{"id":18407,"date":"2018-07-24T22:26:57","date_gmt":"2018-07-25T02:26:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=18407"},"modified":"2018-07-24T22:26:57","modified_gmt":"2018-07-25T02:26:57","slug":"vids-batman-the-animated-series-coming-to-blu-ray","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=18407","title":{"rendered":"Vids: Batman: The Animated Series Coming To Blu-ray"},"content":{"rendered":"

Batman: The Animated Series, the most acclaimed \"\"<\/a>animated super hero television series in history, arrives this fall in an all-encompassing package befitting its revered place in the annals of fan-favorite entertainment. Remastered for the first time since its broadcast airing from 1992-1995, Batman: The Complete Animated Series Deluxe Limited Edition will be available from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Digital and in a stunning Blu-ray™ box set ($112.99 SRP) on October 16, 2018.<\/p>\n

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Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, the Emmy Award-winning series captured the imaginations of generations, setting the standard for super hero storytelling for the past quarter-century with its innovative designs, near-perfect voice cast and landmark approach to DC\u2019s iconic characters and stories.  Batman: The Complete Animated Series Deluxe Limited Edition box set includes all 109 thrilling episodes, plus two bonus disks containing the recently-remastered, fan favorite animated films Batman: Mask of the Phantasm and Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero.<\/p>\n

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The impressive Batman: The Complete Animated Series Deluxe Limited Edition package features approximately 2,700 minutes of entertainment spread over 10 Blu-ray™ discs, plus the two bonus discs \u2013 not counting 11 specially-selected episodes with audio commentaries by cast and crew. In addition, Batman: The Complete Animated Series Deluxe Limited Edition includes an exclusive ensemble of collectibles highlighted by three Funko mini-figurines (Batman, Joker, Harley Quinn) and seven beautifully-designed lenticular art cards. The entire box set is housed in a stunning layflat-book with a dazzling slipcase.<\/p>\n

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This ultimate collectors Blu-ray box set will be individually numbered for a Limited Edition release of 30,000. More than 2,000 copies were pre-ordered within the first 24 hours of availability on Amazon.<\/p>\n

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Batman: The Animated Series had a ground-breaking initial run from 1992-1995, garnering a Primetime Emmy Award in 1993 for Outstanding Animated Program, along with three additional Emmy wins and 13 total Emmy nominations.<\/p>\n

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The creative team behind the breakthrough animated series was headed by the producing quartet of Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, Alan Burnett and Eric Radomski, alongside executive producers Jean MacCurdy and Tom Ruegger. Shirley Walker composed the award-winning score, while 8-time Emmy Award winner Andrea Romano guided an unparalleled collection of actors as casting\/dialogue director. Kevin Altieri, Boyd Kirkland and Frank Paur handled the majority of episodic animation direction, along with Dan Riba, Dick Seabast, Bruce Timm, Eric Radomski and Kent Butterworth.<\/p>\n

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The Batman: The Animated Series cast rivaled that of any animated series in its time. The cast featured actors with laurels totaling one Academy Award, 11 Oscar nominations, 65 Emmy Awards, 283 Emmy nods, 15 Gold Globe Awards, 85 Golden Globe nominations, four Grammy Awards, a Peabody Award, and 17 actors forever honored with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.<\/p>\n

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Kevin Conroy led the voice cast as Batman, quickly and forever establishing himself as the fan-favorite voice of The Dark Knight. The core cast featured Golden Globe Award winner Efrem Zimbalist Jr. as Alfred Pennyworth, Robert Hastings as Commissioner Gordon, Loren Lester as Robin, and Robert Costanzo as Detective Harvey Bullock.<\/p>\n

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The extraordinary villains guest cast was led by Mark Hamill as the now-preeminent voice of The Joker, along with Richard Moll as Harvey Dent, Adrienne Barbeau as Catwoman, and Arleen Sorkin as Harley Quinn \u2013 the first character to be created initially for animation (by Bruce Timm & Paul Dini) to jump to comic books. Harley Quinn is now recognizable worldwide in film, television, videogames and comics and is one of DC\u2019s most popular female characters, and Super Villains.<\/p>\n

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Other notable guest cast included actor\/singer\/songwriter Paul Williams as Penguin, Melissa Gilbert as Barbara Gordon, George Dzundza as Scarface, Brock Peters as Lucius Fox, Ed Asner as Roland Daggett, David Warner as Ra\u2019s al Ghul, Marilu Henner as Veronica Vreeland, Ron Perlman as Clayface, Roddy McDowall as the Mad Hatter, Helen Slater as Talia al Ghul, Diana Muldaur as Dr. Leslie Thompkins, John Glover as Edward Nygma, Marc Singer as Dr. Kirk Langstrom, Pat Fraley as Bat-Mite, Kate Mulgrew as Red Claw, Ed Begley Jr. as Germs, Michael Ansara as Dr. Victor Fries, Harry Hamlin as Anthony Romulus, Alan Rachins as the Clock King, and Adam West as Simon Trent.<\/p>\n

