Well, as live action goes - Michael Keaton is the closest to be the true Bruce Wayne/Batman. However, you should not let yourself be blinded by saying "the best Bruce Wayne there will ever be" - you never know what happens in the future. You should try to be openminded about it, my friend. And I'm saying this as a fan of Michael Keaton.
i had this figure as a kid as well.....now that I'm grown, what was I THINKING!?? lol.....no but seriously, this figure was horrible....5 points of articulation?!?!?...u couldnt even make him do the signature poses smh lol....and I though I was alone on this one cuz most of my friends think Christian Bale is the best Batman when I say Michael Keaton is the best....anyone got any idea when a fully posable Keaton Batman will be released?
I dont care.. this was one of my favorite batman action figure. however it would be nice if they did provide a new figure for keaton. perhaps we should petition for one
I played with this figure forever. It was awesome. Like a few others have said, I didn't like the batarang in the glove. I had the Penguin figure as well, it was alright even though it was a repaint of a previous Penguin they had released years ago.
for 1992 I can see it being a best seller at that time...as a kid your not thinking of pitty little details...your just like "awesome he can change from bruce wayne to Batman!"
@zombieboy5218 i dont know how everyone is getting the idea that i dont like this figure. i did mention once or twice that it was early kenner and that most early kenner ffigures wernt all spectacular. but hey, it was early 90's. I use to have this figure when it first came out. Its just been soo long sice i've seen it and i soo badly want a michael keaton batman figure, and it just doesnt cut it for me. so thats all i was getting at. I did and still do appreciate it though.
@EbayFigureReviews777 the only thing i didnt like about the figure was that the batarang was stuck in his hand and you cant take it out.i will admit that there was alot of bullshit that kenner released like all the different kinds of batman that were just silly.but they are the ones that had the super powers line which to this day is still one of my favorite toy lines.i'm actually trying to re-build my super powers collection.
There are a lot of flaws for this figure but it's still pretty cool back then. Bruce Wayne head sculpt that is recognizable as Michael Keaton. And the costume in black and not any other color.
I agree, Michael Keaton IS Batman. We had that same toy as a kid, but most of the batman suit things are lost but the actual Bruce Wayne part is still around and in fairly good shape all things considered.
I had this figure when I was 3 or 4. Unfortunately, between my own play and my baby sister, the paint on Bruce's chest was scratched away, and I lost or broke all the attached pieces. Still got a lot of playtime for years afterward with that Bruce, though.
they should totally make a movie masters michael keaton batman cause i totally agree with you that he is the best batman and he deserves a six inch movie masters figure
I don't know if I was dreaming, but did they make a Selena Kyle / Catwoman version of this?? I had two of these when I was a kid and was never convinced.... The costume pieces kept breaking on me. It was pretty terrible.
Michael Keaton really was the BEST Batman hands down, It's a shame he never continued as the character but the original 1989 Batman movie will always be my favorite, I grew up with it, and was a big part of my childhood. Every time I watch it, it gets better and better, but I can't say that with Batman Returns, wasn't as good nor as memorable as both Keaton's and Nicholson's performance in 1989. Simply awesome, regardless of it's popularity and criticism.
I agree, Micheal Keaton is the best Batman and they would make a new Micheal Keaton Batman figure! Sadly, I doubt that they ever will since its all about the 2nd best Batman these days: Christian Bale.
Don't loose hope my friend. 2009 was a great year of companies releasing great classic stuff like Mattels Ghostbusters, 25th anniversary Turtles,Neca Terminator 2 figures.Movie Maniacs Robocop even a Back to the Future delorian came out. and of course the several HW batmobiles. and I imagine if they keep bringing out batmobiles of the 1989 movie, it's only a matter of time before someone tries to do some figures. I got my fingers crossed.
