Filmation File: Animated Batman 1968 BlurayThe wait is finally over! The Filmation 1968 Batman Bluray set is now available for ordering! F John and get back to the Hall of Justice and open another case from The Filmation Files, this time discussing this long awaited Bluray release. In it, they talk about the wonderful clarity of the picture, the packaging both good and bad, and the disappointing menu. Comment on the episode here or by writing us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/26199192
From the Files of the Batcomputer #51: Legends of the SuperheroesA group of super villains have set a doomsday device to go off in one hour and the superheroes must find it before it's too late. John and writer Jim Beard and filmmaker Robert Long are in the Batcave this Christmas Day and discussing the two episode series of specials featuring Adam West, Burt Ward and Frank Gorshin reprising their classic Batman 66 roles. The first episode is an actual story, of sorts. The second episode is a roast. Seriously, it's a roast of the heroes by the villains. In this episode, we look at the casting of heroes for this team, the lack of real action, and the range of Frank Gorshin. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25428699
Filmation 77: "Birds of a Feather Fool Around TogetherBirds of a Feather Fool Around Together" May 7 1977 The Penguin and Joker are vying for the presidency of their underworld gang and Penguin's campaign promise is to corrupt Batman and Robin. John and Joe Stuber of are back in the Batcave talking the penultimate story in the 1977 Filmation series. In it, they discuss the appearance, but not teaming up, of Penguin and Joker, the lack of energy awareness, and the only moll ever in the series, Gigi. Let us know what you're thinking as you listen to the episode by commenting here or by writing us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25424178
The 12 Days of Batmas: "The Cavalier of Crime" with Keith R.A. DeCandido Detective #81 "The Cavalier of Crime" September 24, 1943 Writer - Don Cameron Pencils - Bob Kane Inker - George Roussos We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. For the 10th day of Batmas, John and author Keith R.A. DeCandido get together to discuss a character that seems to have been created in 1943 with the 1966 TV series in mind - the Cavalier. They talk about who should play the role, the eccentricity of the crimes committed, and the placement of the cliffhanger. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25422159
The 12 Days of Batman: "The Blockbuster Invasion of Gotham City" with Michael Bailey Detective #345 "The Blockbuster Invasion of Gotham City" September 30, 1965 Writer - Gardner F. Fox Pencils - Carmine Infantino Inker - Joe Giella We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. For the 9th day of Batmas, John and The Fortress of Baileytude's Michael Bailey get together to discuss another man mountain vs. the Dynamic Duo - Blockbuster. They talk about who should play the role as well as the brother, how to handle the flashback sequence and the fight sequence with Adam West. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25414224
The 12 Days of Batmas: The Gorilla Boss of Gotham City with Billy FlynnBatman #75 December 19, 1952 "The Gorilla Boss of Gotham City" Writer - David Vern Reed Pencils - Lew Sayre Schwartz Inker - Stan Kaye We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. The wonderful Billy Flynn of Geek Radio Daily joins John in the Batcave for the 8th Day of Batmas to discuss an unusual entry for consideration for Batman 66 - "The Gorilla Boss of Gotham City". They talk about who should play the role, the need to have the character speak, and the possibility of making it a third season Batgirl episode. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25405746
The 12 Days of Batmas: Beware of....Poison Ivy! with Dan Greenfield Batman #181 "Beware of...Poison Ivy!" April 19, 1966 Writer: Robert Kanigher Penciller: Sheldon Moldoff Inker: Joe Giella We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. For the seventh day of Batmas, John and 13th Dimension's Dan Greenfield get together to discuss a fan favorite of speculation - Poison Ivy. They talk about who should play the role (and it's not who you think), the simplicity of the character in her premiere, and the timing of the premiere. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25379097
The 12 Days of Batmas - "Castle with Wall-to-Wall Danger"Detective #381 "Castle with Wall-to-Wall Danger" May 28, 1964 Writer: John Broome Penciller: Carmine Infantino Inker: Stan Kaye We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. For the sixth day of Batmas, John and fellow podcaster Andrew Leyland discuss a fun, but plot thin issue of Detective Comics from 1964. It's the perfect vehicle to turn into a third season Batgirl episode. John and Andrew discuss how Batgirl could be worked in, the feasibility of all the settings of the comic, and the casting of the main villain. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25357068
The 12 Days of Batman: The Boy Wonder ConfessesBatman #81 "The Boy Wonder Confesses December 2, 1953 Writer: David Vern ReedPenciller: Sheldon MoldoffInker: Stan Kaye We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. For the fifth day of Batmas, John and writer Jim Beard discuss Batman #81. In it, they talk about the look for Mr. Camera, the casting of the villain with gang members, and a means to make the ending a little more exciting. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25356009
Electra Woman and Dyna Girl: 2001 Pilot with Markie Post2001 PILOT NO AIRDATE In 2001, the Krofft Brothers attempted to bring back Electra Woman and Dyna Girl for a more modern audience with, what appears they thought were modern sensibilities. Electra Woman has fallen on hard times as she lives in a trailer park and Dyna Girl has run off with her husband. A young college student whose Electra Woman had saved as a child makes it a point to return the favor, but she may wind up regretting that decision. This time around, John and Kevin Eldridge of The Flopcast discuss the ever youthful Markie Post, the use of suggestive situations and language, and should this be looked upon as a sacrilege or as a possible contender for something worthwhile. Take a listen and let us know what you think by writing us here or at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25302033