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Also lending their voices were entertainment luminaries Elisabeth Moss, LeVar Burton, Elizabeth Montgomery, Paul Winfield, Seth Green, Jeffrey Tambor, Tim Curry, Michael York, Megan Mullally, Alan Young, Brad Garrett, Heather Locklear, Ken Howard, Joseph Campanella, Matt Frewer, Dick Gautier, Treat Williams, Richard Dysart, Peter Scolari, Meredith MacRae, Rene Auberjonois, Tim Matheson, Joe Piscopo, Thomas Wilson, Bud Cort, William Windom, Bill Mumy, Robby Benson, Dorian Harewood, Lindsay Crouse, John Rhys-Davies, Bess Armstrong, Michael Gross, Henry Silva, Paul Dooley, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Micky Dolenz, Ernie Hudson, David Lander, Kevin McCarthy, Roscoe Lee Browne, Peter Strauss, JoBeth Williams, Jeffrey Jones, Loretta Swit, William Katt, Nichelle Nichols, Alan Oppenheimer, Hector Elizondo, Katherine Helmond, Robert Picardo, Melissa Manchester, Jean Smart, Stephanie Zimbalist, Brian George, Bruce Weitz, Vincent Schiavelli, Richard Jeni, Andrea Martin, and Adam Ant.<\/p>\n

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\u201cBatman: The Animated Series set the standard for super hero animation for decades to come, and we\u2019re proud to present this remastered box set to allow new generations \u2013 and the series\u2019 vast, avid fanbase \u2013 to enjoy this landmark entertainment in the highest quality possible,\u201d said Mary Ellen Thomas, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Vice President, Family & Animation Marketing. \u201cThis is truly a box set for the ages with an array of bonus features to perfectly complement all 109 episodic masterpieces \u2013 plus the full-length, remastered films Batman: Mask of the Phantasm and Batman and Mr. Freeze: SubZero.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Batman: The Complete Animated Series Deluxe Limited Edition Enhanced Content includes 25 featurettes \u2013 led by an all-new, 60+ minute definitive Batman: The Animated Series making-of documentary, \u201cThe Heart of Batman\u201d \u2013 as well as introductions to five episodes by producer Bruce Timm, and commentary on 12 episodes by various combinations of the production team: Bruce Timm, Eric Radomski, Paul Dini, Kevin Altieri, Michael Reaves, Boyd Kirkland, Shirley Walker, Glen Murakami, Dan Riba, and James Tucker.<\/p>\n

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The Heart of Batman (All-New Documentary) \u2013 A rare gathering of talent defined Batman for a generation. Twenty-five years later, Batman: The Animated Series continues to inspire fans and myth makers all over the world. This hour-long documentary takes an in-depth look at the renowned storytellers behind the landmark series.<\/p>\n

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Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (Feature-Length Film) \u2013 When the city\u2019s most feared gangsters are systematically eliminated, the Caped Crusader is blamed. But prowling the Gotham night is a shadowy new villain, the Phantasm, a sinister figure with some link to Batman\u2019s past. Can the Dark Knight elude the police, capture the Phantasm and clear his own name? Unmasking the Phantasm is just one of the twists in this dazzling animated feature. Discover revelations about Batman\u2019s past, his archrival the Joker, and Batman\u2019s most grueling battle ever \u2014 the choice between his love for a beautiful woman and his vow to be the defender of right. Batman: Mask of the Phantasm is \u201ca mystery that is genuinely absorbing, suspenseful and moving\u201d (The Cincinnati Enquirer).<\/p>\n

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Batman and Mr. Freeze: SubZero (Feature-Length Film) \u2013 Batman faces his coolest case ever when Mr. Freeze returns to Gotham City and kidnaps Batgirl. While unraveling the mystery of Batgirl\u2019s disappearance, Batman and Robin discover that she is part of Mr. Freeze\u2019s frigid plan to save his dying wife \u2013 no matter what the cost. With time running out, Batman and Robin must find Gotham\u2019s most cold-blooded villain and prevent him from putting Batgirl \u201con ice\u201d forever. Batman and Mr. Freeze: SubZero includes all of the special features included on the original release: All four episodes of the animated \u201cMr. Freeze Saga\u201d \u2013 Heart of Ice (Batman: The Animated Series), Deep Freeze (Batman: The Animated Series), Cold Comfort (The New Batman Adventures) and Meltdown (Batman Beyond); Art of Batman: Music Montage (Featurette); Get the Picture: How to Draw Batman (Featurette); Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes (Featurette); and an Audio Commentary featuring Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, Glen Murakami and James Tucker.<\/p>\n