@cannibal151 Not sure if you guys read the news. Hot Toys will be making figures based on the 1989 Batman film. I would say there's a good chance for a Batman Returns series too.
the main song playing thruought most of the review is simply the 1989 Batman movie theme. i am shocked if you didnt know that! so I hope you are asking about the end. which is a track from the SNES Batman Returns game "meeting selina kyle"
I had this same figure when I was a kid. I have no idea what happened to it. When I was younger this was definitely my favorite Batman figure out of my entire collection. As a kid, I thought it was pretty neat to remove his costume, although I do remember it was quite difficult to play with this figure because the gloves or boot covers would slide off easily and the belt that would hold the body armor wouldn't snap together right.
i got one that you should review you should review the Blight action figure from Batman Beyond Blight was awesome i always wanted one when i was a kid but could never find one in any store
Personally I don't think this figure was bad at all for it's time, period. Comparing anything from the present to the past is like casting Keaton now rather Bale and expecting him to keep up with his age.
Around this time, other toy companies wer starting to include knee and/or elbow articulation (toybiz and dc) kenner,mattel,playmates wer a little behind articulation wise. and I still belive keaton could be Batman and keep up. (he would just need alot of stunt doubles) lol. I have alot of respect for Keaton. I just watched "Multiplicity" for like the 5th time. and in that movie he has to play 4 people "himself" he is just SUCH a great actor, and i would LOVE to get his autograph somehow/someday.
I still have essentially the same figure, but it's from the 1990 "The Dark Knight Collection" line. This appears to be an identical reissue for the "Batman Returns" movie.
It may look a little goofy to 21st Century adult eyes, but I still think he's cool. It remains one of my all-time favorite action figures.
As for the Keaton/Bale, Burton/Nolan arguments, I like both about equally, though I slightly prefer Keaton's Bruce Wayne/Batman.
Man! This brings me back. I forgot what the paint on his chest looked like. Mine faded. I still have this figure from when I was younger but all his accessories and costume pieces are gone. It's just Bruce Wayne. lol
Man! I'm liking you more and more with your opinions. I too am a Keaton fan.
Finally! a keaton fan! I agree bro Keaton was the best Batman, i dont think that there will ever be a better bat. Im tired of all this bale hype, bale played a lame ass bat. Keaton for Batman!
I couldnt agree more. I really dont see why people like bale soo much. and I especially dont like the current batmobile. it looks like it was made in a junk yard. lol
I agree Michael Keaton was the best batman voice from the whole series of movies and had one of the most awesome darker costumes. I was not too affond of Keaton when he acted like bruce wayne. I rather have Christian Bale do the acting for Bruce Wayne and Michael Keaton should do the acting for Batman. ^_^
The only reason I can see why people would say bale is a better bruce wayne instead of micheal keaton is because Bale had alot more screen time as wayne. a very good majority of batman begins, you see him as a bruce wayne, where as keaton had more time as batman and less as wayne. Im sure if Keaton had done batman begins (as a younger keaton of course) I think people would think differently of keaton as wayne. I still like keaton best as wayne and batman though.
LOL, I almost bought one not too long ago. but sure =) , that sounds like a fun idea for a review =) I'll see if I can get a good deal on one next payday. uhmm remind me in a week though in case I forget ok?
good review as usual, but god that figure is hideous! When I was a kid I only got the batman comic line figures and some from the cartoon. BTW I agree that Keaton is the best although I also love Kilmer. Bale was just terrible
I like Batman......end of story. I dont care who portrays him in a movie I like the character. So if it's Bale or Keaton or Cloney or whoever as long as the toy is made im happy. Which makes me wonder which has been the best batman toy you have seen mr. Ebay? For me it dosent get better than the Dc Universe Batman made a little while ago.
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biggreenmonster123 1 month ago
Tshis batman looks like an ass burger
MoronHunterD 1 month ago
Keaton is and always will be movie Batman!
Loved this figure as a child, I thought it looked exactly like Michael Keaton!
djkrueger6 4 months ago
Well, as live action goes - Michael Keaton is the closest to be the true Bruce Wayne/Batman. However, you should not let yourself be blinded by saying "the best Bruce Wayne there will ever be" - you never know what happens in the future. You should try to be openminded about it, my friend. And I'm saying this as a fan of Michael Keaton.
kurvos 5 months ago
i had this figure as a kid as well.....now that I'm grown, what was I THINKING!?? lol.....no but seriously, this figure was horrible....5 points of articulation?!?!?...u couldnt even make him do the signature poses smh lol....and I though I was alone on this one cuz most of my friends think Christian Bale is the best Batman when I say Michael Keaton is the best....anyone got any idea when a fully posable Keaton Batman will be released?
stlallstar 5 months ago
Are you ever going to do any more reviews?
