Shadow of the Bat

Episode Summary & Review

Summary

When Commissioner Gordon is framed for taking bribes from Rupert Thorne, his daughter Barbara pleads with Batman to show up at a rally being put on in the commissioner’s behalf. But when Batman disappears after finding the person behind the frame-up, Barbara takes the law into her own hands as Batgirl.

Our Take

Serviceable television — it advances the story without ever surprising you.