On rare occasions I think how lucky I was to have watched these each week during the 60’s. What an innocent time it was. And if I’m not mistaken, it’s was on twice a week.
This episode 'Death in Slow-Motion' is non-stop hilarity. The part where the giant book falls on Batman & Robin and The Riddler replays it over and over kills me every time.
Gorshin was a skilled impressionist, That was his claim to fame before the Batman series. to create his character, he took the Riddler's physicality from James Cagney, and his meter and intonation from Kirk Douglas, the laugh was exaggerated from a movie starring William Holden. Holden let out a maniacal laugh as he shoved a wheelchair-bound woman down a steep staircase, The laugh was SO chilling, the Censors of the time had it permanently excised from the movie, but Gorshin had heard it and later made good use as The Riddler. What made his Riddler VERY creepy was the way he switched rapidly from deadly almost depressive calm to manic unrestrained mirth and back again. Caesar Romero as the Joker was Good, Frank Gorshin as The Riddler was GREAT.
@@robertmcpherson1617 Jim Carey's portrayal was over the top and manic ALL the time, and that's Carey's style, But Gorshin, switching from calm to insane, going from ecstatic heights, to crushing depression to pure rage, He was nuanced in a way that Carey wasn't and so Careys portrayal just seemed flat. One dimensional. Gorshin's Riddler came off as completely insane [and believably so], even the other villains, Joker included could not rein him in [See the Batman Movie 1967] and it was his barely controlled insanity that made him Dangerous.
@@Voodoomaria I concur. Gorshin's ability to go from over the top, even staggering uncontrollably to deadly, frightening intent made him the scariest and best villain of them all (1966 Batman)! I still get creeper out! It cements him as a truly remarkable actor!
@@robertmcpherson1617 Watch the movie "Public Enemy" 1931 starring James Cagney, watch his body movements especially in the Prison scene where he's told his mother has died. You will see exactly where Gorshin got his stance and that staggering motion. It's that same loss of motor control denoting descent into madness. The actors and actresses they selected to play batman Villains in that series were all at one time A-List talents, and it REALLY shows in their performances. My personal favourite Batman bad Guy just for his comedic value was "King Tut" played by Victor Buono. His comedic delivery was absolutely FLAWLESS. And, the thing was, this wasn't the END of their careers, From '66 to '69 you weren't ANYBODY in Hollywood unless you got at least a window cameo in Batman. It was one of the hottest shows on television at the time.
all the comments on Frank's portrayal are spot on, great. He brought this villain to life. One thing, his laugh is strikingly similar to the maniacal laugh of Richard Widmark in KISS OF DEATH(1947). Frank and Widmark even bear a resemblance though Widmark was 18 years older. I can't remember if Riddler was created just for the series and has since thrived in the comics, animation and films. Mr. Freeze may have been created just for the series also. I'm not sure, but I digress.
That man lived the part long before Jim Carrey. His laughter, his deep thought moments, even his ecstatic energy when he jumps around. Hell, I think his costume is the same one that made it into Batman Forever.
Quite an amazing atmosphere when he acts his mind is sparkling and makes his performance truly the best Riddler ever Frank was a brilliant comedian and imperonater and musician and he could often over act as the Riddler, but that was made him the best. I remember him in Star Trek, I believe more than a few times, and I think he voiced in the animated version to, and Batman cartoon as well? And wasn't he in Fantasy Island the original. And he also was Lois and Clark Superman original series? And Murder, She Wrote. He also had his own TV series years ago, and was he in Happy Days?
Frank Gorshin's Portrayal Of The Riddler Was One Of The Greatest Villain Character Actors Of All Time. He Is A Legendary Silent Movie Producer and Director In This Episode. So Professional ln His Green Business Suit With ❓ All Over It. Never More Fiendishly Alluring Than From 4:48-6:09. The Riddler In His Tight Green Body Suit and Mask Has Robin On The Board Of Torture. "Is No Time, In Time?!? Clipping Robins Wings From 6:11-7:04. Gun In The Precious Black Leather Gloved Hand From 7:11-8:08. Even As A Cowboy, Riddler Wins. 💚❓💚
I enjoyed Frank Gorshin as the Riddler. Nobody can imitate his laugh. He's one of a kind. Riddle me this. Riddle me that.
Good thing he saw Kiss of Death as an usher
Lot better than John Astin.
Emmy-nominated for this role.
That laugh😂 absolute legend frank gorshin
Frank Gorshin the Riddler that all other Riddlers are judged by.
On rare occasions I think how lucky I was to have watched these each week during the 60’s. What an innocent time it was. And if I’m not mistaken, it’s was on twice a week.
Yeah twice a week so the cliffhanger was always resolved that week.
"Watch as this concoction is introduced into the drinks. You will see a temperance party get shortened into... a temper pot!" ~Riddler
Frank was the best comedian on Batman he will be missed RIP
This episode 'Death in Slow-Motion' is non-stop hilarity. The part where the giant book falls on Batman & Robin and The Riddler replays it over and over kills me every time.
