BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE To Include New Scenes; Will Premiere At Comic-Con

BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE To Include New Scenes; Will Premiere At Comic-Con

Batman: The Killing Joke is headed to SDCC, according to Bruce Timm. In a recent interview, Timm revealed that the film will include additional scenes that weren't in the original graphic novel...

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By Kr08 - Jan 09, 2016 11:01 PM EST
Filed Under: Batman (Animated)
Source: ComicBook.com

In a recent interview with ConTV, Bruce Timm spoke about the upcoming DC animated film Batman: The Killing Joke. The Killing Joke is a 1988 graphic novel that tells the story of the Joker's origins while tragedy befalls a member of the Bat-Family. It was announced in 2015 that DC would create an animated film version of the graphic novel and that Bruce Timm would be the Executive Producer on the project.

In the interview Timm reveals that the film will include original scenes to add enough story for a complete film. Could this mean that they added in Harley Quinn? Timm also revealed that the film will be premiering at this year's San Diego Comic-Con. What do you think about The Killing Joke having new scenes? Are you excited to see the graphic novel in animated form?

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DukeAcureds
DukeAcureds - 1/10/2016, 6:01 AM
If this was anyone else I'd be like "Noooo!!!! Arghhh!!!!"

But it's Bruce Timm.
He got this.

My bet is on HarleyQuinn being added into the mix.
Remember, Harley was inserted into a pretty faithful adaptation of both The Killing Fish and Joker's Five-Way Revenge, in her very first appearance.

I really can't wait for this.

I'm hoping they push for a small cinematic run, before releasing the film on Blu-Ray. It would most certainly make it's money back if they start taking pre-orders. Especially with BvS and Suicide Squad fresh in the minds of theatrical audiences.
DukeAcureds
DukeAcureds - 1/10/2016, 6:02 AM
*Laughing Fish. Heh.
GetsugaTensho22
GetsugaTensho22 - 1/10/2016, 7:25 AM
We need more from the Gods and Monsters universe. That movie was DC's best since Flashpoint Paradox. More of the unique, original ideas please!
PsychoticSpaceRaccoon
PsychoticSpaceRaccoon - 1/10/2016, 8:09 AM
gimme gimme
DrKinsolving
DrKinsolving - 1/10/2016, 8:12 AM
Nice, I figured that they would need to add some additional scenes. I can't wait, as long as they stay close to the source and include the key moments, I'll be happy.
EricBorder
EricBorder - 1/10/2016, 8:16 AM
I can't wait for this, I loved how they adapted The Dark Knight Returns too
LEXLUTH0R
LEXLUTH0R - 1/10/2016, 8:18 AM
Nice, The Killing Joke is such an awesome comic. I'm really looking forward to this, hopefully they stick as close to the source material as possible
Odin
Odin - 1/10/2016, 8:40 AM
I just hope that the look of animation will stay somewhat loyal to the graphic novel, don't use the same animation they used for the recent Son of Batman, Batman: Bad Blood etc.
NightBoyWonder
NightBoyWonder - 1/10/2016, 8:43 AM
It would be hard not to add any additional scenes
KnobGoblin
KnobGoblin - 1/10/2016, 8:47 AM
I'm just hoping it doesn't have that shitty anime animation style they've been using on everything post 'The Dark Knight Returns' adaptation. They should match the animation style to Brian Bolland's art style.
LordHarryLatts
LordHarryLatts - 1/10/2016, 9:18 AM
Timmay
Gjedi
Gjedi - 1/10/2016, 11:11 AM
DC animation, still the best in the bussiness.
Colorist
Colorist - 1/10/2016, 11:23 AM
I know that with certain stories that WB has adapted, they try to recapture the look of the original artwork as best they can. I wonder if they can recreate the very specific look of Brian Bolland's artwork. Also, this is most densely NOT a PG story. Will they go for a PG-13 rating?
ForcedAccount
ForcedAccount - 1/10/2016, 3:50 PM
DC making movies for adult fans. Marvel making movies for Tumblr SJWs.
Grodd87
Grodd87 - 1/10/2016, 3:54 PM
My favorite comic ever I have a full sleeve tattoo with comic stuff and the killing joke cover is the biggest part of it.
CAPTAINPINKEYE
CAPTAINPINKEYE - 1/11/2016, 1:09 PM
I’m thinking the added scenes will be action scenes. The Killing Joke is not filled with a lot of action, it’s very story driven, lots of dialog. I hope they use every line from the graphic novel.






Hope it's dark like the book.
Darkknight2149
Darkknight2149 - 1/11/2016, 4:02 PM
I'm so hyped for this! Take my money now!!!
Darkknight2149
Darkknight2149 - 1/11/2016, 4:06 PM
Add scenes...I wonder if Harley Quinn will be added, like she was in the animated episode adaptation for THE LAUGHING FISH.





http://static.comicvine.com/uploads/scale_large/0/6060/164807-18058-112800-1-detective-comics.JPG

KILLING JOKE is one of my all time favourite comics.
Darkknight2149
Darkknight2149 - 1/11/2016, 4:06 PM
CAPTAINPINKEYE
CAPTAINPINKEYE - 1/12/2016, 8:32 AM
They're adding scenes with Joker's crazy bear!
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