If so do another Kenner Batman figure those things where awesome.
flakelorenz02 5 months ago
@flakelorenz02 I would have never stopped if money wer not an issue.
EbayFigureReviews777 5 months ago
I dont care.. this was one of my favorite batman action figure. however it would be nice if they did provide a new figure for keaton. perhaps we should petition for one
wuchicdo 6 months ago
@wuchicdo Hot toys now has the license for Jack Nicholson as Joker. A Michael Keaton Batman will sure likely follow.
EbayFigureReviews777 6 months ago
@EbayFigureReviews777 really?! where can I can find it!
wuchicdo 6 months ago
@wuchicdo no release date has been set yet. The rights to make a Joker was announced in late 2010 though. So hopefully a date will come soon
EbayFigureReviews777 6 months ago
Can anyone tell me where to get this?
Help would be very much appreciated.
abisivepoo 6 months ago
I love this figure. I bought it at Vintage stock.
Harri927 7 months ago
I played with this figure forever. It was awesome. Like a few others have said, I didn't like the batarang in the glove. I had the Penguin figure as well, it was alright even though it was a repaint of a previous Penguin they had released years ago.
Rydawg327 7 months ago
use to have
Ven0m1985 9 months ago
for 1992 I can see it being a best seller at that time...as a kid your not thinking of pitty little details...your just like "awesome he can change from bruce wayne to Batman!"
MattakaMouse 9 months ago
I agree Keaton was the best. The 1989 film was the best ever!
TheY2kstudios 10 months ago
michael keaton=batman
i dont give a fuck about his height or his phisyque
spiderlolo100 10 months ago
Michael Keaton is Batman!
mk1212wq 10 months ago
remember this was 1992.for what it is i think its a great figure.i still have this figure and have had it since it was first released.
zombieboy5218 11 months ago
@zombieboy5218 i dont know how everyone is getting the idea that i dont like this figure. i did mention once or twice that it was early kenner and that most early kenner ffigures wernt all spectacular. but hey, it was early 90's. I use to have this figure when it first came out. Its just been soo long sice i've seen it and i soo badly want a michael keaton batman figure, and it just doesnt cut it for me. so thats all i was getting at. I did and still do appreciate it though.
EbayFigureReviews777 11 months ago
@EbayFigureReviews777 the only thing i didnt like about the figure was that the batarang was stuck in his hand and you cant take it out.i will admit that there was alot of bullshit that kenner released like all the different kinds of batman that were just silly.but they are the ones that had the super powers line which to this day is still one of my favorite toy lines.i'm actually trying to re-build my super powers collection.
zombieboy5218 11 months ago
Your talking smack on a 20 year old figure.... wow Is your review based on todays standards?
JuOn666 11 months ago
this reviewer is a pile of crap! that toy was awesome!
jclewis 11 months ago
There are a lot of flaws for this figure but it's still pretty cool back then. Bruce Wayne head sculpt that is recognizable as Michael Keaton. And the costume in black and not any other color.
yauyuso 1 year ago
I love Keaton but my favorite is still Adam West. I love him. Bale needs to get check for throat cancer.
2007RNC 1 year ago
@2007RNC WHAT? ADAM WEST? SERIOUSLY?
spiderlolo100 10 months ago
i think this action figure is fuckin awesome just dont put the boots on and he looks pretty kool. This dude complains about everything
pryt86 1 year ago
He says its early kenner, its not like kenner was around that much longer... genius..
commentmutant 1 year ago
I agree, Michael Keaton IS Batman. We had that same toy as a kid, but most of the batman suit things are lost but the actual Bruce Wayne part is still around and in fairly good shape all things considered.
woollybully100 1 year ago
iv always wanted this one when i was a kid
narutocaprirequest2 1 year ago
This looks like a little kid dressed up as batman for Halloween. Still I like it. (I own it as well)
THEDARKKNlGHT1939 1 year ago
itll be cool if u could get them type of accesories for a action man or some thing..can u?