Frank looked badass in green 💚 black 🖤 and purple 💜
Gorshin was a skilled impressionist, That was his claim to fame before the Batman series. to create his character, he took the Riddler's physicality from James Cagney, and his meter and intonation from Kirk Douglas, the laugh was exaggerated from a movie starring William Holden. Holden let out a maniacal laugh as he shoved a wheelchair-bound woman down a steep staircase, The laugh was SO chilling, the Censors of the time had it permanently excised from the movie, but Gorshin had heard it and later made good use as The Riddler.
What made his Riddler VERY creepy was the way he switched rapidly from deadly almost depressive calm to manic unrestrained mirth and back again.
Caesar Romero as the Joker was Good, Frank Gorshin as The Riddler was GREAT.
I was about to comment on Gorshin's ability to switch from maniacal glee to deadly seriousnessbeing unnerving but you beat me to it!🤣
@@robertmcpherson1617 Jim Carey's portrayal was over the top and manic ALL the time, and that's Carey's style, But Gorshin, switching from calm to insane, going from ecstatic heights, to crushing depression to pure rage, He was nuanced in a way that Carey wasn't and so Careys portrayal just seemed flat. One dimensional.
Gorshin's Riddler came off as completely insane [and believably so], even the other villains, Joker included could not rein him in [See the Batman Movie 1967] and it was his barely controlled insanity that made him Dangerous.
@@Voodoomaria I concur. Gorshin's ability to go from over the top, even staggering uncontrollably to deadly, frightening intent made him the scariest and best villain of them all (1966 Batman)! I still get creeper out! It cements him as a truly remarkable actor!
@@robertmcpherson1617 Watch the movie "Public Enemy" 1931 starring James Cagney, watch his body movements especially in the Prison scene where he's told his mother has died.
You will see exactly where Gorshin got his stance and that staggering motion.
It's that same loss of motor control denoting descent into madness.
The actors and actresses they selected to play batman Villains in that series were all at one time A-List talents, and it REALLY shows in their performances.
My personal favourite Batman bad Guy just for his comedic value was "King Tut" played by Victor Buono. His comedic delivery was absolutely FLAWLESS.
And, the thing was, this wasn't the END of their careers, From '66 to '69 you weren't ANYBODY in Hollywood unless you got at least a window cameo in Batman.
It was one of the hottest shows on television at the time.
all the comments on Frank's portrayal are spot on, great. He brought this villain to life. One thing, his laugh is strikingly similar to the maniacal laugh of Richard Widmark in KISS OF DEATH(1947). Frank and Widmark even bear a resemblance though Widmark was 18 years older. I can't remember if Riddler was created just for the series and has since thrived in the comics, animation and films. Mr. Freeze may have been created just for the series also. I'm not sure, but I digress.
That man lived the part long before Jim Carrey. His laughter, his deep thought moments, even his ecstatic energy when he jumps around. Hell, I think his costume is the same one that made it into Batman Forever.
Quite an amazing atmosphere when he acts his mind is sparkling and makes his performance truly the best Riddler ever Frank was a brilliant comedian and imperonater and musician and he could often over act as the Riddler, but that was made him the best. I remember him in Star Trek, I believe more than a few times, and I think he voiced in the animated version to, and Batman cartoon as well? And wasn't he in Fantasy Island the original. And he also was Lois and Clark Superman original series? And Murder, She Wrote. He also had his own TV series years ago, and was he in Happy Days?
HE'S AWESOME
He's the only riddler as far I'm concerned.
I always like batman 1966
My God, the Great Gorshin at work. Just brilliant 👏
The costume is GREAT!
Frank ,Caesar, and Burgess were the best. Heck wit dem imitaters
Frank Gorshin's Portrayal Of The Riddler Was One Of The Greatest Villain Character Actors Of All Time. He Is A Legendary Silent Movie Producer and Director In This Episode. So Professional ln His Green Business Suit With ❓ All Over It. Never More Fiendishly Alluring Than From 4:48-6:09. The Riddler In His Tight Green Body Suit and Mask Has Robin On The Board Of Torture. "Is No Time, In Time?!? Clipping Robins Wings From 6:11-7:04. Gun In The Precious Black Leather Gloved Hand From 7:11-8:08. Even As A Cowboy, Riddler Wins. 💚❓💚
All time favorite 😊
Riddler's antics with the pies would make the Joker jealous.
Better then Jim Carry Ridlers
This whole plot feels more like a Joker scheme than a Riddler scheme tbh
My favorite
This really seems like more of a Joker caper
It was based on a Joker comic in Batman!
gorshin's riddler was more like the joker than romero's take
the gal is very hot! she was in star trek too! Wow!!!
Riddle me this batman and robin
most of the batman villians were fantastic, its just a shame their "assistants" were to dumb to do their job properly
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That goofball Matthew Lesko stole his suits turn The Riddler and severely cheapened them by swapping out the ❓ for lousy $ signs.
Frank Gorshin best Riddler curious as villain seldom he put his mask on?