"Batman" is a "drama"???? - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Dr. Thong · 10-03-2005, 07:42 PM

I guess in keeping with the camp theme of the show, this show is listed on these boards as a "drama." While not a sitcom by definition, it's hardly a "drama."

Even "dramedy" is kind of a stretch.

"Holy defying categorization, Batman!!"

megamanj2004 · 10-07-2005, 01:43 PM

I'd have to say that Batman is a combination of both sitcom and action, I couldn't really call it a drama. It's more the action show w/ elements of sitcom in it. Now the short-lived offspring, Green Hornet is more towards drama almost, b/c whereas Batman was more the light-hearted action show, Green Hornet took place in a more darker-toned atmosphere.

So both Batman and Green Hornet are more like action shows than anything.

Dr. Thong · 10-07-2005, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by megamanj2004

I'd have to say that Batman is a combination of both sitcom and action, I couldn't really call it a drama. It's more the action show w/ elements of sitcom in it. Now the short-lived offspring, Green Hornet is more towards drama almost, b/c whereas Batman was more the light-hearted action show, Green Hornet took place in a more darker-toned atmosphere.

So both Batman and Green Hornet are more like action shows than anything.

I never got to see The Green Hornet, so I'll take your word for it. Kevin Smith was supposed to write and direct a movie version, but it was sidelined. My exposure to the character is the two-parter episode of Batman where they guest-starred.

Mysty Eyes · 10-10-2005, 04:04 PM

I agree with you. I never, for one second of the time that I watched the show, thought of this show as anything but comedy. Spoof all the way.

The players never took it seriously, either; it wasn't intended to be serious. Camp, pure and simple.

I was a kid when this show ran. I enjoyed the fun of it. As an adult, I can enjoy it for all of the inuendo it holds as well.

Very tongue-in-cheek.

tv star collector · 10-30-2005, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Thong

I guess in keeping with the camp theme of the show, this show is listed on these boards as a "drama." While not a sitcom by definition, it's hardly a "drama."

Even "dramedy" is kind of a stretch.

"Holy defying categorization, Batman!!"

Producer William Dozier himself called BATMAN a "comedy." Still (and I know I
am in a minority), I have to confess I prefer the lighter approach to the Caped
Crusader to the Dark Knight of today. Some shows are hard to label. What is
THE DUKES OF HAZZARD? It's too silly to be taken seriously, but it's not really
a sit-com, either. I'd label both shows "comedy-adventure."

Dr. Thong · 10-30-2005, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by tv star collector

Producer William Dozier himself called BATMAN a "comedy." Still (and I know I
am in a minority), I have to confess I prefer the lighter approach to the Caped
Crusader to the Dark Knight of today. Some shows are hard to label. What is
THE DUKES OF HAZZARD? It's too silly to be taken seriously, but it's not really
a sit-com, either. I'd label both shows "comedy-adventure."

I would say it's more along the lines of satire. Not a traditional sit-com, but a comedic-themed adventure series. And I hate the word "dramedy"...it sounds like some pill you take for motion sickness.

megamanj2004 · 10-31-2005, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by tv star collector

Producer William Dozier himself called BATMAN a "comedy." Still (and I know I
am in a minority), I have to confess I prefer the lighter approach to the Caped
Crusader to the Dark Knight of today. Some shows are hard to label. What is
THE DUKES OF HAZZARD? It's too silly to be taken seriously, but it's not really
a sit-com, either. I'd label both shows "comedy-adventure."

What about the Green Hornet? Since that show was made after the success of Batman's S1 and the fact that that latter show usually took on more of a dark atmosphere, would GH also be a comic-venture, too?

tv star collector · 10-31-2005, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by megamanj2004

What about the Green Hornet? Since that show was made after the success of Batman's S1 and the fact that that latter show usually took on more of a dark atmosphere, would GH also be a comic-venture, too?

I couldn't say, because I never watched THE GREEN HORNET (except for the
crossover episode of BATMAN). But from what I gather (from what I have
heard), GH was more of a straight adventure series.

comedyfreak · 12-29-2005, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by megamanj2004

What about the Green Hornet? Since that show was made after the success of Batman's S1 and the fact that that latter show usually took on more of a dark atmosphere, would GH also be a comic-venture, too?

First off I'd like to mention that, I'd consider Batman a Fantasy Adventure series. I have a T.V. book which lists Batman as fantasy.

To answer your question, I have a copy of Green Hornet the complete series. It's more serious in tone than Batman. It's about Newspaper publisher Brit Reed, who solves crimes as the Green Hornet and he has a sidekick Kato.

10-03-2005, 07:42 PM	#1
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megamanj2004 Member Senior Member Join Date: Dec 21, 2004 Posts: 2,361	I'd have to say that Batman is a combination of both sitcom and action, I couldn't really call it a drama. It's more the action show w/ elements of sitcom in it. Now the short-lived offspring, Green Hornet is more towards drama almost, b/c whereas Batman was more the light-hearted action show, Green Hornet took place in a more darker-toned atmosphere. So both Batman and Green Hornet are more like action shows than anything.
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10-10-2005, 04:04 PM	#4
Mysty Eyes Dreaming... Senior Member Join Date: Feb 04, 2002 Location: Los Angeles area Posts: 1,144	I agree with you. I never, for one second of the time that I watched the show, thought of this show as anything but comedy. Spoof all the way. The players never took it seriously, either; it wasn't intended to be serious. Camp, pure and simple. I was a kid when this show ran. I enjoyed the fun of it. As an adult, I can enjoy it for all of the inuendo it holds as well. Very tongue-in-cheek.