TOY REVIEW - Classic 1966 Batman TV Show CATWOMAN POP HEROES Vinyl Figure by Funko!

Toy Collector and Cosplayer, Tanya Tate, is back in another video where she does a wonderful Toy Review of the brand-new Classic 1966 Batman TV Show CATWOMAN POP HEROES Vinyl Figure made by Funko, enjoy!

New CLASSIC 1966 BATMAN TV SERIES Talking Plush Dolls Coming Soon!

Based on the classic 1966 Batman television series starring Adam West and Burt Ward, the Wonderland Toy Company will be releasing brand-new 17" talking plush figures of Batman, Robin, and The Joker in an impressive 1/6th scale! 

No release date was given so we assume they will be out very soon. We do know that they will have a suggested retail price of about $45 each.

HOT TOYS Celebrates The Dark Knight Rises Movie with THE BAT 1/12th Scale Deluxe Collectible Set

In The Dark Knight Rises, the epic conclusion to The Dark Knight Trilogy by Christopher Nolan, Batman was presented with an all-new aircraft by Lucius Fox called THE BAT!

To celebrate Batman’s 75th anniversary, Hot Toys is excited to officially introduce the 1/12th scale THE BAT Deluxe Collectible Set to their new MMS Compact Series and it is highly detailed and specially crafted based on the film. 

In addition to featuring finely sculpted aircraft structure, remote controlled LED light-up and the propellers have spinning functions. It also comes with a 1/12th scale Batman Collectible Figure. Oh yeah, this Deluxe Set will also include a 1/12th scale Selina Kyle Catwoman Figure and the fusion reactor (bomb) thatTalia al Ghul planned to use to destroy Gotham City.

HOT TOYS has not issued a release date but we assume you can pre-order now. They also didn't give me a retail price, but you know it's gonna be pretty expensive so get ready for that.

BRAZIL Celebrates 75 Years of BATMAN With WORLD OF SUPER-HEROES Magazine #56

Batman Fans living in Brazil are gonna be in for a big treat when they see the new issue of WORLD OF SUPER-HEROES Magazine #56, in stores now. According to the cover story it was made to commemorate 75 years of the BAT-MAN! This issue covers the entire history of the characters of Gotham City and there's even a special centerfold poster that gives a detailed timeline with key facts of Batman's career. On the reverse side of the poster, there is an illustration created by Absynthes Klebs Jr. and Márcio Menyz.

Other articles in this issue include an interview with Joe Bennett which covers three decades of his career, the Brazilian speaks of his start in the comics, his work and how he got to be featured at Marvel and DC.

Other important mentions will be a story about Flash Gordon, the space adventurer created by Alex Raymond, who turns 80 years old in 2014.

There are also some comments on the life of Curt Swan, the main designer of Superman for many decades.

Hawkeye Fans will enjoy a timeline that explains the great moments of Clint Barton, who debuted as a villain but became an important member of the Avengers. There is also a list of Action Figures of the Avengers, plus another list which covers the statues and busts from Bowen Designs.

Oh  yeah, more Batman! They interview Batman collector, Márcio Scout, about his intense dedication to the Dark Knight.

You can find this magazine now in  São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In the rest of the country, the magazine will be released in the next few days. 

For more details be sure to visit www.europanet.com.br/superheroi 

DIGITAL VERSION of the entire contents of the World of Super Heroes is for sale on the website www.europadigital.com.br. 

Digital editions are also available on the App Store and on the website www.iba.com.br.

VIDEO: BATMAN THE DARK KNIGHT Animated Movie in 8-Bit Cinema!

Here's a random Parody Animation-Video I came across recently that converts THE DARK KNIGHT Batman movie into an 8-bit video game. It's pretty clever and very well done, enjoy.

New FIRST APPEARANCE BATMAN 75th Anniversary ArtFX Statue by KOTOBUKIYA

Created by artist Bob Kane and writer Bill Finger Batman has been thrilling readers young and old alike for 75 years. To commemorate this milestone anniversary Kotobukiya has created an extremely limited edition ARTFX+ statue of the “Bat-Man” as he first appeared in Detective Comics issue #27. 

Masterfully sculpted by Atelier Bamboo, Batman stands in 1/10th scale and includes a magnetic display base for effortless display options. This first appearance of Batman will be available exclusively during San Diego Comic-Con 2014 and through a limited non-attendee pre-order event at the KOTOBUKIYA website.

Batman's New GOTHAM TV SERIES Wallpaper Backgrounds

We're all still waiting to see the brand-new "BATMAN" TV Series titled, "GOTHAM", which will be airing on the FOX Network. I have not heard an exact air date on this yet but as soon as I do then everyone who reads the BAT-BLOG will too. (The characters shown here are Jim Gordon and Alfred Pennyworth).