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The Dark Knight\u2019s First Night Pilot Promo: Hosted by Bruce Timm (Featurette) \u2013 Witness the 1991 Batman promo reel as producers Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski discuss the origins of Batman: The Animated Series.<\/p>\n

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Batman: The Legacy Continues Retrospective (Featurette) \u2013 DC luminaries join BTAS creators as they explore the combination of exquisite design and in-depth storytelling that helped create a once in a generation show.<\/p>\n

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Robin Rising: How the Boy Wonder\u2019s Character Evolved (Featurette) \u2013 The evolution of Dick Grayson from young ward to crime fighter.<\/p>\n

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Gotham\u2019s Guardians: The Stalwart Supporting Characters (Featurette) \u2013 Batman is not the only hero safeguarding Gotham City. This documentary focuses on the importance of the Dark Knight\u2019s allies in the Batman mythology.<\/p>\n

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Voices of the Knight (Featurette) \u2013 Actors Mark Hamill, Kevin Conroy, Adriene Barbeau, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., and Andrea Romano discuss the process of bringing their iconic characters to life.<\/p>\n

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Gotham\u2019s New Knight (Featurette) \u2013 Barbara Gordon swings into focus in this exciting look at Batman\u2019s trusted ally and equal, Batgirl.<\/p>\n

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Video Commentary: \u201cHouse and Garden\u201d \u2013 Watch along as Producer Bruce Timm, Director Boyd Kirkland and writer Paul Dini take viewers behind the scenes of an exciting episode of Batman: The Animated Series.<\/p>\n

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In-Movie Experience \u2013 Watch along as Producer Bruce Timm, Director Boyd Kirkland and writer Paul Dini take viewers behind the scenes of an exciting episode of Batman: The Animated Series.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Introduction (Featurette) \u2013 Bruce Timm, Dan Riba, James Tucker, Paul Dini, Alan Burnett and Andrea Romano discuss Gotham\u2019s most popular rogues.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Clayface (Featurette) \u2013 Clayface personnel file revealed by Bruce Timm, Dan Riba and James Tucker.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Harley Quinn (Featurette) \u2013 Alan Burnett, Bruce Timm, Eric Radomski, Paul Dini and James Tucker discuss bringing Harley Quinn to life.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: The Joker (Featurette) \u2013 Alan Burnett, Bruce Timm, Eric Radomski, Paul Dini, Andrea Romano and Dan Riba discuss Mark Hamill\u2019s inimitable Joker.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Mr. Freeze (Featurette) \u2013 Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, Andrea Romano and Dan Riba discuss MR. Freeze and the Heart and Ice Origin story.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: The Penquin (Featurette) \u2013 Bruce Timm, Andrea Romano, Alan Burnett, James Tucker, Dan Riba and Eric Radomski discuss The Penguin.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Poison Ivy (Featurette) \u2013 Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, Andrea Romano, Alan Burnett, Dan Riba and Eric Radomski discuss designing Poison Ivy.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Ra\u2019s Al Ghul (Featurette) \u2013 Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, Alan Burnett, and Dan Riba discuss why Ra\u2019s Al Ghul is such an exciting villain.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: The Riddler (Featurette) \u2013 This file discusses The Riddler and how creators differentiated him from the Batman \u201866 Riddler with: Bruce Timm, Alan Burnett, Andrea Romano, Eric Radomski and Dan Riba.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Scarecrow (Featurette) \u2013 Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, Alan Burnett, Andrea Romano and Dan Riba discuss the various iterations of the Scarecrow.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Two Face (Featurette) \u2013 Discussing Batman\u2019s key nemesis are Paul Dini, Bruce Timm, Alan Burnett, James Tucker, and Dan Riba.<\/p>\n

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Arkham Asylum: Examine the Top-Secret Case Files of the Dark Knight\u2019s Many Foes: Ventriloquist & Scarface (Featurette) \u2013 Lively discussion about one of Batman\u2019s most unique villains with creators Bruce Timm, Alan Burnett, Eric Radomski, Andrea Romano, and Dan Riba.<\/p>\n

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\u201cConcepting Harley Quinn\u201d (Featurette) \u2013 Producer Paul Dini discusses how Harley Quinn was incorporated into the series.<\/p>\n

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Tour of the Batcave (Featurettes):<\/p>\n