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Batman
A separate adaptation of Batman and Robin & Nightwing and Batgirl; useful for comparison, but unrelated to The New Adventures of Batman’s story continuity.
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OUT NOWPremiered 10 February 1977
What to watch before The New Adventures of Batman
4 titles · 157h 20m to catch up
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157h 20mRuntime
23wWeeks at 7h/week
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Recommended route 4 titles · 157h 20m
These earlier stories offer the clearest character and continuity context for The New Adventures of Batman.
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Batman
A separate adaptation of Batman and The Joker and Robin & Nightwing; useful for comparison, but unrelated to The New Adventures of Batman’s story continuity.
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The Adventures of Batman
A separate adaptation of Batman and Robin & Nightwing; useful for comparison, but unrelated to The New Adventures of Batman’s story continuity.
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Super Friends
A separate adaptation of Robin & Nightwing and Batman; useful for comparison, but unrelated to The New Adventures of Batman’s story continuity.
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Available since 10 February 1977. Open the title page for its synopsis, cast, trailer, and place in the wider DC catalogue.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to watch everything before The New Adventures of Batman?
No. This 4 titles route collects useful context, but the labels explain which connections are direct and which are broader background. You can shorten it to suit your familiarity with this continuity.
How long does it take to catch up before The New Adventures of Batman?
The complete route currently takes 157h 20m, or about 22.5 weeks at seven hours per week. Change the weekly figure above for an estimate based on your own pace.
What order should I watch these titles in?
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