Bruce Timm Overcomes Initial Reluctance to Create Batman Beyond

In response to Warner Bros. Animation's demands, Timm introduces a teenage Batman in a futuristic Gotham, despite concerns over continuity and initial executive skepticism.

• Despite the initial reluctance, Bruce Timm created Batman Beyond, introducing a new teenage Batman, Terry McGinnis, mentored by an older Bruce Wayne, in response to Warner Bros. Animation's demand for a younger target audience.
• Bruce Timm's initial reaction to the pitch for a teenage Batman was one of shock and disappointment, fearing it would disrupt the continuity of the existing Batman and Superman animated series.
• The idea for Batman Beyond eventually received a green light, despite Timm's concerns over continuity and his own confidence in the concept.
• Batman Beyond, set in a futuristic Gotham, broke away from traditional narratives, exploring new themes and characters, and remains popular with a dedicated fan base.
• Warner Bros. Animation's push for a show appealing to a younger audience aimed to boost merchandise sales, but the first two episodes initially failed to impress executives.

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