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Wind-up Batman Tin Robot with Original Box (Tada, 1960's)
First displayed at the Batman 100% Hot Toys exhibition in Tokyo in 2016, this diorama meticulously recreates the underground lair of Adam West's Batman, with Batcomputer, Anti-Crime Eye Checker and Batanalyst.  It also includes a Batmobile and four "strange costumes" lifted straight from the cover of Detective Comics No 165.  This incredible diorama is 9[...]
Batman 1966: The Show That Saved Batman & Made Him The Top Superhero
 While Adam West and Burt Ward became icons as a result of the show, they weren't stars before it  The same couldn't be said for the show's variety of villains, who were almost always cast with a famous star  The hero sold themself, but their opponent would be given a big boost by whoever was playing them[...]
Batman 1966 Goes Unmasked with New McFarlane Toys Figure
Adam West is removing the cowl this time with a brand new Target Exclusive 7" scale figure Just like the previous Retro 1966 figure, Batman will come with two action bubbles and will feature a smaller set of articulation oath 12 points This line of DC Multiverse figures features fabric elements giving Batman a fabric[...]
McFarlane Toys Gives Closer Look At 1966 Batman and Robin Figures
The dynamic duo is back as Adam West and Burt Ward dons their costumes once again from the adventures of Batman from 1966 A while back, McFarlane Toys reveals a quick glimpse at their upcoming wave of figures giving a retro take to their DC Multiverse line Today we get a closer look at some[...]
Build The Batman 1966 Cowl With LEGO’s Newest Model Kit
This one takes fans back to 1966 as the Adam West cowl is recreated in LEGO brick standing 7" tall Coming in at 372 pieces, Batman collectors will be able to pick up this set in October 2021, with pre-orders already live and located here. #gallery-1 { margin: auto; } #gallery-1 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 33%; } #gallery-1 img { border:[...]
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It was four years ago today that the nation lost its "Bright Knight," and it has proven challenging to write a piece about the iconic Adam West (Batman, Family Guy) Each year seems to get a little easier, but keeping a clear head with all these memories and emotions of the TV's original Caped Crusader[...]
Batwoman star Javicia Leslie has one word for her comic book counterpart (Images: WarnerMedia)
But for us? It was the perfect use of the 60s Batman music that really set the tone- a visual that the late Adam West would appreciate: Batwoman star Javicia Leslie has one word for her comic book counterpart (Images: WarnerMedia) Here's a look at Leslie's post, showing off some sweet, impressive stunt work in action.   View this[...]
crisis
Thanks to appearances from Robert Wuhl (Earth-56), Burt Ward (Earth-66), Curran Walters and Alan Ritchson (Earth-9), "Crisis on Infinite Earths" has officially established Tim Burton's Michael Keaton-starring Batman, 1960's Adam West-starring Batman, and The DC Universe's Titans as part of the Arrowverse  – as you'll see below: https://youtu.be/8cmXpzfC2c4Video can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: DCTV[...]
Bleeding Cool Picks Their Favorite Television Detectives
Viva Columbo! Adriel Porter: Best TV detective is by far Adam West's Batman, from the 1966 series Batman! "Why is he the best?", you may ask? This blundering idiot was oblivious and only saved by his sidekick, but oh dear reader, one word: chutzpah Batman may not always have the foresight to observe all the details of[...]
Val Kilmer as Batman in Batman Forever. Image courtesy of Warner Bros
He got so swole. Now, here's where I take issue with The Hollywood Reporter's bat-poll: Where is Adam West? Sure, he played the campiest take on the Caped Crusader, but he's also the first actor a lot of us saw don the cape and cowl How about Kevin Conroy, who played the animated Batman for years? And[...]
'Family Guy': Adam West Wants to Be Our Mayor in Touching Tribute [VIDEO]
Though some time has passed since the town of Quahog lost its great, zombie-fearing, cat-launching "Mayor West," FOX's Family Guy gave late actor Adam West the honor and respect he deserves during its 17th season finale "Adam West High." In the following clip that ran after the episode, West makes his pitch to be the[...]
'Family Guy' Pays Tribute to Adam West as Only 'Family Guy' Can [VIDEO]
Though some time has passed since Quahog lost its "Mayor West," FOX's Family Guy is set to give late actor Adam West the honor and respect he deserves – just as long as Brian's mayor Which means we need bitter, angry Quagmire to lose See? This is where things start to get complicated in this[...]
