Conroy did some very interesting things with the character, and one of them even defined how the character would be portrayed by other actors, setting a genre-wide trend for the portrayal of Batman.
Kevin Conroy used separate voices for Batman and Bruce Wayne
Batman: The Animated Series
When playing Bruce Wayne and Batman, Conroy decided to use different voices for the character, to plug the plot hole...
- 4/11/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The late actor Kevin Conroy gained worldwide recognition after he voiced the character of Batman in various animated media, starting with 1992’s Batman: The Animated Series. The actor-based his dual-voice performance for Batman on Leslie Howard in the movie The Scarlet Pimpernel. Kevin Conroy has portrayed the character longer than any other actor in live-action or animation.
Fans have always expressed how much they have admired Kevin Conroy’s work as Bruce Wayne and Batman on screen. The actor unfortunately passed away in November 2022 at the age of 66, following a private battle with intestinal cancer. Kevin Conroy often spoke about the fame and success that voicing Batman brought him.
Kevin Conroy voiced Batman starting with Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy acknowledges being the definitive voice of Batman
Actor Kevin Conroy started voicing the character of DC Comic superhero Batman in 1992’s Batman: The Animated Series onwards. He went on...
Fans have always expressed how much they have admired Kevin Conroy’s work as Bruce Wayne and Batman on screen. The actor unfortunately passed away in November 2022 at the age of 66, following a private battle with intestinal cancer. Kevin Conroy often spoke about the fame and success that voicing Batman brought him.
Kevin Conroy voiced Batman starting with Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy acknowledges being the definitive voice of Batman
Actor Kevin Conroy started voicing the character of DC Comic superhero Batman in 1992’s Batman: The Animated Series onwards. He went on...
- 4/10/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Batman: The Animated Series Producer Alan Burnett Had the Most Legit Reason Why He “Moved to Disney”
Batman: The Animated Series is an iconic animated series that aired from 1992 to 1995 and became a nostalgic show for people all over the world. With a dedicated team at hand for Batman: Tas, producer Alan Burnett also felt proud of his work.
Alan Burnett revealed that when he moved to Disney, he had a very particular reason for it. Stating budgetary reasons and the limits of his imagination, here’s what prompted the Batman: The Animated Series producer to move to Disney!
Batman voiced by Kevin Conroy in Batman: The Animated Series (1992-1995)
Batman: The Animated Series Producer On Why He Joined Disney
Alan Burnett served as a producer on Batman: The Animated Series until the series ended in 1995. But before he served as the producer, Burnett was a part of the team at Disney. Working on shows like The Smurfs, Johnny Quest, and, more, the transition to DC might have been not so smooth.
Alan Burnett revealed that when he moved to Disney, he had a very particular reason for it. Stating budgetary reasons and the limits of his imagination, here’s what prompted the Batman: The Animated Series producer to move to Disney!
Batman voiced by Kevin Conroy in Batman: The Animated Series (1992-1995)
Batman: The Animated Series Producer On Why He Joined Disney
Alan Burnett served as a producer on Batman: The Animated Series until the series ended in 1995. But before he served as the producer, Burnett was a part of the team at Disney. Working on shows like The Smurfs, Johnny Quest, and, more, the transition to DC might have been not so smooth.
- 4/10/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Even after 32 years since the release of Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series, the four seasoned show still seems like a quality watch. Worthy of celebration and binge-watching, the 1992 series brought in dark visuals, compelling stories, and incredible characters that impressed fans, once and for all. But among all the profound things that the show did, Timm indefinitely created a better version of one Batman villain.
Batman: The Animated Series creator Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons
Yes, we’re talking about Mr. Freeze who previously appeared in Adam West’s 1966 show Batman. Played by three different actors in West’s three seasoned show, the villainous character was unfortunately turned into a joke, which was later perfected by Bruce Timm in his Batman: The Animated Series. Voiced by the late actor Michael Ansara, Mr. Freeze in Timm’s series eventually got his deserving respect as an iconic villain.
Batman: The Animated Series creator Bruce Timm. | Credit: Gage Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons
Yes, we’re talking about Mr. Freeze who previously appeared in Adam West’s 1966 show Batman. Played by three different actors in West’s three seasoned show, the villainous character was unfortunately turned into a joke, which was later perfected by Bruce Timm in his Batman: The Animated Series. Voiced by the late actor Michael Ansara, Mr. Freeze in Timm’s series eventually got his deserving respect as an iconic villain.
