Batman: The Animated Series season 1 episode 14 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Temple Fugate, an efficiency expert, loses a crucial court case due to a change in his routine, advised by Counselor Hill. Blaming Hill for his misfortune, Fugate, now a villain, causes chaos in Gotham's traffic system and kidnaps Hill, intending to kill him with a clock mechanism at 3:15. Batman investigates, battles Fugate, and rescues Hill, but Fugate escapes, hinting at his possible return.
Full Episode S01E14 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Temple Fugate?
Temple Fugate is an efficiency expert involved in a court case.
What advice does Counselor Hill give to Fugate?
Hill advises Fugate to relax and change his routine, such as taking his coffee break at a different time.
What is the result of Fugate's court hearing?
Fugate loses the court case, resulting in a $20 million judgment against his company.
How does Bruce Wayne get involved in the story?
Bruce Wayne, as Batman, investigates the traffic chaos in Gotham caused by Fugate.
What does Batman discover about Fugate's plans?
Batman learns that Fugate sabotaged Gotham's traffic and planned a heist at Gotham Mutual's main branch.
How does Fugate trap Batman?
Fugate traps Batman in a room where he removes all the oxygen.
What threat does Mayor Hill face from Fugate?
Fugate kidnaps Mayor Hill and plans to kill him at 3:15 by crushing him with clock hands.
How does Batman save Mayor Hill?
Batman escapes the trap and fights Fugate, ultimately saving Mayor Hill.
Does Fugate get caught in the end?
No, Fugate escapes after the confrontation with Batman.
What is the significance of 3:15 in the episode?
3:15 is the time Fugate was advised to take his coffee break, leading to his court hearing disaster. It's also the time he plans to kill Mayor Hill.