Die Vereinigte Unterwelt möchte am liebsten die Welt zerstören. Wenn nur dem Katzenweib, dem Joker, dem Pinguin und dem Rätselknacker nicht immer der geheimnisvolle Batman und sein junger Assistent Robin einen Strich durch die Rechnung machen würden! Die beiden besitzen nämlich nicht nur eine Menge phantastischer technischer Einrichtungen, sie sind auch mutig, listenreich und - leider - nur dem Guten der Welt verpflichtet. Doch jetzt haben sich die Vereinigten Bösewichte etwas ganz Besonderes ausgedacht: Sie kidnappen eine sensationell neue Erfindung, mit der man Menschen zu Staub verwandeln kann. Das Hauptquartier der Vereinigten Weltorganisation ist ihr erstes Ziel. Nur Batman kann den Terror verhindern - doch der hat sich in seiner bürgerlichen Identität als Bruce Wayne ausgerechnet in das Katzenweib verliebt...
Actress Yvonne Craig was featured in a promotional short, which was shown to ABC executives in order to not only add Batgirl to the cast, but ensure a third season for the television series. The villain in this presentation was Tim Herbert as The Killer Moth, although the villain was never used on the series. This film was never shown on television, however it is featured on numerous video tapes documenting the show.
In the pilot mild-mannered librarian Barbara Gordon was about to lock-up the Gotham library when Killer Moth and three of his henchmen attempted to kidnap a millionaire checking-out a book in the building. The villainous gang locked Barbara in a back room, but before they could make their escape Batman & Robin arrived to foil their plan. Killer Moth managed to get the drop on the Dynamic Duo and covered them in a confining cocoon, leaving no one to stand in his way. What he didn’t realise was there was a new hero in Gotham and before he had chance to escape, Batgirl arrived to save the day.
This shows Burton Gervis (Burt Ward) and Adam West auditioning for the roles of Batman and Robin. Very interesting to see Burt Ward doing a Karate demonstration for his audition.
Cool equal rights commerical featuring Batman, Robin and Batgirl. Batgirl wants equal pay from Batman or she'll let them blow-up.
Biography Channel Documentary The “Caped Crusader” and his loyal sidekick thrilled both children and adults when the comic book heroes segued onto the small screen in 1966. Rare photos, clips, and screen tests, as well as interviews with the show’s cast and creators document the extraordinary three-year flight of Batman the TV series.
Es ist die Geschichte einer geschmacklosen und billigen Sitcom der 60er Jahre, die zum absoluten Fernsehhit wurde. Nicht nur die Komikhelden Batman (Adam West) und Robin (Burt Ward) eroberten die Herzen der Zuschauer, sondern auch die schrulligen Bösewichte The Riddler (Frank Gorshin), The Joker (Cesar Romero) und Catwoman (Julie Newmar). In den Interviews stehen die Schauspieler und Erfinder der Serie Rede und Antwort.
Almost 35 years after the demise of the original show comes this new television movie that reunites Batman series stars Adam West and Burt Ward in a comedy adventure where they stumble upon a diabolical plot to steal the original Batmobile from a charity benefit! While trying to unravel the details and find The Batmobile, West and Ward flashback to the tumultuous times of their 1966-68 ABC television series to reveal a bizarre behind-the-scenes story of the creation of a television classic, from their on-the-set explosions to their wild real-life encounters with fans.
Adam West extensively discusses his memories of each and every one of the Season One episodes of Batman (1966).
Adam West extensively discusses his memories of each and every one of the Season Two episodes of Batman (1966).
Adam West extensively discusses his memories of each and every one of the Season Three episodes of Batman (1966).
For the first time ever...BATMAN: The Television Series is being released just in time for the holidays. This highly collectable set is one fans will not want to miss! Adam West stars.
Batman and Robin are back in action to take down their fiendish foes once again with original actors Adam West voicing Batman, Burt Ward voicing Robin, and Julie Newmar voicing Catwoman.