- 4/10/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Although the superhero and comic book genres have become popular on television and film, this was not the case prior to the 2000s. A major influence on superhero tales is the video game series known as the Batman Arkham Trilogy. Notable actor Mark Hamill, who played the voice of Joker in numerous DC Comics productions beginning in 1992 with Batman: The Animated Series, opened up in 2023 about the dark and twisted portrayal of Joker in the game series.
For Hamill, the superhero video game series by Rocksteady Studios revealed an entirely new world, as he hinted in a post on X honoring the game’s launch just over a decade ago. The Joker is portrayed as a merciless and unpredictable villain who continuously tests Batman’s resolve with his cunning plans and deceitful actions throughout the Arkham game series.
Mark Hamill’s Joker in Batman: The Animated Series
Playing the Ace...
For Hamill, the superhero video game series by Rocksteady Studios revealed an entirely new world, as he hinted in a post on X honoring the game’s launch just over a decade ago. The Joker is portrayed as a merciless and unpredictable villain who continuously tests Batman’s resolve with his cunning plans and deceitful actions throughout the Arkham game series.
Mark Hamill’s Joker in Batman: The Animated Series
Playing the Ace...
- 4/10/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Written by Mark Waid and Alex Ross, DC Comics Kingdom Come was published in 1996 under the Elseworlds imprint. Alex Ross developed the concept from the original idea and painted the comic book in gouache, which has been appreciated by ardent comic book fans. DC Animated Universe veteran Bruce Timm also appreciates Alex Ross’ concept for the comic book.
Set in an alternate future of the DC Universe, Kingdom Come’s story takes the readers into a time when the Justice League team and the new-generation superheroes are fighting each other to determine the future of the planet. The limited series was reportedly written as an indictment against the growing trend of violent anti-hero archetypes that sprung out in the early 1990s. Bruce Timm explained in detail why the comic book couldn’t be adapted for an animated movie.
Alex Ross’ visual art for Kingdom Come is highly appreciated (Credits: Cbr...
Set in an alternate future of the DC Universe, Kingdom Come’s story takes the readers into a time when the Justice League team and the new-generation superheroes are fighting each other to determine the future of the planet. The limited series was reportedly written as an indictment against the growing trend of violent anti-hero archetypes that sprung out in the early 1990s. Bruce Timm explained in detail why the comic book couldn’t be adapted for an animated movie.
Alex Ross’ visual art for Kingdom Come is highly appreciated (Credits: Cbr...
- 4/10/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Comic books make up the bulk of pop culture literature today. And what makes them special is their gorgeous art that gives wings to our imagination. In the history of DC and Marvel comics, very few artists have gone on to receive legendary status. Alex Ross is definitely one of them, whose works in both industry powerhouses are nothing short of dreams coming to reality.
Artwork of Superman: Kingdom Come from DC Comics.
Though Ross has given life to numerous comics and novels during his career, his collaboration with Mark Waid in the 1996 miniseries Kingdom Come completely blew the minds of comic book enthusiasts. Not only was the futuristic storyline loved by many, but the life-like etchings of DC superheroes almost felt like a lively screen of a movie or TV show.
Suggested“I didn’t even have to think about it”: Steven Spielberg Superhero Show Butchered Bruce Timm...
Artwork of Superman: Kingdom Come from DC Comics.
Though Ross has given life to numerous comics and novels during his career, his collaboration with Mark Waid in the 1996 miniseries Kingdom Come completely blew the minds of comic book enthusiasts. Not only was the futuristic storyline loved by many, but the life-like etchings of DC superheroes almost felt like a lively screen of a movie or TV show.
Suggested“I didn’t even have to think about it”: Steven Spielberg Superhero Show Butchered Bruce Timm...
- 4/9/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Developed by Bruce Timm and Alan Burnett, Superman: The Animated Series aired on Kids’ WB from 1996 to 2000. It was the second animated series in the DC Animated Universe and received critical appreciation for the performances by the voice actors, writing, maturity, and the touch of modernization in Superman’s comic book mythos. Butch Lukic, who directed three episodes of season three of Superman: The Animated Series, addressed the fate of Kingdom Come.
Kingdom Come is a miniseries published by DC Comics under the Elseworlds imprint. Written by Mark Waid and Alex Ross, the story is set in an alternate future of the DC Universe. The story follows a battle between the new generation of heroes and the Justice League, which determines the future of the planet. Fans have been waiting for a movie adaptation of Kingdom Come, and now Butch Lukic explains why it hasn’t happened yet.
Superman: The Animated Series...