In the mean time, here are some GOTHAM TV SHOW desktop background wallpapers to enjoy.

R.I.P. Eli Wallach - The Actor Who Played Mr. Freeze on the 1966 BATMAN TV Series

It's with a sad and heavy heart that I have to report that the Actor, Eli Wallach, has passed away. He had always been a favorite Actor of mine and he was in a ton of great films but, for me, he will always be remembered as "Mr. Freeze" on the 1960's BATMAN TV Show. 

Rest In Peace Sir, you will be deeply missed and thank you for the wonderful memories of my childhood.

LA MUJER MURCIELAGO - The 1968 BATMAN Mexican Cult Film

Here's a nice opportunity to see a fun piece of Bat-History! In Mexico, back in 1968, there was a movie production company that made a "Batman" film called, "LA MUJER MURCIELAGO". The unique thing about the film was that the main character was a sexy "Batgirl" (or is she suppose to be "Batwoman"?). This movie has become a cult classic! You can watch it sometimes on YouTube. Check it out sometime, it's CRAZY!

Also, if you can get to eBay in the next few days, there's a company called "Posterazzi" who is selling all 6 Lobby Cards and 6 Promo Still Photos. 

They're all shown, right here:

New - BATMAN 75th Anniversary Graphic Novel Books Box Set

Just a quick heads-up. In celebration of Batman's 75th anniversary, DC Comics will be releasing a special box set collecting three of the most popular and critically acclaimed graphic novels starring "Batman" at a special low price.  This box set collects trade paperback volumes of The Dark Knight Returns (Frank Miller), Batman: Hush (Jim Lee) and Batman: The Court of Owls. 

It will be released on October 7th, 2014, and will have a retail price around $35.00.

COSPLAY NEWS: Batman and the Justice League Spotted in Canada!

Hey Bat-Fans, Check out this awesome photo taken by Robert Dufault at this year's 2014 Ottawa Comic-Con. It features our good friend Dan Page who has a pretty amazing "Batman" costume. He also appears with Wonder Woman and the Huntress. (That is the Huntress, right? ). Last year they were the Bat-Family. Now, they're more like the "Justice League". That's so cool and their costumes are totally GREAT!

Thanks Dan for sharing your fun pic :)

VIDEO REVIEW: 1966 Batman TV Show Batmobile & Batman Funko POP Vinyl Figure

Here at the BAT-BLOG we were recently contacted by a Woman named Tanya Tate who is both a Cosplayer and Toy Reviewer. She appears to be a very serious collector of the POP Heroes! Vinyl Figures made by FUNKO and also a serious fan of the Caped Crusader. In this video she does a review for the Classic 1966 Batman TV Show Batmobile & Batman Funko POP Vinyl Figure. Look for more of these reviews in the future. Now, go enjoy the video :)

Oh yeah, as a special side-note:

TOY TOKYO will have an EXCLUSIVE "Red Version" of this Batmobile that will be made available at the next San Diego Comic Con (SDCC). It reminds me of the Vintage 60's Tin Toys made in Japan, so awesome!

New BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT Action Figure BATMOBILE VEHICLE by Mattel!

Mattel recently shared a photo of what their BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT BATMOBILE CAR is gonna look like. Of course this is the version from the next video game. It also shows one of the many functions of the vehicle, it opens up! I really like this, it's pretty cool! My only gripe is I heard a rumor it's gonna be about $85 dollars. Yes, Eighty-Five bucks!

Here's their promotional copy:

In the video game, Batman™ battles all-new threats in Gotham City with the help of an arsenal-equipped vehicle. This Batman™: Arkham Knight Batmobilefeatures premium, highly-detailed deco and authentic sounds straight from the game, and much more!

The tires can do a complete 360-degree spin, allowing the vehicle to turn on a dime… very handy for pursuing villains. When the top of the vehicle is pressed downward the firepower is revealed: on the left side, a riot suppressor rubber bullet gun, and on the right side, a high-powered Gatling gun, both with sounds and light effects – straight from the game! Hold the activation button longer than three seconds to create a red glow, simulating heat transferring, and press the rear button to turn on the headlights and play the game’s iconic Bat-swarm sound effect. There are also controls to rev the engine, to see the exhaust light up, and for the sound of the cannon. The vehicle comes with an articulated DC Comics™ Multiverse Akrham City Batman™ figure with a fabric cape allowing Batman™ to sit in the driver’s seat!

THE SEXY ARMPIT Podcast Celebrates 75 YEARS OF BATMAN! #Batman75

 Our Good Friends over at THE SEXY ARMPIT website recently did a broadcast where they talked about their love of the BATMAN Character.

