Batman '66 #2 Review

Batman '66 is the best deal in comics right now. An over-the-top superhero adventure that makes great use of the digital medium and only costs a buck. You can't beat it. This isn't just a goofy tribute to the classic television show, no, Batman '66 is a straight up a great Batman comic book, anyway you cut it. At this price, you'd be a fool to not read this series. A fool, I tell you!

As with the first issue, the belle of the ball is the art of Jonathan Case. Batman '66 #2 glows. It's vibrant and big, reaching heights the television show never could. It's not just the pop-up art stylings of the digital book either – although that certainly helps bring the tale to life – it's Case's line work that sends this issue into “must buy” territory. The smile on Alfred's face as he slides down the fireman's pole into the Bat-Cave. The first appearance of Catwoman and her goons. This comic is a work of art, guys.

Jeff Parker delivers again as well. Like the first issue, he ramps up the action and set pieces, giving us a story with big action, big laughs, and a really awkward moment between Batman and Dracula. What really makes the issue work is that Parker plays it straight. He embraces the camp and ridiculous nature of the series without poking fun at it. Without a doubt, Batman '66 is quickly giving the other Bat titles a run for their money. This just might be the best book DC is doing right now, in my opinion.

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