Kingdom Come is a miniseries published by DC Comics under the Elseworlds imprint. Written by Mark Waid and Alex Ross, the story is set in an alternate future of the DC Universe. The story follows a battle between the new generation of heroes and the Justice League, which determines the future of the planet. Fans have been waiting for a movie adaptation of Kingdom Come, and now Butch Lukic explains why it hasn’t happened yet.
Superman: The Animated Series...
- 4/9/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Batman: The Animated Series is one of the most iconic pieces of television of all time, having laid the foundations for the Dcau as well as revolutionized storytelling in animation. One of the biggest reasons for its success has to be its co-creator, Bruce Timm, who has an innate understanding of the characters he portrays, which also helped him create other beloved projects like Justice League, Batman: Beyond, and Superman: The Animated Series.
Batman: The Animated Series
Despite these, the original 1992 series has to be one of his most significant works to date. Despite being as successful as it was, it is a difficult truth that the series was canceled due to a decline in its hype and quality. Since the release of its final season, however, its viewership has only grown, and it still stands as one of the best-animated works of all time.
SUGGESTEDBatman: Tas Writer Helped Develop...
Batman: The Animated Series
Despite these, the original 1992 series has to be one of his most significant works to date. Despite being as successful as it was, it is a difficult truth that the series was canceled due to a decline in its hype and quality. Since the release of its final season, however, its viewership has only grown, and it still stands as one of the best-animated works of all time.
SUGGESTEDBatman: Tas Writer Helped Develop...
- 4/9/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Making animated series based on comics or violent storylines can always become a tricky affair for its creators and the studio. A similar thing could’ve happened to the iconic series that kicked off the DC Animated Universe, Batman: The Animated Series had it not been for Warner Bros Studio giving the writers the freedom to not make a series whose intended audience was only the kids.
Batman: The Animated Series Henry Gilroy talks about how Warner Bros Studio gave a green light to Btas to go all out
Batman is one of the most popular superheroes of DC Comics and will certainly go down in history as one of the greatest superheroes of all time. Multiple series and movies, both animated and live-action of the character have been developed over the years and a lot of actors have portrayed the role of Bruce Wayne aka Batman.
SUGGESTEDDespite Being Ahead of its Time,...
Batman: The Animated Series Henry Gilroy talks about how Warner Bros Studio gave a green light to Btas to go all out
Batman is one of the most popular superheroes of DC Comics and will certainly go down in history as one of the greatest superheroes of all time. Multiple series and movies, both animated and live-action of the character have been developed over the years and a lot of actors have portrayed the role of Bruce Wayne aka Batman.
SUGGESTEDDespite Being Ahead of its Time,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
Voice actors always have an important role to play in animated media franchises. Their job is to express the emotions that their characters are feeling only with their voices and it requires an incredible amount of skill and perfection to be able to do it consistently.
Batman Beyond
Will Friedle is one of the most established voice actors in the industry and once in an interview, the American actor talked about how his debut role as a voice actor was one of the toughest that he had to play.
Will Friedle opens up about working alongside Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill on Batman Beyond
Will Friedle is one of the most established voice actors in the industry and has voiced a lot of iconic characters throughout his career spanning over three decades. The American actor first kicked off his career as an actor back in 1988 and portrayed some supporting roles...
Batman Beyond
Will Friedle is one of the most established voice actors in the industry and once in an interview, the American actor talked about how his debut role as a voice actor was one of the toughest that he had to play.
Will Friedle opens up about working alongside Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill on Batman Beyond
Will Friedle is one of the most established voice actors in the industry and has voiced a lot of iconic characters throughout his career spanning over three decades. The American actor first kicked off his career as an actor back in 1988 and portrayed some supporting roles...
- 4/9/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
Batman: The Animated Series has gained a reputation for being one of the most iconic animated series of all time, even though it was released around two decades ago. Having a perfect balance of mature themes and fun moments, the series has been enjoyed by people of all age groups.
Batman: The Animated Series
However, one must not forget that the series was always meant for children and, therefore, had to follow a lot of rules. Although the creators and writers were able to make their way around certain limitations, there were some that the studio simply did not budge on.
Suggested“He was just one of my favorite people”: Mark Hamill Will “Never stop missing” Kevin Conroy, Revealed How Their Joker-Batman Dynamic Spilled Off Screen
Writer Henry Gilroy revealed that some taboos were not allowed to make it into the show. Despite this, the creators, Bruce Timm...
Batman: The Animated Series
However, one must not forget that the series was always meant for children and, therefore, had to follow a lot of rules. Although the creators and writers were able to make their way around certain limitations, there were some that the studio simply did not budge on.
