Batman: The Animated Series season 1 episode 26 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Bruce Wayne wakes up disoriented, finding himself in an alternate reality where his parents are alive, and he's engaged to Selina Kyle. Confused, he insists he's Batman, but his beliefs are dismissed as delusions. Encountering the Mad Hatter, Bruce realizes he's trapped in a dream world. Rejecting this false reality, he escapes by leaping from a tower, awakening from the Mad Hatter's dream machine, and pondering the nature of dreams and reality.
Full Episode S01E26 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Bruce Wayne wake up in the beginning?
Confused and disoriented, unsure of how he got home.
Who is Alfred to Bruce Wayne?
Alfred is Bruce Wayne's butler.
What is Bruce Wayne's relationship with Selina Kyle in the dream?
They are engaged to be married.
Does Bruce believe he is Batman in the dream?
Yes, he struggles with his identity, believing he is Batman.
Who does Bruce consult about his identity crisis?
He consults Leslie, a doctor he trusts.
What is Leslie's diagnosis of Bruce's condition?
She suggests it's a dissociative delusion due to a lack of personal achievements.
How does Bruce realize he is in a dream?
He suspects it after a conversation with his father and noticing inconsistencies.
Who is the main antagonist in Bruce's dream?
The Mad Hatter.
What is the purpose of the Mad Hatter's dream world?
To create an ideal world for Bruce.
How does Bruce react to the dream world?
He rejects it, desiring to return to reality.
How does Bruce attempt to escape the dream?
By jumping from a tower.
What happens when Bruce jumps from the tower?
He wakes up from the Mad Hatter's dream machine.
What is Bruce's conclusion about the dream?
He reflects on the nature of dreams and their relation to reality.
What role do Bruce's parents play in the dream?
They are alive and interact with him, contrary to his real life.
What does the Mad Hatter use to control the dream?
A mind-control apparatus.