Frank Gorshin - Wikipedia
WEBHe was nominated for an Emmy Award (Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Comedy) for his role as the Riddler on ABC's 1960s live-action television series Batman, starring Adam West and Burt Ward.
Frank Gorshin Was Batman's Original Riddler in 1966
WEBMar 4, 2022 · Hollywood Flashback: In 1966, Frank Gorshin Was Batman’s Original Riddler. The character actor's maniacal laugh and acrobatic moves set the tone for future incarnations of the villain, from Jim...
Riddler - Wikipedia
WEBThe Riddler (Edward Nigma, later Edward Nygma or Edward Nashton) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by Bill Finger and Dick Sprang, and debuted in Detective Comics #140 in October 1948.
The Riddler - Batman Wiki
WEBThe Riddler is a criminal themed around riddles, puzzles and games, and frequent enemy of Batman. Co-created by Bill Finger and Dick Sprang for Detective Comics #140 (October 1948), Edward... This page is about the original comic book character.
Frank Gorshin, The Riddler on 'Batman,' Performed Until His Death …
WEBFrank Gorshin, the first actor to play Batman's villain The Riddler on the 1960s Adam West TV show, performed until his death at age 72.
Frank Gorshin - IMDb
WEBHis manic portrayal of the Riddler on the television series Batman (1966) was directly responsible for turning the character in the comics from a minor villain into one of Batman's major recurring enemies.
Why John Astin Replaced Frank Gorshin As The 1966 Batman Series' Riddler
WEBJan 11, 2023 · Comedy genius Frank Gorshin played the role of the Riddler in five episodes and in the 1966 film, always cackling with overcaffeinated joy.
Frank Gorshin, 'Batman' Riddler, Dies at 72 - The New York Times
WEBMay 19, 2005 · Frank Gorshin, a prolific actor and impressionist whose career was long identified with a questionable character, the Riddler on television's original "Batman," but later highlighted by his...
Frank Gorshin | Batman Wiki - Fandom
WEBFrank Gorshin portrayed the Riddler in the live-action ABC television show and its 1966 spinoff film. Gorshin was the original lead villain featured in the series pilot and help set the tone for other guest villains to follow.
Who is the Riddler? | DC
WEBFeb 23, 2022 · It’s Jim Carrey’s Riddler, in Joel Schumacher’s campy opus Batman Forever. More than that, it’s Bill Finger and Dick Sprang’s Riddler, created in 1948 as one of many colorful opponents for Batman to face. So, why does Riddler so often feel like a children’s story character? Well, because he is one. And that’s okay!