Batman Vs. Two-Face: Burt Ward On Adam West And Fighting Bruce Lee
Thankfully, a greater appreciation for the 1966 Adam West/Burt Ward Batman television series' camp style, upbeat theme music, and intentionally humorous, simplistic morality developed over time as Batman fans learned to appreciate having both "The Dark Knight" and "The Light Knight." Though reruns of the series are still being broadcast both in the United States and[...]
two-face
marked that event in part with Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders, an animated movie featuring Adam West and Burt Ward as Batman and Robin Prior to the release of the sequel, West passed away at the age of 88 While there was not a melancholy looming over the Batman vs Two-Face panel, fans and[...]
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Walla Walla, Washington, Adam West's hometown, will be celebrating the life of the late Batman star According to The Hollywood Reporter, the town will be dedicating September 19th (his birthday) to the actor. "Events for the celebration include a presentation by Ruben Procopio, the Batman comic book artist and sculptor who created West's favorite bust of his character; the Batmobile[...]
Watch The First Trailer For 'Batman vs. Two-Face'
This feature is, of course, the last appearance of Adam West before he passed away back in June, and features William Shatner as Two-Face as we see Harvey Dent transformed in the weirdest way possible Enjoy the trailer! IGN got the exclusive today to show off the brand new trailer for Batman vs Two-Face, the[...]
Adam West's Final Turn As The Caped Crusader May Have A Release Date
Before his passing, Batman legend Adam West returned to the role that made him famous one last time and record the voice for the new Batman vs Two-Face animate movie The sequel to Batman: The Return of the Caped Crusader features West along with his co-stars from the 1966 television series, Burt Ward as Robin and[...]
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Only one panel I really needed to make: The Celebration of Adam West. I have literally been a fan since the day I was born — my father claims to have put my crib in front of the TV while Batman hypnotized the nation I have been hooked ever since. West's recent passing on June 9th, 2017 hit[...]
DC Comics' Tribute To Adam West, From Today's Comic Books
Appearing in all of DC Comics' comic books this week, a tribute to Adam West, who played the most famous Batman of them all, on TV, and who died a month ago at the age of 88. And with a line from the man, mocking the movie version of the character… West died peacefully with his family and is[...]
'Family Guy' Mayor Adam West To Serve Five More Episodes In Office
Leave it to "Mayor" Adam West to find a way to still serve the people of Quahog as their mayor even after his death In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Family Guy executive producer Steve Callaghan let it be known that West had recorded lines for five episodes in the show's upcoming season and that producers[...]
'Family Guy' Pays Tribute to 'Quahog Mayor' Adam West
  In Quahog, flags were flown at half-staff on Sunday night as Adam West, mayor of the fictionalized town and one-time Batman who passed away earlier this month at age 88, received a warm and loving tribute from his Family Guy family A rerun of the March episode The Dating Game (in which West appeared) was[...]
Lauren Looks Back: Thank You, Adam West
For the past week I've been trying to think of what I could say about one of the most iconic Batman actors, Adam West, who sadly passed away on June 9th I was driving into PA for a photoshoot when I got a call from my friend Jay about it To be honest I was a[...]
Day One Of AwesomeCon 2017! Cosplay! Mommy Rooms!
There was also a touching tribute to Adam West in the exhibit hall, signed by many people Oh, and cosplayers! As always, if you see yourself, feel free to use the pic Just give us credit! #gallery-1 { margin: auto; } #gallery-1 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 33%; } #gallery-1 img { border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; } #gallery-1 .gallery-caption { margin-left: 0; } /* see gallery_shortcode() in[...]
Powerless: DC Honors Adam West By Releasing Unaired Episode (WATCH NOW)
In honor of the passing of the man would always be known as Batman and in response to a growing number of online requests, DC Entertainment has released the unaired episode of NBC's Powerless featuring a guest appearance by the late Adam West The episode would turn out to be one of his last projects,[...]
That Bat Signal Will Shine Over The Streets Of Los Angeles Tonight
In honor of Adam West's passing on Saturday, Mayor Eric Garcetti will shine the Bat-Signal over Los Angeles in a special ceremony celebrating the iconic actor West starred as the Caped Crusader on the 1966-68 production of Batman, a role he is still identified with for over 50 years. The lighting will take place tonight (June 15th)[...]
Funko SDCC 17 Wave 5: All The DC
Wave 5 of the Funko SDCC 2017 exclusives is here, and this one is all DC related. It is also the biggest wave of figures so far.
Adam West Completed Work On Batman Vs Two-Face
The recent passing of legendary Batman actor Adam West left a lot of fans reeling Now that a few days have passed, some folks began to wonder about the state of his current projects Last year he returned to the cowl that made him famous / he made famous by joining Julie Newmar and Burt[...]
Adam West And William Shatner's Failed TV Pilot
Can you think of two more iconic genre actors from the late '60s than Adam West and William Shatner? Batman and Captain Kirk for a world that was just getting used to color televisions 1966 introduced us to both of these unique actors in roles they would be identified with for the rest of their careers[...]