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Caped Crusader Stars Champion Underrated Dark Knight
24 Jul
Summary
- Matthew Needham voiced the Joker in season 2.
- Val Kilmer's 1995 'Batman Forever' grossed $336 million.
- The cast selected Christian Bale, Adam West, and Robert Pattinson.
The stars of the animated series Batman: Caped Crusader have weighed in on their favorite portrayals of the Dark Knight. During a visit to EW's studio at San Diego Comic-Con on July 23, 2026, voice actors Hamish Linklater, Jamie Chung, and Matthew Needham discussed their Batman Mount Rushmore.
Matthew Needham, set to voice the Joker in season 2, nominated Val Kilmer, stating he "doesn't get enough love." Jamie Chung, who plays Harley Quinn, agreed with the choice. Kilmer starred as Batman in the 1995 film 'Batman Forever,' directed by Joel Schumacher. The film was a financial success, grossing $336 million globally, though it received mixed reviews.
The trio ultimately agreed on Christian Bale, Adam West, and Robert Pattinson for the other three spots on their Batman Mount Rushmore. Kilmer's tenure as Batman was notably short, as he was replaced by George Clooney in the subsequent film.