Gotham City District Attorney Harvey Dent is mutilated in a laboratory accident. When the duplicitous Two-Face embarks on a crime spree, Batman and Robin must solve the mystery of his identity while facing off against several other foes.
Using behind-the-scenes footage, home movies and rare TV commercials and network promos, this video profiles Batman through the years from its beginnings as a comic book to the successful 1960s TV series.
When the Batman series ended, Adam West found himself unable to find another acting job, and his identity inextricably intertwined with the superhero he portrayed. The video looks at West, through the eyes of family, friends, and co-stars from the legendary Batman show. Archival film footage presents clips from the show that made Adam West a household name.
Profile of actress Julie Newmar, perhaps best known as Catwoman in the 1960's television series "Batman."
Romero switched gears and showed his versatility as a villain, in his role as the Joker on the television series Batman. Film clips and interviews with family, friends, and colleagues, including Batman (Adam West) himself, paint a colorful portrait of the unique Cesar Romero
Documentary Batman: A Dynamic Legacy looks at the 1960s Adam West/Burt Ward portrayal of Batman and Robin. This examines the legacy of the original television series, with only a brief segment on the big-screen adventure. But it's fun watching West and Ward, plus a host of VH-1 "I Love the '60s" types (comic book artists etc.) discussing the show and the fans.
This rundown of the villains of 'Batman: The Movie' is a treat. Though unfortunately there are no recent interviews with the late Burgess Meredith and Cesar Romero, etc., we do get some cool archival footage shot during production, and more commentary from West, Ward and some supporting historians/industry figures.
This look at the bright and colorful costumes of 'Batman: The Movie' is also entertaining. More rare archival footage of camera tests and wardrobe fittings is also a treat.
Journey with Adam West as he takes a guided tour through the incredible museum-worthy collection of radio personality Ralph Garman. We'll learn which items are most sought after and what makes a collection stand out from the pack. Then, it's off to Indiana to meet the Guinness World Record holder for the largest Batman collection known. This one of a kind tour then tops it all off with a visit to the masterminds behind the full-scale Batmobile replica.
Adam West annotated scripts for the first and second episodes during production of the Batman TV series. Experience a rare fan treat as he discusses his original notes, the craft of acting and bringing Batman to life.
Adam West annotated scripts for the first and second episodes during production of the Batman TV series. Experience a rare fan treat as he discusses his original notes, the craft of acting and bringing Batman to life.
A true slice of life with Adam West. West has enjoyed an incredible character arc - just like Bruce Wayne and Batman. From dreaming of heroics in his youth to Adam's days on the Batman TV series, learn how Batman embodied that vision. It's not easy being Batman, yet Adam always kept the dream alive. He renewed that spirit in fans young and old alike and this is a celebration of his achievement in his own words.
A tour of Hollywood that asks the who's who of the film and television industry to provide fond memories regarding Batman and the TV series. A few even agree to sing the theme song in tribute.
Explore the art and design behind the fiction. This must-see documentary brings to light the costumes, makeup, sets, music, writing, acting and directing that contributed to the greatest and possibly most influential television series ever. From new interviews with Adam West, Burt Ward, and Julie Newmar, learn how this series took the pop culture world by storm and defined a new genre of television.
Imagine some of the top names in Hollywood gathering for an informal no-holds-barred conversation about the Batman television series. Featuring Kevin Smith, Phil Morris, Ralph Garman and Jim Lee, with guest of honour Adam West, the banter will be plenty. Who knows what will be revealed as we learn from famous fans just how important the Batman television series has been in their lives.
A documentry about the psychology of Batman.
In this Special Feature from Batman: Gotham Knight Special Edition, Batman writers and creators discuss the villains that plague Gotham City and how they define Batman.
A documentary about the making of Mask Of Phantasm.
Foxnews Documentary
A documentary about Batman's animated evolution.