Suggested“He was just one of my favorite people”: Mark Hamill Will “Never stop missing” Kevin Conroy, Revealed How Their Joker-Batman Dynamic Spilled Off Screen
Writer Henry Gilroy revealed that some taboos were not allowed to make it into the show. Despite this, the creators, Bruce Timm...
- 4/9/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The tales and myths of blood-sucking vampires have existed since time immemorial. They have made their way into pop culture, including comics that have their own versions of these legendary monsters. Marvel’s Morbius, the Living Vampire, was its own iteration that combined science and mythic arts, and debuted in The Amazing Spider-Man #101 in October 1971. Since then, the character has made regular appearances in comics, shows, and even a standalone film.
Morbius in Spider-Man: The Animated Series
Similar to his on-page debut, Michael Morbius first appeared in the fan-favorite Fox Kids show Spider-Man: The Animated Series. The success of the animated show gave the showrunner John Semper the space to experiment and introduce obscure characters such as Morbius, and it worked out in favor of Marvel fans.
Suggested“I got really pissed”: After Spider-Man: The Animated Series, John Semper Was Forced to Shut Down His Ghost Rider Show Due to Avi Arad
However,...
Morbius in Spider-Man: The Animated Series
Similar to his on-page debut, Michael Morbius first appeared in the fan-favorite Fox Kids show Spider-Man: The Animated Series. The success of the animated show gave the showrunner John Semper the space to experiment and introduce obscure characters such as Morbius, and it worked out in favor of Marvel fans.
Suggested“I got really pissed”: After Spider-Man: The Animated Series, John Semper Was Forced to Shut Down His Ghost Rider Show Due to Avi Arad
However,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Starting with Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series, the Dcau has emerged as one of the most revered adaptations of the DC Universe to date. Over time, it has expanded to include numerous series and movies, continually introducing a plethora of DC characters across various projects.
Bruce Timm’s Justice League animated series
However, not all proposed projects saw the light of day, with some being shelved indefinitely. One such project was an animated series Superman’s Justice League, which was ultimately axed by Warner Bros. executives in favor of prioritizing Superman: The Animated Series.
Bruce Timm Planned to Introduce Justice League Alongside Superman
Following the success of Batman: The Animated Series and Superman: The Animated Series, Bruce Timm introduced Justice League in 2001. However, this was not his original intention for the subsequent TV show featuring the superhero ensemble.
A still from Justice League: The Animated Series
During the mid-1990s,...
Bruce Timm’s Justice League animated series
However, not all proposed projects saw the light of day, with some being shelved indefinitely. One such project was an animated series Superman’s Justice League, which was ultimately axed by Warner Bros. executives in favor of prioritizing Superman: The Animated Series.
Bruce Timm Planned to Introduce Justice League Alongside Superman
Following the success of Batman: The Animated Series and Superman: The Animated Series, Bruce Timm introduced Justice League in 2001. However, this was not his original intention for the subsequent TV show featuring the superhero ensemble.
A still from Justice League: The Animated Series
During the mid-1990s,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Tons of Batmans have shown off their geniuses and strength to audiences over the course of time, but not every single one of them managed to leave their mark on the viewers’ minds. While some of the projects’ failure was understandable, some others were truly done injustice to — like the one film from the DC Animated Universe that Mark Hamill will always hold close to his heart.
Batman in the comics.
This one film is none other than the animated masterpiece cum box office disaster from 1993, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. And even though Hamill has lent his voice to multiple other blockbuster masterworks featuring the Joker including Batman: The Animated Series, this one particular box office bomb still continues to rule his heart for reasons all too valid.
Mark Hamill Hails Mask of the Phantasm as “One of the best Batman movies ever”
Released on Christmas of 1993, Mask of...
Batman in the comics.
This one film is none other than the animated masterpiece cum box office disaster from 1993, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. And even though Hamill has lent his voice to multiple other blockbuster masterworks featuring the Joker including Batman: The Animated Series, this one particular box office bomb still continues to rule his heart for reasons all too valid.
Mark Hamill Hails Mask of the Phantasm as “One of the best Batman movies ever”
Released on Christmas of 1993, Mask of...
- 4/8/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Phil Lamarr is one of the most prolific voice actors, having lent his voice to some of the most iconic characters in the animation medium. Lamarr is best known for voicing John Stewart / Green Lantern in the 2000-2004 animated series Justice League and its follow-up, Justice League: Unlimited. He also lent his voice to a Jedi Master in the Star Wars franchise.
