We Read All the Batman Comics (So You Don't Have To!)

There are dozens of new issues of Batman hitting the stands every week. How do you know which comics to buy? We read all of the current Batman comics we could find to give you an overview of the ones you will enjoy the most. DATE: 3/10/2026 TIME: 8:00 PM EST HOST: Buddy Scalera CO-HOST: Mike Fasolo We review current DC Comics Batman titles, analyzing 2-3 issues from each series to evaluate art, writing, and overall value. Our breakdown helps readers navigate the 10-12 monthly Batman-related releases to decide which series best align with their interests. Slides on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/152742613 KEY TAKEAWAYS We evaluate the current 10-12 monthly Batman titles, noting that maintaining a complete pull list can cost more than multiple streaming services combined. Public Library Resources: Local libraries often stock monthly issues ("floppies"), graphic novels, and omnibus editions, offering a cost-effective way to stay current on Batman and Detective Comics. Artistic Innovation: We analyze Jorge Jimenez and Matt Fraction's work on Batman, specifically how they blend traditional detailed rendering with unexpected manga-influenced visual elements. Series Comparison: Our review highlights the stylistic differences between flagship Batman titles and Detective Comics to help prioritize your comic book budget. TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS 00:00 Batman Night: Current DC series overview 02:02 The cost of reading 10-12 monthly titles 05:40 Using public libraries for monthly comics 11:01 Review: Batman by Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez 12:02 Visual analysis: Mixing mainstream art and manga styles Exploring DC Comics Absolute Universe, DC's All In, and Batman Universe, including Detective Comics, Batman, Brave and the Bold, Batman and Robin, Batman Vs Robin, and Absolute Batman. SOCIAL LINKS * Comic Book School Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/comicbookschool * Deanna Destito Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/deannadestito * Mike Fasolo's Substack: https://mikefasolo.substack.com