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Batman: Death in the Family - The Iconic 1940-2024 Storyline

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The "Death in the Family" storyline is one of the most iconic and controversial in the history of Batman comics. It first appeared in 1988 and has been revisited and adapted several times since then.

Batman: A Death in the Family (Batman (1940-2024))

by Jim Starlin

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	271 pages
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The story follows the death of Jason Todd, the second Robin, at the hands of the Joker. Jason's death was a major turning point for Batman and had a profound impact on the character and the entire Batman mythos.

History

The "Death in the Family" storyline was first published in Batman #426-429 in 1988. The story was written by Jim Starlin and drawn by Jim Aparo.

The story begins with the Joker kidnapping Jason Todd. The Joker tortures Jason for weeks, eventually killing him with a crowbar. Batman is devastated by Jason's death and vows revenge on the Joker.

The "Death in the Family" storyline was a huge success and sparked a major controversy among fans. Some fans were outraged by Jason's death, while others praised the story for its realism and emotional impact.

Legacy

The "Death in the Family" storyline has had a lasting impact on the Batman comics. Jason Todd's death has been a major influence on Batman's character and the way he operates.

The story has also been adapted several times, including in the animated films "Batman: Under the Red Hood" and "Batman: Death in the Family." It has been hinted that the upcoming live-action film "The Batman" will also feature the Death in the Family storyline.

The "Death in the Family" storyline is one of the most important and influential in the history of Batman comics. It is a complex and tragic story that has had a profound impact on the character and the entire Batman mythos.

Character Profiles

Batman

Batman is a vigilante who protects Gotham City from crime. He is known for his dark and brooding personality and his unwavering commitment to justice.

Batman's death in the Death in the Family storyline was a major turning point for the character and led him to become even more withdrawn and isolated.

Jason Todd

Jason Todd was the second Robin. He was a troubled youth who was taken in by Batman after his parents were murdered.

Jason's death in the Death in the Family storyline was a major shock to readers and had a profound impact on Batman.

The Joker

The Joker is Batman's archenemy. He is a psychopathic killer who is known for his sadistic sense of humor.

The Joker is responsible for Jason Todd's death and has been a major thorn in Batman's side ever since.

Timeline of Events

1940: Batman first appears in Detective Comics #27.
1983: Jason Todd becomes the second Robin.
1988: The "Death in the Family" storyline is published.
1989: Jason Todd is resurrected as the Red Hood.
2005: The "Under the Hood" storyline is published, which reveals Jason's resurrection.
2010: The animated film "Batman: Under the Red Hood" is released.
2020: The animated film "Batman: Death in the Family" is released.
2024: The live-action film "The Batman" is released, which is rumored to feature the Death in the Family storyline.