If you loved
Batman and Harley Quinn
Sam Liu · Film · 2017
You loved Batman and Harley Quinn because it balances high-stakes superhero action with the unpredictable, irreverent chemistry found in unconventional team-ups.
Start with the source
The source
Batman
William Dozier · Series · 1966
Adaptation
Batman
Tim Burton · Film · 1989
Adaptation
Batman: The Animated Series
Bruce Timm · Series · 1992
Books on the same thread
Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #5)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2018
If you enjoyed the humorous, character-driven team dynamics in Batman and Harley Quinn, you will appreciate how the Supa Buddies rely on friendship to overcome villains in this graphic novel.
Batman Arkham Asylum 25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition
Grant Morrison · Book · 2014
Batman and Harley Quinn features intense encounters with classic rogues, and this dark, psychological exploration of the asylum provides a deeper, grittier look at the villains you saw onscreen.
Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #6), 6
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2021
Similar to the way Harley Quinn finds herself caught in a chaotic situation in Batman and Harley Quinn, this story highlights the necessity of loyalty when a hero is wrongly accused.
The Starless Crown
James Rollins · Book · 2022
The reluctant alliance that drives Batman and Harley Quinn is mirrored here, as a group of individuals must form a dangerous partnership to prevent a looming global catastrophe.
Series on the same thread
Batman: The Brave and the Bold
James Tucker · Series · 2008
Batman and Harley Quinn excels at showcasing the Caped Crusader working alongside various allies, and this series continues that tradition by pairing him with a rotating cast of unique heroes.
Batman Beyond
Series · 1999
Just as Batman and Harley Quinn explores the evolution of established DC characters, this series focuses on the complex mentorship and legacy forged between an aging Bruce Wayne and Terry McGinnis.
The New Batman Adventures
Series · 1997
If you appreciated the classic animated action style of Batman and Harley Quinn, you will enjoy this series for its focus on team-based vigilantism and iconic DC character dynamics.
Titans
Geoff Johns · Series · 2018
Batman and Harley Quinn highlights the importance of the Nightwing and Batman partnership, which is explored further here as Nightwing leads a new generation of heroes to combat evil.
Podcasts on the same thread
Crime in Sports
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
The blend of dark subject matter and humor that makes Batman and Harley Quinn entertaining is central to this podcast, which finds comedy in the bizarre failures of professional athletes.
Morbid
Ash Kelley & Alaina Urquhart · Podcast · 2026
Much like the irreverent tone found in Batman and Harley Quinn, this podcast pairs serious investigation with a dash of comedy to explore macabre history and true crime stories.
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Common questions
Is Batman and Harley Quinn considered part of the same continuity as Batman: The Animated Series?
Batman and Harley Quinn features a distinct animation style and tone, though it utilizes the same core characters established in Batman: The Animated Series. It functions as a standalone feature film directed by Sam Liu rather than a direct continuation of the 1992 television series.
Does Batman and Harley Quinn feature the same version of the Joker seen in Batman 1989?
No. Batman and Harley Quinn features a unique iteration of the character developed for this specific 2017 film. The Joker depicted in the 1989 Batman film was portrayed by Jack Nicholson and is not connected to the plot or characterization found in the Sam Liu production.
What is the primary plot of Batman and Harley Quinn?
In Batman and Harley Quinn, Batman and Nightwing must reluctantly partner with Harley Quinn. The trio attempts to stop a global threat initiated by Poison Ivy and the Floronic Man, Jason Woodrue. This dynamic serves as the central conflict driving the narrative of the 2017 movie.
How does the tone of Batman and Harley Quinn compare to the 1966 Batman series?
Batman and Harley Quinn presents a modern animated take on the characters, whereas the 1966 Batman television series is known for its campy live-action style. They represent different eras and interpretations of the franchise, with the 2017 film focusing on a specific mission involving Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy.