'Merry Little Batman' Presents a New Take on the Dark Knight as a Father

The animated holiday special explores Batman's approach to parenthood and introduces a unique visual style inspired by Ronald Searle's drawings.

Prime Video's new holiday-themed animated TV special, 'Merry Little Batman,' presents a unique take on the Dark Knight, focusing on Batman as a father raising his son, Damian.
The story explores Batman's approach to parenthood, influenced by his own harsh childhood, and depicts his son Damian as a young boy caught between good and evil.
The animation style of 'Merry Little Batman' is inspired by the sketchy drawings of late satirical cartoonist Ronald Searle, adding a unique visual element to the film.
The film also includes a unique spin on Batman's archnemesis, the Joker, who is portrayed as a petulant child throwing tantrums.
The film is part of a new chapter in the Batman universe, with a spinoff series, 'Bat-Family,' also in the works.