Gotham
Dark origin story of Gotham City's heroes
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Released: 2014
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 5 Seasons Available (100 Episodes)
Cast
Bruno Heller, Ben McKenzie, Donal Logue, Sean Pertwee, Robin Taylor, Erin Richards, David Mazouz, Camren Bicondova, Cory Smith, Jada Smith, Robin Lord Taylor, Zabryna Guevara, Victoria Cartagena, Andrew Stewart-Jones, Jada Pinkett Smith, Morena Baccarin, James Frain, Nicholas D'Agosto, Michael Chiklis, Maggie Geha, Benedict Samuel, Cory Michael Smith, Jessica Lucas, Chris Chalk, Drew Powell, Crystal Reed, Alexander Siddig, Ben McKenzie, Donal Logue, Sean Pertwee, Erin Richards, David Mazouz, Camren Bicondova
Gotham (2014)
About Gotham
The American television series "Gotham," which aired from 2014 to 2019, centers around characters from the Batman franchise. The series offers an original take on James Gordon's early days with the Gotham City Police Department, long before he became Commissioner Gordon. The narrative explores the twisted characters who would go on to be Gotham City's most notorious villains.
Making / Production
"Gotham" comes from the creative mind of Bruno Heller, produced by Warner Bros. Television and based on characters published by DC Comics. The series was shot in New York and presents a detailed, atmospheric portrayal of Gotham City. The production design contributed significantly to the series's unique tone and style.
Actors
- Ben McKenzie portrays James Gordon, delivering an earnest and determined performance as the future commissioner in his early career.
- Donal Logue plays the character of Harvey Bullock, infusing his role with a roguish charm.
- Robin Lord Taylor provides a strikingly eccentric take on the character of Oswald Cobblepot / Penguin.
- Cory Michael Smith exhibits both understated subtlety and wild flamboyance in his portrayal of Edward Nygma / The Riddler.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The first season of Gotham was Fox's highest-rated fall debut in 14 years.
- Most of the series was shot in New York City, lending an authentic city-scape to the backdrop of the story.
Quotes
- James Gordon: "However dark and scary the world might be right now, there will be light."
- Oswald Cobblepot: "I'm not sick. I'm free."
- Edward Nygma: "I'm the Riddler."
Music / Soundtrack
- Composed by Graeme Revell and David E. Russo, the soundtrack of "Gotham" creates an eerie, suspense-filled ambiance.
- Tracks like "The Riddle's Theme" and "Penguin's Umbrella" perfectly encapsulate the character's personalities.
Awards
"Gotham" was nominated for numerous awards during its tenure, including Best Superhero Adaptation Television Series at the Saturn Awards in 2020. It also gained recognition in technical fields for its outstanding production design and visual effects.
About Gotham
Gotham reveals the backstory of Batman and the villains from his city, focusing primarily on young detective Jim Gordon.
