Should Robin Be Added To The Batman Cast?

[Carrieattheprom]

Just curious. As it stands right now, no for me. Brucie can barely take care of himself, let alone some nine-year-old kid.

[adoptedBatpuppy]

I think Batman should stand on his own two feet before having any sidekicks helping him with anything.
On the other hand, he sure could use the extra help!

[FALLEN ELDOR]

I think with TT being so popular the suits might push him onto the show to see who he is and how be became Robin. I like Robin and want to see him eventually.

[creativerealms]

The Batman takes place way too early for a robin, hell this really should be Batman year one not year three with how green he is in this series. What type of crime did he fight in the first two years anyway?

[TheScarecrow]

I'm not really a big fan of the take The Batman has on the main character and his universe, so I'm not sure I would want to see what take they have on Robin.

[TheRiddlerKid]

It's been a long time since Batman can fly solo, I also think that a 26 Bruce would want to keep it a one man thing in fear of losing someone close. Plus Batman ain't know everything yet, he's learning his way, just like the robin in the TAS series, so no, I don't think he fits in "The Batman" Tv show.

[Supremus]

I wouldn't be surprised if they added Robin sooner rather than later.

Looking at the original WB preview/teaser for the series where Batman looks quite different than the final version, and considering that The Batman has been described as Year One, I wonder if the next couple of seasons could turn out to be Year 2 and 3, and we could see an older Batman? I know it sounds a bit unlikely, but it would be quite a cool thing to do, and nobody from the production seems to have addressed why the preview used such a different design.

Anyway, if they did that, we could get to the Robin stage sooner. Still, there is no reason why thry couldn't introduce him at this early stage in Batman's career. They have already parted with established Bat-ology in many ways, so why not with Robin? That's not to say I actually want to see a Robin on the show, I don't particularly, but it could happen.

[LadyM]

He's already in Year 3 . . . Alfred had that cake for him in the first episode with three candles.

~LM~

[Supremus]

He's already in Year 3 . . . Alfred had that cake for him in the first episode with three candles.

~LM~Ok, I can't really say I have been paying that much attention, but he still seems pretty young and inexperienced, and it would still be interesting to move the series forward to an older Batman. It is, of course, extremely unlikely, as WB want to keep hold of their core audience of 3-5 year olds.

[Rabi~en~Rose]

no I don't think The Batman Bruce is ready to be father/mentor material now if it was totally different like maybe his police friend becoming Robin that might work

[VivatGrendel]

The show sucks. Period. Let's not ruin any more of the Batman mythos than has already been ruined.

[FALLEN ELDOR]

no I don't think The Batman Bruce is ready to be father/mentor material now

who says he needs to be ready?

[TimTwoFace]

We all know that Robin is coming to this show, eventually. I have no problem with the idea, as long as it's treated well.

In retrospect, after seeing all 13 episodes to date, I think the show definitely has a chance. It's starting to find its legs now. I'd go at least another full season sans Robin, though, just to get everything else straight before another major addition to the cast is made.

-Tim

[MJC]

We all know that Robin is coming to this show, eventually. I have no problem with the idea, as long as it's treated well.

In retrospect, after seeing all 13 episodes to date, I think the show definitely has a chance. It's starting to find its legs now. I'd go at least another full season sans Robin, though, just to get everything else straight before another major addition to the cast is made.

-Tim

What makes you think they'll ever add Robin to the cast? Considering that he's already a main character in Teen Titans, I doubt he'll ever appear on The Batman.

[Casey Mack]

in all the other Batman incarnations, Bruce met Dick in his 3rd year. That includes comics animated show etc, so Bruce is ready to take on a "Ward". But "The Batman" show im not sure if hes ready,but they should atleast introduce Dick to the show. That way Dick could just be the kid around the house, and we get to see Bruce train Him. we could spend an entire season with things just like that, and maybe in season 3 we could see Dick become Robin.
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[NIGHTWING_23]

I'd like to see Robin added to the show except not as Robin. I'd like to see a season premiere where they show the death of Dick's parents (BUT THEY HAVE TO DO IT RIGHT!) and then Bruce adopts him. And then they go through the rest of the season where Dick doesn't know he's Batman and in the season finale Dick finally finds out about Batman being Bruce. Then they have another season where Dick wants to help Batman all the time except Batman refuses and then in the season finale Dick becomes Robin.

I only want to see Robin (Dick) if they do it something like this, because if they don't and they screw up then I'll be really pissed.

[Style]

I'd like to see Robin added to the show except not as Robin. I'd like to see a season premiere where they show the death of Dick's parents (BUT THEY HAVE TO DO IT RIGHT!) and then Bruce adopts him. And then they go through the rest of the season where Dick doesn't know he's Batman and in the season finale Dick finally finds out about Batman being Bruce. Then they have another season where Dick wants to help Batman all the time except Batman refuses and then in the season finale Dick becomes Robin.

I only want to see Robin (Dick) if they do it something like this, because if they don't and they screw up then I'll be really pissed.
Assuming they don't go from Circus Dick to Robin all in one episode, (or three-parter,) They would probably follow the arc you mentioned over the course of one season, not two.

[Dorko]

In season 2 or 3 they should intro Dick Grayson at the begining. Then have him debut as robin in the season finale.

[Gloria Harp]

I'd like to see Robin added to the show except not as Robin. I'd like to see a season premiere where they show the death of Dick's parents (BUT THEY HAVE TO DO IT RIGHT!) and then Bruce adopts him. And then they go through the rest of the season where Dick doesn't know he's Batman and in the season finale Dick finally finds out about Batman being Bruce. Then they have another season where Dick wants to help Batman all the time except Batman refuses and then in the season finale Dick becomes Robin.