MrK4MR4N01 1 year ago
I had this figure when I was 3 or 4. Unfortunately, between my own play and my baby sister, the paint on Bruce's chest was scratched away, and I lost or broke all the attached pieces. Still got a lot of playtime for years afterward with that Bruce, though.
TheTigerwolf55 1 year ago
they should totally make a movie masters michael keaton batman cause i totally agree with you that he is the best batman and he deserves a six inch movie masters figure
doctorchris63 1 year ago
Best Batman. Not best face for Bruce.
mp4440 1 year ago
I had this one
blizzardballz 1 year ago
I really like WWE and batman can you please do videos soon and check mine out?
mp4440 1 year ago
sweet i had an original....too bad i chewd the shit out of it when i was 3 lol...
Garkleck 1 year ago
You got this classic '92' figure in the box for 6.95? Wow , you got a lucky break.
jayce79 1 year ago
i hated chris bale in terminator (the main reason i hated tht movie) but in my opinion he is the best batman
TGJProductions1 1 year ago
Wow, I have that exact same figure at home in the box! I love the beginning to this video! You are awesome Dude!
MrHalt 1 year ago
Kevin Conroy is the best BATMAN!!!!
spiderskater3 1 year ago
My brother had this toy.
SifuPanther 1 year ago
I don't know if I was dreaming, but did they make a Selena Kyle / Catwoman version of this?? I had two of these when I was a kid and was never convinced.... The costume pieces kept breaking on me. It was pretty terrible.
tlakebandgeek 1 year ago
One of my favorite toys as a kid,
9r9t3 1 year ago
I think this figure is pretty good actually.
dsfdfhy 1 year ago
Michael Keaton really was the BEST Batman hands down, It's a shame he never continued as the character but the original 1989 Batman movie will always be my favorite, I grew up with it, and was a big part of my childhood. Every time I watch it, it gets better and better, but I can't say that with Batman Returns, wasn't as good nor as memorable as both Keaton's and Nicholson's performance in 1989. Simply awesome, regardless of it's popularity and criticism.
Smokeresu 1 year ago
hhaha i had this same figure when i was a kid :D
AustinPasta 1 year ago
its a fuckin toy guy
06009626 1 year ago
I used to get spider man figures like this and one the mask ripped!!!
Legounderdog4562 1 year ago
id buy it lol =]
TheKillerComicz 1 year ago
IGN was talking about the 12 inch version I believe.
fiondajhotmailcom 1 year ago
no. the article showed this figure and description. google it.
EbayFigureReviews777 1 year ago
@EbayFigureReviews777 In That case IGN is shown to be even more daft.
fiondajhotmailcom 1 year ago
@EbayFigureReviews777
How do you get him out of the box without tearing the card?
SavageBroadcast 1 year ago
IGN giving inflated reviews?! No way...
PersonalJesus348 1 year ago
Micheal Keaton's look+Kevin Conroy's Voice=best batman ever
narutoboy073 1 year ago
wth is kevin conroy?
commentmutant 1 year ago
its the voice of the animated batman
or as i believe, the voice of the best batman
narutoboy073 1 year ago
yeah he did sound stern and serious as fuck.
commentmutant 1 year ago
OH Yeah !!!!!!