The 12 Days of Batmas: Batman and Robin in Scotland Yard with Kevin LauderdaleDetective #110 "The Crime Clinic" February 22, 1946 Writer: Don Cameron Artist: J. Winslow Mortimer We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. For the third day Batmas, John and writer/podcaster Kevin Lauderdale discuss Detective Comics #220. In it, they talk about how Alan Napier could become more involved in the plot of this late 40s comic as a 66 episode, the elements of Londinium that have already been established and the use of Venerable Ireland Yard. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25332420
The 12 Days of Batmas - The Crime Clinic with Robert Long "The Crime Clinic" May 21, 1943 Writer: Bill Finger Penciller: Bob Kane Inker: George Roussos We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. For the second day Batmas, John and filmmaker Robert Long discuss Detective Comics #77. In it, they discuss the guest cast for this story, the character of Crime Doctor, and the added features needed to make this a two-part second season story. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25286829
The 12 Days of Batmas - The Murders of Clayface with Chris Franklin "The Murders of Clayface" May 7, 1940 Writer: Bill Finger Penciller: Bob Kane Inker: Jerry Robinson We've got a holiday special for you, Citizens! The 12 Days of Batmas where John and a special guest sit down and discuss an issue of Batman or Detective Comics and figure out to adapt it to the 1966 television show. We start off with Fire and Water Network podcast host, Chris Franklin and a look at Detective Comics #40. In it, they discuss the guest cast for this story, the handling or non-handling of the murders, and the flaw of often telling and not showing in the early Batman comics of the 40s. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25218612
Some Days You Just Can't Get Rid of a Bomb! - The Amazing Adventures of Little Batman"THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF LITTLE BATMAN" Little Preston falls asleep one night after watching the news of four escaped inmates and dreams he is Batman facing the Riddler, Joker, Penguin, and Catwoman! Can he stop them from attacking the United World Organization? John and Robert Long sit down in the Batcave and discuss a fan film that once again features children as actors, but this time, the producer went out of his way to give this as much of a feel of a 66 episode based on the steps he took with the visuals. Together, the two discuss the tricked out kids' Batmobile that we still want, the collection of Batman memorabilia seen in the production and the appearance of Scott Sebring as Batman. Take a listen and let us know what you think by commenting here or writing us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25285797
Batman 1949 - Chapter 15 - "Batman Victorious" 1949 - Episode Fifteen "Batman Victorious" The noose tightens around the Wizard as he tries to maintain his invisibility as the police dragnet surrounds him. Will Batman catch him? Who will save Vicki Vale? And how is Carter still involved in all this? John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 15th and final episode of the 1949 Batman movie serial. In it, they discuss the terrible ending, the more organized Batman, and the uselessness of Vicki Vale. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25126329
Batman 1949 - Chapter 14 - "Batman Vs. Wizard"1949 - Episode Fourteen "Batman Vs. Wizard" The Wizard's next target is Jim Gordon, but he also takes out a few others along the way. John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 14th episode of the 1949 movie serial. In it, they discuss how wrong Jim got the identity of the Wizard, the red herrings that abound in the story, and the science of the invisibilty for the Wizard. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/25044441
Electra Woman and Dyna Girl - "Return of the Pharaoh""Return of the Pharaoh" Aired: December 18/25, 1976 The Pharaoh returns and wants to trap the Voltage Vixens in King Tut's tomb! This time around, John and Kevin Elddrige of The Flopcast discuss the lack of real plot in this episode, American ingenuity, and the premiere of the Wilfred Brimley Podcast. Take a listen and let us know what you think by writing us here or at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24987732
Batman 1949: Chapter 13 - The Wizard's Challenge1949 - Episode Thirteen "The Wizard's Challenge" The Wizard develops an invisibility field that makes him impossible to stop! John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 13th episode of the 1949 movie serial. In it, they discuss the oddness of adding invisibilty to the story, the themes to both movie serials, and the goofy, but charming cliffhanger. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24900420
Filmation 77: "The Dead Ringers" "The Dead Ringers" April 30, 1977 Clayface is back and he's recruited a trapeze artist with a criminal past to help him impersonate the Dynamic Duo. John and Joe Stuber of are back in the Batcave talking about an episode that has much in common with a 1968 Filmation episode. In it, they discuss the history of Clayface, Robin and Batgirl working together, and how Batmite proves he is more than a cute cartoon character with this episode! Let us know what you're thinking as you listen to the episode by commenting here or by writing us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24826797
Batman 1949 - Chapter 12 - Robin Rides the Wind1949 - Episode Twelve "Robin Rides the Wind" The Wizard wants the neutralizer in order to continue his crime spree. Can Batman stop him? John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 12th episode of the 1949 movie serial. In it, they discuss the problem with Barry Brown, the midleading chapter title, and the waste of location that should have been Wayne Manor. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24755958
