Ma Parker

Episode Title: Ma Parker
Original Airdate: October 6, 1966

When we last left Gotham City, Batman and Robin had one by one captured Ma Parker and her family of villains. They’ve turned them over to the care of Warden Crichton at the prison, but little do they know that Ma has taken over control of the pen. Not only that, a bomb is wired to the engine of the Batmobile and will go off once our heroes hit 60 miles per hour. Let’s see what happens in this week’s episode, Ma Parker. Continue reading Batman S:02 E:10

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