I only want to see Robin (Dick) if they do it something like this, because if they don't and they screw up then I'll be really pissed.
I agree; I'd rather have just Dick on the show and not Dick as Robin until much later on, as long as they make Dick a sweet, little kid as opposed to a bratty, obnoxious one (*shudders at the thought*). Anyway, I think that it would be a good idea for the show to do the death of Dick's parents (so sad!) and then have Bruce adopt Dick. Heck, I would even start watching again (after all, who could resist watching a chibi-Dick Greyson? It would be SO adorable! :anime: )

[Love4ever]

It would be interesting if they did add a Robin to this seires. It dosen't for me beacuse that seires is just BLOODY CRAP to me!

[NIGHTWING_23]

Assuming they don't go from Circus Dick to Robin all in one episode, (or three-parter,) They would probably follow the arc you mentioned over the course of one season, not two.
I was just saying two for the following reasons:

Season 1 - Leave it as it is (it's already done)

Season 2 - Leave it as it is

Season 3 - Season Premeire shows the death of Dick's parents and Batman trying to find the guy who killed Dick's parents with a short confrontation where he gets away. The rest of the season would show Batman just battling other villains with points where he thinks he may have found Dick's killer except it leads to a dead ends. Meanwhile Dick gets a season to grieve for his parents and show us what Dick may have been like as a kid but not have him do any fighting at all. Then in the season finale Batman finally locates Dick's parents' killer and Dick has some momentary action and the killer goes to jail. Dick would also find out at this point that Bruce is Batman.

Season 4 - I'm not sure how the season premiere should go but basically after the season 3's finale in this season Dick would have a couple of episodes where he helps Batman defeat the villains. And then in the finale Dick finally becomes Robin.

I figure up until Season 4 Bruce will have all of the experience he needs to have a partner. And he'll have Season 2 and part of 3 to become a father figure for Dick. Even in the beginning of Season 3 Bruce would try being a father figure for Dick except he wouldn't feel he's father figure material until he learns how to in one of the episodes.

[The Penguin]

I voted no. If Robin were added it shouldn't be for years and I don't think The Batman will last long enough for me to be satisfied with Robin showing up. And that's not because I think The Batman should be cancelled tomorrow, but because hardly any cartoon runs long enough for me to be happy to see Robin.

[Style]

I voted no. If Robin were added it shouldn't be for years and I don't think The Batman will last long enough for me to be satisfied with Robin showing up. And that's not because I think The Batman should be cancelled tomorrow, but because hardly any cartoon runs long enough for me to be happy to see Robin.
What IS your standard waiting period for an appearance by Robin, and why is it that long?

The Original Robin was introduced into the comics only about one year after Batman first made his appearance.

[The Penguin]

What IS your standard waiting period for an appearance by Robin, and why is it that long?

The Original Robin was introduced into the comics only about one year after Batman first made his appearance.My thinking was either season five or six (and not just 13 episodes each) and I just don't see many modern cartoons outside of The Simpsons running that long.

[Supremus]

The Original Robin was introduced into the comics only about one year after Batman first made his appearance.Yes, although I am not much of a Robin fan, I would say the sooner the better. I mean, anything to shake things up a little. Maybe Robin could add a bit of fun, and just like the original Robin was introduced to win over the kids, perhaps a new Robin could now be used to win over the older viewers? Or not. There isn't much evidence to suggest The Batman's writers can do anything to make this show very interesting.

[Carrieattheprom]

Okay, I'm just wondering what kind of costume he'll have if they do decide to use him.

His original from the comics? Or would moms complain that he's not wearing pants?:evil:

[Bleu Unicorn]

My thinking was either season five or six (and not just 13 episodes each) and I just don't see many modern cartoons outside of The Simpsons running that long.
*coughs* Justice League *coughs*

Anyhow, I voted no, and this has nothing to do with how I feel about the show as a whole. More than, it's supposed to be foucssing on Batman in his early years - which to me would equal pre-Robin, soo I do have to agree with Pengy, I don't think the show will run long enough to cover that span of time to let Robin be put in at an adequate time.

[The Penguin]

*coughs* Justice League *coughs*I said "I just don't see many.." not "any."

[Fone Bone]

Yeah, but I want it to be the Teen Titans Robin and have him make all those googly anime eyes. And Alfred would be like "Stop that!"

[90'sCartoonMan]

in all the other Batman incarnations, Bruce met Dick in his 3rd year. That includes comics animated show etc, so Bruce is ready to take on a "Ward". But "The Batman" show im not sure if hes ready,but they should atleast introduce Dick to the show. That way Dick could just be the kid around the house, and we get to see Bruce train Him. we could spend an entire season with things just like that, and maybe in season 3 we could see Dick become Robin.
I agree with that...or at least I would, but I just can't see myself liking Robin on this show. I'm too afraid they'd make him either an annoying brat or give him awful dialogue. Most likely both.

[Revelator]

Bruce is already rather immature and non-grave on that show. Adding Robin, who's usually used to provide balance in the form of kid-friendly lightness, would be utterly redudant.

[Style]

Bruce is already rather immature and non-grave on that show. Adding Robin, who's usually used to provide ballance in the form of kid-friendly lightness, would be utterly redudant.Not unless they "balanced" Bruce by introducing the motivated, focused, and often severe Robin of "Teen Titans." True, that would accomplish nothing but putting Bruce to utter shame, but it would be a twist on the usaul formula...

Although I suspect one reason some are chomping at the bit for this opportunity is to see how Parent affects Bruce. Essentially, the idea that he'd be forced to "grow up" to care for Dick. Whether or not that works out I don't know...

[Bleu Unicorn]

I said "I just don't see many.." not "any."
Yeah, so I can't read. This is news to you?