Batman: The Killing Joke (1988) First Print
Batman: The Killing Joke is an issue of the Batman: The Killing Joke series from DC, released March 1, 1988. Written by Alan Moore with artwork by Brian Bolland. Notable appearances include Oracle, Commissioner Gordon, Joker. This page represents the regular first-print edition. Separate pages are available for the 25 incentive, retailer-exclusive and later-printing variant covers.
It's the ultimate showdown between The Joker and Batman, with Jim Gordon's life hanging in the balance! Batman races against the clock to rescue his friend from the clutches of the Joker in this intense, bracing look deep into the soul of a madman.
Key Facts
- The Joker shoots and paralyzes Barbara Gordon, she later becomes Oracle
- First printing: neon green text and $3.50 cover price
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