PhantomJerad 1 year ago
i would choose keaton and cloony but the rest not that muc!
wwe619cenationrvd 1 year ago
your not a true fan, any true fan turns their head away from the clooney batman. silver nipples???
commentmutant 1 year ago
Lol, I had this when I was younger... and I gotta admit that is my fav Batman toy.
drftndunks 2 years ago
I have this figure in package !!!! and is one of my favorities toys all the time
hal2814 2 years ago
I agree, Micheal Keaton is the best Batman and they would make a new Micheal Keaton Batman figure! Sadly, I doubt that they ever will since its all about the 2nd best Batman these days: Christian Bale.
cannibal151 2 years ago 11
Don't loose hope my friend. 2009 was a great year of companies releasing great classic stuff like Mattels Ghostbusters, 25th anniversary Turtles,Neca Terminator 2 figures.Movie Maniacs Robocop even a Back to the Future delorian came out. and of course the several HW batmobiles. and I imagine if they keep bringing out batmobiles of the 1989 movie, it's only a matter of time before someone tries to do some figures. I got my fingers crossed.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
that would be great!
cameronlarkin504 2 years ago
hey i should upload a video of my collection of 1980s and early 1990s batman figures and vehicles. would you view it and tell me what you think.
commentmutant 1 year ago
and yes all these re-releases are great!!!
commentmutant 1 year ago
@cannibal151 Not sure if you guys read the news. Hot Toys will be making figures based on the 1989 Batman film. I would say there's a good chance for a Batman Returns series too.
yauyuso 1 year ago
@cannibal151 LOL Second best? Ha.... good one.
kurvos 5 months ago
whats the name of the track?
SKODWARDERANGERMAN34 2 years ago
the main song playing thruought most of the review is simply the 1989 Batman movie theme. i am shocked if you didnt know that! so I hope you are asking about the end. which is a track from the SNES Batman Returns game "meeting selina kyle"
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
kenner figures ARE ACTING LIKE A LEGO MINIFIG ARTICILATION!
SKODWARDERANGERMAN34 2 years ago
They have something like this today. Its called Ninja batman to Bruce Wayne. But its just the suit. Have you seen it?
KATANANINJA 2 years ago 3
I had this same figure when I was a kid. I have no idea what happened to it. When I was younger this was definitely my favorite Batman figure out of my entire collection. As a kid, I thought it was pretty neat to remove his costume, although I do remember it was quite difficult to play with this figure because the gloves or boot covers would slide off easily and the belt that would hold the body armor wouldn't snap together right.
MadMeddle 2 years ago
I always wanted this figure but I don't have it yet!!! Great review!
carlopontevolpe 2 years ago
I remember I had this when I was a kid, I loved it but I lost all the pieces lol.
rcw0388 2 years ago
I got two really cool batman returns figures off ebay: the thunderwhip batman and the catwomen figure
dsfdfhy 2 years ago
i got one that you should review you should review the Blight action figure from Batman Beyond Blight was awesome i always wanted one when i was a kid but could never find one in any store
LMxRagnorokx 2 years ago
Sorry, but I refuse to collect anything batman beyond.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
WHY
theghost557 2 years ago
because I dont like it. I only enjoyed Micheal keaton batman and the early batman animated series.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
WHY IS IT OUT OF THE BOX?!?!?!?!?!
axelasdf 2 years ago
because they are still cheap to buy, and it wouldnt be a review otherwise.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
Personally I don't think this figure was bad at all for it's time, period. Comparing anything from the present to the past is like casting Keaton now rather Bale and expecting him to keep up with his age.
jokerface 2 years ago
Around this time, other toy companies wer starting to include knee and/or elbow articulation (toybiz and dc) kenner,mattel,playmates wer a little behind articulation wise. and I still belive keaton could be Batman and keep up. (he would just need alot of stunt doubles) lol. I have alot of respect for Keaton. I just watched "Multiplicity" for like the 5th time. and in that movie he has to play 4 people "himself" he is just SUCH a great actor, and i would LOVE to get his autograph somehow/someday.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
Hasbro was already making more articulated figures with GI Joe for most of the '80s so it is a bit odd Kenner couldn't make the knees or arms bend.
shuboy05 2 years ago
can you make more wwe figure reviews
butyclap123 2 years ago
Big bossman review coming early next month. I finally received it.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
Totally agree ...When Keaton was gone in Batman 3... I was like ahhh mennn.
Wrestlelesson 2 years ago
I still have essentially the same figure, but it's from the 1990 "The Dark Knight Collection" line. This appears to be an identical reissue for the "Batman Returns" movie.
