In early 1939, following the success of Superman, DC Comics' editors requested more superheroes. Bob Kane created … See more

Batman's secret identity is Bruce Wayne, a wealthy American industrialist. As a child, Bruce witnessed the murder of his parents, Dr. Thomas Wayne and Martha Wayne, which ultimately led him to craft the Batman persona an… See more

Batman's interactions with both villains and cohorts have, over time, developed a strong supporting cast of characters.
Batman faces a variety of foes ranging from common criminals to outlandish supervillain… See more

Batman has no inherent superhuman powers; he relies on "his own scientific knowledge, detective skills, and athletic prowess". Batman's inexhaustible wealth gives him access to advanced technologie… See more

Batman's history has undergone many retroactive continuity revisions, both minor and major. Elements of the character's history have varied greatly. Scholars William Uricchio and Roberta E. Pearson noted in the early 19… See more

The character of Batman has been portrayed in numerous alternative versions across various media since his debut in 1939. These adaptations explore different facets and interpretations of the character.
In the "… See more