What's the difference between "Batman - the Animated Series" and "The Batman?" Mature qualified answers only..
I have recently purchased a few single-DVDs of "Batman the Animated Series" and have enjoyed them. I am considering buying some complete-season sets. While at Wal-mart the other day, I saw DVDs for another animated series "The Batman." I really enjoy/appreciate the story, voice, and animation quality of the "Batman - the Animated Series" episodes I have seen. Will I also enjoy "The Batman" series? Note 1: I am in my 40's and was a comic book fan as a child and teen. So - I'm not looking for a "SuperFriends" type of cartoon. Note 2: Please answer only if you really know what you are writing about. Don't just paste-in a handful of Internett links. I want to hear from people who have viewed both series, and can offer an intelligent opinion. Thanks!
The big difference between Batman: The Animated Series (and its successors Gotham Knights and Beyond) and the Batman are the art styles and the continuity they follow. Batman: That Animated Series fit into the Animated DC Continuity that ended with Justice League Unlimited, and was a distinctive art and story style by Bruce Timm and Paul Dini. Neither are involved in the Batman.
The Batman was brought in to in a way Re-Imagine the Batman and his villains (Mainly because of the new interest in Batman after the Batman Begins Film). All of the Villains in the Batman are different looking than their counterparts from the original series. The Batman also is taking place in what would be the third year of Batman’s mission, but this series is not a part of any other Animated continuity at this time.
Of note, this series had an indirect influence on the Justice League and other DC Animated Continuity as it caused a Bat Embargo to be placed on all of the Bat Villains that were present in The Batman from appearing on at that time Justice League Unlimited.
As of this past season, the series was redefined a little, Batman’s jaw was fixed, Robin was introduced as well as Batgirl returns from last season. This season also introduced a few more elements for Fans such as a homage to “The Dark Knight Returns” comic storyline. Previous seasons were ok, but as of now this series has picked up a bit.
Dr. Dolittle Gift Set (DVD)
US$ 26.76 3-DVD Set; Full Frame DR. DOLITTLE: A remake of the 1967 Richard Fleischer film of the same name, about an animal
Batman: The Animated Series - Vol. 2 - 4-Disc Set (DVD)
US$ 20.31
The legendary caped crusader is back in the Emmy Award-winning BATMAN THE ANIMATED SERIES. During the day, mild-mannered millionaire Bruce Wayne seems like an average--albeit wealthy--Gotham City resident, but at night, when the crime comes out, so doe...
Naruto Shippuden Box Set 6 (DVD/3 Disc)
US$ 20.89
This release features episodes 66-79 of the anime series NARUTO: SHIPPUDEN, dropping in on the hero Naruto two and a half years following his training on the road with Jiraiya, as he returns to the Village Hidden in the Leaves ready to show off everyth...
Marvel Animation: 6 Film Set (DVD)
US$ 21.08
This collection presents six animated full-length films from Marvel Comics: ULTIMATE AVENGERS: THE MOVIE, ULTIMATE AVENGERS 2, THE INVINCIBLE IRON MAN, DOCTOR STRANGE, NEXT AVENGERS, and HULK VS. See individual titles for plot synopses.
Naruto: Shippuden - Box Set 7 (DVD)
US$ 20.85
This release features episodes 78-88 of the anime series NARUTO: SHIPPUDEN, dropping in on the hero Naruto two and a half years following his training on the road with Jiraiya, as he returns to the Village Hidden in the Leaves ready to show off everyth...
The Mummy Collector's Set (DVD)
US$ 14.84
All three films in the wildly popular MUMMY trilogy are collected in this set. In the original, a group of archaeologists led by
Naruto: Shippuden - Box Set 5 (DVD)
US$ 21.18
This release features episodes 54-65 of the anime series NARUTO: SHIPPUDEN, dropping in on the hero Naruto two and a half years following his training on the road with Jiraiya, as he returns to the Village Hidden in the Leaves ready to show off everyth...
Naruto: Shippuden - Box Set 4 - Special Edition (DVD)
US$ 29.81
This release features episodes 40-53 of the anime series NARUTO: SHIPPUDEN on two discs, dropping in on the hero Naruto two and a half years following his training on the road with Jiraiya, as he returns to the Village Hidden in the Leaves ready to sho...
Ice Age / Ice Age 2: The Meltdown - 2-Pack (DVD)
US$ 21.71 2-DVD Set; Full Frame ICE AGE: A star-studded cast provides the voices for the prehistoric creatures in this computer-animated feature set 20,000 years ago as the Ice Age approaches. Seemingly antisocial Manny, a woolly mammoth (voiced...
Malamed`s Local Anesthesia Administration (DVD)
US$ 80.28
This groundbreaking approach to dental local anesthesia instruction brings key anesthesia concepts to life. Using high-quality video and animation, this 2-DVD set provides viewers with a unique virtual clinical experience where they`ll see the latest a...
Charlotte's Web Gift Set (DVD)
US$ 18.46
This 2-pack contains both the classic 1973 animated adaptation of E.B. White's beloved book CHARLOTTE'S WEB and its 2002 video p
Mr. Bean: The Animated Series - Set 3 (DVD)
US$ 9.89
The weird and wonderful world of Mr. Bean opens up for further animated tales in third set of adventures! Fans of the strange Br
The Animator's Survival Kit Animated Logo line test!