Batman 1949 - Chapter 11 - Robin's Ruse1949 - Chapter Eleven "Robin's Ruse" Robin must trick the Wizard's men in order to free Bruce. Will he succeed? John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 11th episode of the 1949 movie serial. In it, they talk the fast paced content in this episode, their list of suspects, and the silliness of the Wizard extending the power of the nullifier. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24695286
Batman 1949: Chapter 10 - "Batman's Last Chance!"1949 - Chapter Ten "Batman's Last Chance!" Batman infiltrates an office building, where the Wizard's men are hiding out, in a quest to find Vicki Vale. But Vicki's brother Jimmy is there. Is he friend or foe? John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 9th episode of the 1949 movie serial. In it, they talk about Jimmy Vale's final fate, the use of footage from 1943, and the buidling the Wizard's men hide out in.. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24601158
Batman 1949 - Chapter 9 - The Wizard Strikes Back!1949 - Chapter Nine "The Wizard Strikes Back!" Jimmy Vale is in need of rescuing as he plans to spill the beans on the Wizard. But is it all too good to be true? John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 9th episode of the 1949 movie serial. In it, they talk about Jimmy Vale, Bruce Wayne - Gordon confidante, and Batman's car program. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24552756
Electra Woman and Dana Girl - "The Spider-Lady""The Spider-Lady"Aired: December 4/11, 1976 The Spider-Lady uses the ultimate disguise, that of Electra-Woman, to steal an idol. This time around, John and Kevin Elddrige of The Flopcast discuss the creation of Spider-Woman and her relation to Spider-Lady, the special effects of the episode, and the effective use of henchmen in this episode. Take a listen and let us know what you think by writing us here or at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24392679
Batman 1949: Chapter 8 - "Robin Meets the Wizard"1949 - Chapter Eight "Robin Meets the Wizard" The Wizard threatens the railroad lines with his vehicle control device. John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 8th episode of the 1949 movie serial. In it, they talk about excessive padding in some of these episodes, the tiresome Batman trapped in a fire cliffhanger, and the dismissive nature of Batman towards Vicki Vale. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24333915
Monster Squad: "The Astrologer""THE ASTROLOGER" October 23, 1976 Monster Squad was a one season NBC Saturday morning live action show for kids in 1976. In it, Walt, who worked in his uncle's wax museum, discovered that he could bring the figures of Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, and the Wolfman to life. Wanting to atone for the sins of their past, the trio, with Walt's crime computer set out on a mission to stop evil wherever they found it. We move on to the seventh episode with the villain - The Astrologer, masterfully played by Jonathan Harris of Lost in Space. His plan is to make one of his predictions, an earthquake rocking the city, come true by using a thirty year old atomic bomb. John and Joe Crowe of RevolutionSF and the Dragoncon American SciFi Classics Track discuss the performance of Jonathan Harris, the parallels of the clam trap with Batman 66's Joker/Penguin meetup, and how this is the best Drac episode to date. Take a listen and let us know what you think here or by writing us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24238026
Batman 1949 - Chapter 7 - The Fatal Blast1949 - Episode Seven "The Fatal Blast" Batman must protect the life of a developer of a device that can counter the Wizard's device. John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 7th episode of the 1949 movie serial. They talk about the first ever great cliffhanger resolution, Alfred Beagle, and how fatal a blast we will see in this episode. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24173607
Batman 1949 - Chapter Six - "Target Robin!" 1949 - Episode Six "Target Robin!" Bruce goes undercover and is quickly found out so Robin has to come to the rescue. Can Bruce save his ruse by shooting Robin when he is captured? John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 6th episode of the 1949 movie serial. They talk about the poor cliffhanger resolutions, the shooting of Robin and their hopes with the cliffhanger for this episode. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24051006
Monster Squad: "No-Face""NO-FACE" October 16, 1976 Monster Squad was a one season NBC Saturday morning live action show for kids in 1976. In it, Walt, who worked in his uncle's wax museum, discovered that he could bring the figures of Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, and the Wolfman to life. Wanting to atone for the sins of their past, the trio, with Walt's crime computer set out on a mission to stop evil wherever they found it. We move on to the sixth episode with the villain - No-Face. Here we have the Batman 66 equivalent to False Face. John and Joe Crowe of RevolutionSF and the Dragoncon American SciFi Classics Track discuss the particularly scary look to No-Face, the perfect weapon against werewolves, and the upcoming Manimal podcast. Take a listen and let us know what you think here or by writing us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/24002487
Batman 1949 - Chapter 5 - Robin Rescues Batman! 1949 - Episode Five "Robin Rescues Batman!" Vicki Vale gets a picture of several of the Wizard's men and so they enlist the aid of Vicki's brother Jimmy to retrieve it. But whose side is Jimmy really on? John and writer Jim Beard discuss the 5th episode of the 1949 movie serial. They talk about Batman's forensic process, more poor cliffhanger resolution and how the butler did it. It's all here and we want to hear what you think. Comment here or write us at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/thebatcavepodcast/id/23920332