It may look a little goofy to 21st Century adult eyes, but I still think he's cool. It remains one of my all-time favorite action figures.
As for the Keaton/Bale, Burton/Nolan arguments, I like both about equally, though I slightly prefer Keaton's Bruce Wayne/Batman.
Skull10 2 years ago
In spite of how bad this figure looked for some reason it still was my favorite. Man good ole days.
KingsofComedy 2 years ago
Man! This brings me back. I forgot what the paint on his chest looked like. Mine faded. I still have this figure from when I was younger but all his accessories and costume pieces are gone. It's just Bruce Wayne. lol
Man! I'm liking you more and more with your opinions. I too am a Keaton fan.
davidakhoa 2 years ago
Finally! a keaton fan! I agree bro Keaton was the best Batman, i dont think that there will ever be a better bat. Im tired of all this bale hype, bale played a lame ass bat. Keaton for Batman!
Triumph66ER 2 years ago
I couldnt agree more. I really dont see why people like bale soo much. and I especially dont like the current batmobile. it looks like it was made in a junk yard. lol
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
I agree Michael Keaton was the best batman voice from the whole series of movies and had one of the most awesome darker costumes. I was not too affond of Keaton when he acted like bruce wayne. I rather have Christian Bale do the acting for Bruce Wayne and Michael Keaton should do the acting for Batman. ^_^
auntfasha1 2 years ago
The only reason I can see why people would say bale is a better bruce wayne instead of micheal keaton is because Bale had alot more screen time as wayne. a very good majority of batman begins, you see him as a bruce wayne, where as keaton had more time as batman and less as wayne. Im sure if Keaton had done batman begins (as a younger keaton of course) I think people would think differently of keaton as wayne. I still like keaton best as wayne and batman though.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
I like the fact that the walkie talkie is the size of his head.
Thearmgame 2 years ago
can you get jeff hardy with face paint
yoshimoto5o 2 years ago
I despise jeff hardy. thanks for the irrelavant comment.
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
your welcome
yoshimoto5o 2 years ago
I had this figure when I was 11 years old. I used to use it just as a "bruce wayne" figure only.
adamxbeck 2 years ago
Haha his gloves look like those toy boxing gloves of the incredible hulk kids get these days to box with. Good review, but yeah, not a good figure.
asiansarecute 2 years ago
"HULK SMASH!!!!!!!" lol yeah pretty much lol
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
can you review the x men projectors
mcbrotherhill 2 years ago
LOL, I almost bought one not too long ago. but sure =) , that sounds like a fun idea for a review =) I'll see if I can get a good deal on one next payday. uhmm remind me in a week though in case I forget ok?
EbayFigureReviews777 2 years ago
he is the night and is da bomb
linkistheman109 2 years ago
what about kevin conroy?
greenboy07 2 years ago
good review as usual, but god that figure is hideous! When I was a kid I only got the batman comic line figures and some from the cartoon. BTW I agree that Keaton is the best although I also love Kilmer. Bale was just terrible
art17dude 2 years ago
quick change batman armor!ha...i bought this one when i was a kid..i lost all the armor but ive still got bruce wayne..:P
outlawfanz 2 years ago
lol wow that figure kinda rocks and sucks at the same time lol sweet review man!
hey did u ever get your cigs? lol
kungfoolai 2 years ago
I like Batman......end of story. I dont care who portrays him in a movie I like the character. So if it's Bale or Keaton or Cloney or whoever as long as the toy is made im happy. Which makes me wonder which has been the best batman toy you have seen mr. Ebay? For me it dosent get better than the Dc Universe Batman made a little while ago.
milincoln 2 years ago
i got this figure as well as a robin from forever i think..for 4 bucks both brand new in box at my local flea market
kagami67 2 years ago
I tottaly think Keaton hasn't got the love he deserves figure wise:(
flakelorenz02 2 years ago 2
keaton was the best!
JediJennifer 2 years ago 2
I had this figure as a kid! Awesome toy. I wonder if I still have it...
lfgpst 2 years ago
first*
TheTFlover 2 years ago
wow forst comment. nice review
TheTFlover 2 years ago