Batman - The Animated Series, Volume Two (DC Comics Classic Collection)

I have said many times that I love all things Batman (except for the Joel Schumacher movies). Which means I love "Batman: The Animated Series". I got all three seasons for Christmas. After watching the first season, I couldn't wait to watch the second.

So, for two days, I took hours out of my schedule to watch the second season of this great show. And it was better than the first. There are many great classic episodes, such as "The Laughing Fish" (the best Joker episode), "Harley And Ivy" and one of my personal favorites, "Almost Got 'Im". Of course, there are a few clunkers, but those are expected.

There are many more great extras, but it's the episodes that reign supreme.

This show is definetely the best show ever. Batman is the bomb. I remember me having this show on vhs, you know those seperate characters tape. I have ''The Riddler,Two-face,Robin and The Joker.'' They were the best episodes of the show, but I think the best episode of the whole series was the riddler episode,''If you're so smart, why aren't you rich.'' When batman and robin were stuck in the maze and have to get through all those obstacles that could probably kill them. Anyways this is definently ''The best show ever.'' If you are afan of batman than get this dvd and/or any other batman dvd. SEE YA!

This is an amazing DVD collection for anyone who loves Batman the animated series this one contains many classic episodes like "Perchance to Dream" and "Almost Got 'Im" A great addition to anyone's DVD collection.

I was too young for the original broadcast, but the dvd is great, great story lines and animation. If you are into the whole Batman genre, then this is definitely a good choice. Bruce Timm is true to the Batman legacy with characters and plots but adds a few twists to keep you guessing.

The bonus features are excellent as far as bonus features go, commentaries and featurettes get you into the whole genre for the show.

In Batman - The Animated Series, Vol. 2, we see more of the classic episodes that added to the already large legend and popularity of one of comics' most enduring characters.

DISC 1

Eternal Youth - Seeking vengence for "crimes against nature", Poison Ivy sets up a vacation spa for unsuspecting philantrophists she blames for the ruining of the planet. One of those people, however, is Bruce Wayne/Batman's butler Alfred!

Perchance To Dream - One of The Dark Knight's stranger episodes as he confronts not only The Mad Hatter.....BUT HIMSELF!

The Cape & The Cowl Conspiracy - Batman takes on a thief who steals information and rare items by threating his victims with death traps. This time, this thief wants to steal the mask of Batman.

Robin's Reckoning: Pt. 1 - Robin's past is revealed for the first time. We also see the first signs of conflict between Batman & Robin as both hunt down the murderer of Robin's parents seperately! This conflict was explored more in the re-vamped version of BatMan in later years.

Robin's Reckoning: Pt. 2 - The conclusion of Robin's origin as we see him become (briefly) almost as dark as Batman himself as he finally faces off with his parents' killer!

The Laughing Fish - One of the darker Joker episodes as The Joker tries to get a pattened on his grotesque version of fish!

Night Of The Ninja - A part of Bruce Wayne's past is revealed as an old foe returns to seek revenge on him.

BONUS FEATURE: Robin Rising - A unique look at this series' version of Robin. One thing is for sure, he isn't the Adam West version!

DISC 2

Cat Scratch Fever - Despite the threat of returning to jail, Selina Kyle is forced to become Catwoman again to stop a plaque on animals in Gotham but when she becomes infected herself, Batman comes to her aid.

The Strange Secret Of Bruce Wayne - While investigating a blackmail scheme, Bruce Wayne runs across Dr. Hugo Strange whose hypnotherapy machine can actually read and see thoughts!

Heart Of Steel: Pt. 1 - Dr. Carl Rosom, a genius in automatry/robotics, builds HARDAC to replace humankind after the death of his daughter but when he realizes own creation has plans of his own, he tries to stop it but its too late! Now, it is up to Batman to pull the plug on this super-computer before everyone he knows (not to mention the world) is replaced with robot duplicates!

Heart Of Steel: Pt. 2 - The conclusion to this sci-fish but still great two parter!

If You're So Smart, Why Aren't You Rich? - The debut of The Riddler as he seeks revenge on an employer that cheated him out of money for work.

Joker's Wild - The Joker escapes from prison to wreck a casino in his name, not knowing that he's actually being duped in a much larger scheme.

Tyger, Tyger - Catwoman is captured and mutated into a half-woman/half-cat being! Batman must rescue her BUT he must face Tygress, the perfect hybird of human intelligence and cat-like ferocity!

BONUS: Gotham's Guardians - A look at Batman's supporting cast of heroes and villians!

DISC 3

Moon Of The Wolf - A star athlete drinks a steriodial compound that turns him into a werewolf!

Day Of The Samari - Batman returns to Japan to face off with The Ninja! This is pt. 2 (though not officially) from Disc 1's "Night Of The Ninja."

Terror In The Sky - Man-Bat has returned or so it seems! Is Kurt Langstrom becoming this vicious creature again or is someone else taking to the skies?!

Almost Got 'Im - An entertaining look at The Joker, The Penguin, Two-Face, Poision Ivy and Killer Croc's tales of how they almost got BatMan!

Birds Of A Feather - The Penguin tries to go straight for a female who does nothing but use him for her own gain! Now, the jilted bird wants revenge!

What Is Reality? - Batman & Robin fight to save Commissioner Gordon from The Riddler's computer VR game.

I Am The Night - One of the most (if not THE most) emotional episodes as Bruce Wayne nearly gives up being Batman after Commissioner Gordon is nearly killed!

BONUS: Voices Of The Knight - Meet the actors that bring these characters to life!

DISC 4

Off Balance - Batman must team with a mysterious woman to take on Vertigo! This eppy also features the first appearance of Raus Al Gul, one of Batman's greatest enemies!

The Man Who Killed Batman - A bumbling thief seemingly gets lucky and kills Batman! Now, he has all of Gotham (including The Joker) after him!

Mudslide - Continuing the "Feat Of Clay" two parter from Vol. 1, Clayface returns to find a cure at all costs for his condition only to cross paths with Batman.

Paging The Crime Doctor - The brother of gangster Rupert Thorne is forced to perform an illegal operation with the unwilling help of an old collegue.

Zatanna - A woman from Bruce Wayne's past is framed for a crime she didn't do. Batman aids her in finding the real thief!

The Mechanic - The Penguin blackmails Batman's private mechanic into rigging the Batmobile for a trip of doom! I should note that the man voicing Earl The Mechanic in this one is the late, great Paul Winfield!

Harley & Ivy - The two femme fatales team up to take on Gotham, The Batman & The Joker!

This volume is well worth the money! Add this to Vol. 1 & Vol. 3 (plus get BatMan: Mask Of The Phantasm and Batman/Mr. Freeze: SubZero) and you'll have the original collection of episodes!

I SEE NOW THEY ARE COMING OUT WITH THE RE-VAMPED EPISODES IN DECEMBER! YES, MY PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ANSWERED! THE STORYLINE WILL NOW BE COMPLETE!

Anyway, the product is worth the $30!