As one of the world’s most popular superheroes, Batman is no stranger to the media. He’s appeared in everything from comic books and video games to movies and TV shows. And one of the best Batman-based live-action TV shows is Gotham. Premiering in 2014, Gotham is a prequel series that follows a pre-mustache Jim Gordon (Ben McKenzie) and a young Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz) after his parents’ murders, as the former attempts to keep Gotham City safe from the villains who are tearing it apart. Sure, Gotham has its flaws. Like many network TV shows, it occasionally suffers from corny acting, poor visual effects, and cringe-worthy dialogue. But Gotham does succeed in being dark and violent while keeping things light and fluffy when needed.