Batman
Batman
Batman is a fictional character who first appeared in DC Comics in 1939. He is the superhero alter ego of Bruce Wayne, the CEO of Wayne Enterprises. As a boy, Wayne witnessed his parents' murder in a dark alley and vowed revenge on Gotham City's criminals. So he trained physically and mentally and built an arsenal of innovative weapons in a cave under his estate.
Also known as the Dark Knight and the Caped Crusader, he typically wears a form-fitting black superhero suit. It includes boots, gloves, a flowing cape, a gadget belt, and a cowl with two points resembling bat ears. By day, he's a billionaire bachelor, but by night, he dons the batsuit and emerges from his cave to vanquish the city's villains.
Adam West portrayed the character in the 1966 live-action TV show Batman. Actors who have played the Dark Knight in movies include Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, George Clooney, Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and Robert Pattinson.
Visit the Batman page on the DC Comics website.
- Name/aliases: Bruce Wayne/Batman/Dark Knight/Caped Crusader
- Comic book universe: DC Comics
- Creators: Bob Kane, Bill Finger
- First appeared: 1939
- Notable actors who have played Batman: Adam West, Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, George Clooney, Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, Robert Pattinson
- Allies: Alfred Pennyworth, Robin, Batgirl, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, the Flash, Aquaman, Martian Manhunter
- Enemies: The Joker, Penguin, Riddler, Bane, Poison Ivy, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze, the Scarecrow, Two-Face
- Affiliations: Batman Incorporated, Justice League, Outsiders, Wayne Enterprises
- Abilities: Detective skills, hand-to-hand combat, technologically advanced weapons, immense wealth
Visit the Batman page on the DC Comics website.