Phil Lamarr (Image Credit: Vanity Fair | YouTube)
In an interview, Lamarr was asked about his favorite character to voice in animation and video game mediums. However, Lamarr avoided the question and refused to pick a favorite between his Justice League and Star Wars roles. Here is why Lamarr refrained from naming the voice-acting gig that was closest to his heart.
Justice League Star Phil Lamarr Refuses to Choose Favorite Voice-Acting Role
Phil Lamarr has had a respectable acting career but he became a pop culture icon thanks to his voice acting roles.
Phil Lamarr (Image Credit: Vanity Fair | YouTube)
In an interview, Lamarr was asked about his favorite character to voice in animation and video game mediums. However, Lamarr avoided the question and refused to pick a favorite between his Justice League and Star Wars roles. Here is why Lamarr refrained from naming the voice-acting gig that was closest to his heart.
Justice League Star Phil Lamarr Refuses to Choose Favorite Voice-Acting Role
Phil Lamarr has had a respectable acting career but he became a pop culture icon thanks to his voice acting roles.
- 4/8/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
There are numerous Batman projects ranging from movies to TV shows and live-action to animated including one that includes Mark Hamill’s Joker. Each has their own standing and all of them are either unanimously loved or hated by audiences.
One of the most iconic names attached to the super includes Kevin Conroy, Christian Bale, and many more.
Mask of the Phantasm
There have been projects that worked for the best and those that didn’t. Many were liked by the fans while others ruthlessly got thrashed. Among this lot was an underrated gem, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm.
Suggested“There was great controversy”: Not Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill Only Agreed to Play the Joker Due to Another Batman Actor
While most would regard the film as a classic tale, the 1993 film took a long time to rise to the ranks. So much so that when it was first released,...
One of the most iconic names attached to the super includes Kevin Conroy, Christian Bale, and many more.
Mask of the Phantasm
There have been projects that worked for the best and those that didn’t. Many were liked by the fans while others ruthlessly got thrashed. Among this lot was an underrated gem, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm.
Suggested“There was great controversy”: Not Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill Only Agreed to Play the Joker Due to Another Batman Actor
While most would regard the film as a classic tale, the 1993 film took a long time to rise to the ranks. So much so that when it was first released,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Voice actors always have an important role to play in animated media franchises. Their job is to express the emotions that their characters are feeling only with their voices and it requires an incredible amount of skill and perfection to be able to do it consistently.
Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy was most popular for voicing the character of Batman in over a dozen movies, series, and video games but it was later revealed that he was not the first person to voice the character in Batman: The Animated Series.
Animator Henry Gilroy was the first person to portray the voice of Batman before Kevin Conroy
Kevin Conroy was one of the most popular voice actors in Hollywood and was most well-known as the voice of Batman to a whole generation of kids. Throughout his career spanning over four decades, Conroy voiced the character of Bruce Wayne aka Batman in multiple series,...
Batman: The Animated Series
Kevin Conroy was most popular for voicing the character of Batman in over a dozen movies, series, and video games but it was later revealed that he was not the first person to voice the character in Batman: The Animated Series.
Animator Henry Gilroy was the first person to portray the voice of Batman before Kevin Conroy
Kevin Conroy was one of the most popular voice actors in Hollywood and was most well-known as the voice of Batman to a whole generation of kids. Throughout his career spanning over four decades, Conroy voiced the character of Bruce Wayne aka Batman in multiple series,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
There are a lot of restrictions when it comes to children’s media. Not only are networks very strict about what they allow to be put in their projects, but parents take it upon themselves to make sure the content their children are consuming is age-appropriate. Balancing so many rules and regulations can be quite tedious when one is trying to create something successful.
Batman: The Animated Series
Showrunners and writers are forced to obsessively think through every scene they add, and even then, getting no feedback from angry parents is rare. Such limitations can be especially challenging when creating a superhero series, a genre that is well known for pushing the boundaries of what is appropriate for kids to watch.
“He was just one of my favorite people”: Mark Hamill Will “Never stop missing” Kevin Conroy, Revealed How Their Joker-Batman Dynamic Spilled Off Screen
On top of the different types of crimes,...
Batman: The Animated Series
Showrunners and writers are forced to obsessively think through every scene they add, and even then, getting no feedback from angry parents is rare. Such limitations can be especially challenging when creating a superhero series, a genre that is well known for pushing the boundaries of what is appropriate for kids to watch.
“He was just one of my favorite people”: Mark Hamill Will “Never stop missing” Kevin Conroy, Revealed How Their Joker-Batman Dynamic Spilled Off Screen
On top of the different types of crimes,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
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