Ep 15. The Devil's Fingers
- TV-NR
- October 26, 1966
- 25 min
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7.5 (407)
The Devil's Fingers is the fifteenth episode of the second season of Batman. The episode opens with the discovery of an unconscious Alfred in Wayne Manor. Batman and Robin are quickly summoned and the trio soon learn of a dangerous pair of criminals who are targeting wealthy individuals in Gotham using a very unusual method.
These criminals - a husband and wife team of world-class musicians - have the stunning ability to control people's minds and force them to do their bidding with just the sound of their music. Posing as a virtuoso pianist and violinist respectively, the pair have been using their talents to play private recitals for Gotham's wealthy elite, where they then whip their audiences into a hypnotic frenzy, convincing them to hand over their priceless possessions.
With Alfred as their latest victim, