Batman S:02 E:09

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Episode Title: The Greatest Mother of them All
Original Airdate: October 5, 1966

Many history buffs probably know the name of Arizona Donnie Barker…aka Ma Barker. Back in the 30’s she was wanted by the FBI for organizing the crimes of her villainous sons. Many movies and TV shows have portrayed this criminal matriarch, including Batman. The show created their own version, dubbed Ma Parker and portrayed by Academy Award winner Shelley Winters. She’s up to no good in today’s episode, The Greatest Mother of them All. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:09

Batman S:02 E:08

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Episode Title: Tut’s Case is Shut
Original Airdate: September 29, 1966

When we last left Gotham City, Robin had been captured by King Tut and is now on a retracting bridge above Tut’s collection of crocodiles. Batman is tracking Robin through his bat radio, but will he make it in time? Let’s find out in today’s episode, Tut’s Case is Shut. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:08

Batman S:02 E:07

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Episode Title: The Spell of Tut
Original Airdate: September 28, 1966

One of the unexpected highlights of Batman season one was the appearance of Victor Buono as the villainous King Tut. I say “unexpected” because I usually don’t expect as much from the series’ original bad guys as opposed to the more iconic members of Batman’s rogue’s gallery. Tut left a big impression, however. Apparently the producers of the show thought so, too. He was brought back here in season two. We begin with part one of the story, The Spell of Tut. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:07

Batman S:02 E:05

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Episode Title: The Minstrel’s Shakedown
Original Airdate: September 21, 1966

Throughout its three season run, there were some pretty big stars that showed up on Batman as villains. In our episode today, one time matinee idol Van Johnson shows up as a villain original to the series, the Minstrel. Sadly, not all guest villains resonated with the show’s audience, so these next two episodes mark the only appearance of this villain. Let’s jump in with part one of the story, The Minstrel’s Shakedown. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:05

Batman S:02 E:04

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Episode Title: The Cat and the Fiddle
Original Airdate: September 15, 1966

When we last left the Caped Crusaders they had been captured by Catwoman and are now strapped to giant barbecue grills cooking under the sun’s rays, enhanced by two giant magnifying glasses. Our heroes are cooking alive! How will they ever escape. Let’s find out in part two of our story, The Cat and the Fiddle. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:04

Batman S:02 E:03

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Episode Title: Hot Off the Griddle
Original Airdate: September 14, 1966

In the first season of Batman, most of the iconic villains made several appearances. Joker, Riddler, and Penguin all got multiple storylines. Catwoman, however, only showed up in one story. She appeared in the feature film which was released between seasons one and two, though played by a different actress (Lee Meriwether). Our episode today, though, marks the official return of Julie Newmar’s version of the character to the series in Hot Off the Griddle. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:03

Batman S:02 E:01

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Episode Title: Shoot a Crooked Arrow
Original Airdate: September 7, 1966

When it comes to superhero TV shows, one of the most popular current shows is Arrow. But Oliver Queen is not the only person skilled with the bow and arrow. In the first episode of season two of Batman, we meet a villain who seems to take a few cues from Green Arrow’s playbook. Art Carney is the Archer in today’s episode…Shoot a Crooked Arrow. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:01

Batman Season 1 Recap & Season 2 Preview

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Well we made it to the end of the first season of the classic 1960’s series Batman. Thirty-four episodes, which actually translates to only a seventeen week run (two episodes a week, remember). So before we move on to season two of the series let’s look back at some of the highlights and then we’ll give a brief preview of season two. Continue reading Batman Season 1 Recap & Season 2 Preview