Witness the Unrivaled, Last Performance of Kevin Conroy as Batman
Batman Bids Adieu with a Brawl: Kevin Conroy's Final Performance
Kevin Conroy, the legendary voice behind Batman for countless fans, has sadly departed, leaving behind an iconic legacy. While the idea of Conroy's final Batman performance being in the contentious Suicide Squad video game brought on mixed feelings, a fitting send-off was yet to come-and it's here, and it's a knockout!
We've been privy to the fact that Conroy's final recorded portrayal of Batman was destined for Warner Bros. Animation's trilogy adapted from the legendary comic series Crisis on Infinite Earths, alongside the return of Mark Hamill as the Joker. Now that the third and final Crisis film has hit video on demand, we can finally witness Conroy's final hurrah as Batman. In Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Three, as the DC multiverse faces imminent destruction, the anti-matter wave threatens the art-deco Gotham City from Batman: The Animated Series. Amidst the chaos, even the Joker can't resist causing a ruckus for the Dark Knight.
During this climactic brawl, the Joker grabs one last opportunity to question Batman's motives, and Conroy, with an impassioned growl, delivers his final lines: "I care, Joker. About Gotham. About Justice. And if it has to end... at least I go out like this," the Batman says, raising his fist as reality crumbles around him. "Being Batman!"
In such a brief moment, it encapsulates Conroy's Batman seamlessly, with his performance living up to the hype. The seething passion, the triumphant bellow as he prepares to land his final punch leaves an indelible impact, even without the knowledge that this will likely be the last time we hear Conroy as Batman. In that context, it's even more heart-wrenching.
Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Three is now available to purchase or rent digitally, and is anticipated to arrive on Max later this year.
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- Kevin Conroy's final performance as Batman, a bitter-sweet farewell, serves as the culmination of his iconic legacy in the upcoming release, "Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Three."
- In this climactic animation, the Joker challenges Batman's motives, and Conroy delivers his final lines, embodying the passion and determination of his character.
- The digital version of "Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Three" is now available for purchase or rent, promising to capture the essence of Conroy's famous portrayal one last time.
- As we bid adieu to Kevin Conroy, a respected voice actor known for his roles in popular series like Batman, updates on Marvel, Star Wars, Doctor Who, and the DC Universe can be found on io9 for those eager to stay informed about the future of these beloved franchises.
