The Batman: The Long Halloween May 2026

Explored through the contrasting lives of the Waynes, Dents, and Falcones, as well as the secret lives of Batman and Catwoman.

Batman: The Long Halloween (1996–1997) is one of the most influential graphic novels in the Batman mythos, written by and illustrated by the late Tim Sale . This 13-issue "noir-first" mystery is set early in Batman’s career—specifically his second year—and follows a year-long investigation into a serial killer known as Holiday , who murders victims on specific holidays . Core Plot and Characters The Batman: The Long Halloween

The story centers on a "triumvirate of justice" between , Captain James Gordon , and District Attorney Harvey Dent as they attempt to dismantle Gotham’s organized crime, led by the "Roman," Carmine Falcone . Explored through the contrasting lives of the Waynes,

While Alberto Falcone confesses to the killings, the story's final twist reveals his faked death and suggests that Gilda Dent committed the first few murders to free her husband from his workload. Artistic Style and Themes Core Plot and Characters The story centers on