 They do a podcast known as THE NERD LUNCH and in Episode # 134 they shared their thoughts on the 75th Anniversary of BATMAN, their favorite comic book issues, favorite movies, TV Cartoons, etc... 

It's fun to listen to, so please CLICK HERE to check it out!

An Extremely Serious BATMAN FAN Meets Adam West!

 Check out this amazing photo we got the other night from our friend named Miles Blackman, Jr. He recently went to a Comic Book Convention where he got to have his photo taken with Adam West. The cool thing is that Miles is also a serious Cosplayer (check out that costume, it's incredible) and, at the time of the photo, was in full Bat-Suit. How awesome is that?!!! This must have been one of the greatest days of his life :) Thanks for sharing your fun pic Miles, it's cool!

75 YEARS OF BATMAN Wallpapers - 1966 BATMAN TV Series Art by SHAG

 The Artist known as SHAG just recently created this amazing piece of artwork for DC Comics to help celebrate the 75th Anniversary of BATMAN.

 It has a great cast of characters from the 1966 TV Series: Batman, Robin the Boy Wonder, Catwoman, Joker, Riddler, Penguin, King Tut, Egghead, and Mr. Freeze!

 So, I made some SHAG BATMAN Wallpapers you can use to brighten your PC desktop's background, enjoy.

Video Review - Mattel Classic 1966 BATMAN TV Series Bat-Utility Belt Replica

I recently did a post about the new '66 BATMAN COWL that Mattel has plans to come out with and then mentioned that Mattel also makes a "Bat-Utility Belt". Well, here's a great video review of that product. It's well done, nice information.... check it out!

New BATMAN: ARKHAM ASYLUM Pop-Heroes Figures by FUNKO!

Are you a fan of the BATMAN: ARKHAM ASYLUM Video Game and you also collect the POP HEROES Vinyl Figures made by FUNKO? Well, later this year you'll be able to buy 5 brand-new figures that are inspired by this game. We got: Batman, The Joker, Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, and Killer Croc!

According to rumors: 

HOT TOPIC stores will have an exclusive pre-release on the "Harley Quinn" figure. 

Also, the "Killer Croc" figure is rumored to be one of those HUGE-SIZED figures... awesome! I don't have an exact release date on these yet, but they're coming! Stay tuned to the Bat-Blog for better photos we'll get in the future of the actual toys.

Batman, the Dark Knight, Spotted in Turkey!

Here's a quick post to share this ultra-fun photo from our friend Tina. She lives all the way on the other side of the world in Turkey and she went to a costume party as the Caped Crusader!!! OK, if they had a contest at this event then she should have won. I need to ask her, ha ha! 

Also, check out her custom "Batmobile" Smart car, very cool!

(Thanks for sharing this Tina, costume looks great!)

BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT Real-Life Batmobile Car!

OK, maybe I should NOT have used the phrase "real-life" in the title because I don't think this thing is actually drive-able, ha! But you get the idea. Check out these amazing photos of a car that Warner Bros had built to showcase their new video game, BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT. 

We're sure this thing will be appearing at most of this year's major Comic Book Conventions to promote the game.... KICK ASS!! Hey, if anyone out there gets a chance to see it in real-life (yes, a stupid PUN) please send us some pics. I love this new car!

BANECAT Episode 2 - Batman Humor Video

Awesome! It appears that BaneCat has returned with another adventure, enjoy!

Amazing BATMAN TATTOO ART From Around The World!

 The Bat-Blog is pretty well known for sharing amazing Batman Tattoo Art, it's fun! Anyway, today could be called "International Day" because both of these examples are from around the globe. 

 First up, check out this wonderful Bat-Tat from a friend named Wilco. He lives in the Netherlands and he got this image to celebrate his Son. Batman is holding Scrabble Board Game Playing Pieces that spell-out his name, DEXX! That's very cool! It's actually very sweet and quite clever too.  I also like that it's a super iconic image of the Bat-Man!

 Then, all the way from Austria, we got these pics from a friend named Dominik. He has TWO major Bat-Tats! One of them is the Joker, Heath Ledger version (on his leg), and then, a huge Bat-Symbol on his chest. Awesome!

 Hey, if anybody out there gets some ink done please share a photo with us. Our email button is always on the top right-hand side of this page. Thanks.

New Classic 1966 BATMAN TV Series COWL MASK By Mattel!

OK, here's another quick post to share this photo I came across the other day. Now I have not totally confirmed this, but this is supposed to be the BATMAN COWL that Mattel has plans to come out with (They also have a Bat-Belt in the works). I don't have ANY information yet on price or when it will be made available. But one thing is for sure, I'm gonna be camping out all night in front of the store to get mine, ha ha! I mean, I've been waiting for this item since I was 2 years old!! I'm also pretty impressed with the way it looks. The "eyebrows" look so awesome!