Batman’s story goes beyond swinging from rooftops or solving crimes for nearly 85 years. From early comic panels to his silver screen appearances, Bruce Wayne has a lifetime of moments that shaped him into Gotham’s Dark Knight and one of the greatest superheroes of all time. Here are the key moments that defined him, and how each left its mark. From least to most iconic, let’s dive in.
#24: First Appearance – Detective Comics #27 (1939)
It all started in 1939. Batman showed up for the first time in Detective Comics #27, a shadowy figure in a dark city. The costume was simple but striking, all black with a bat emblem across the chest. Even in these early pages, he handled criminals with a mix of brains and brawn. This introduction set the tone for the character, letting readers know he would be serious, clever, and ready to take on Gotham’s underworld.
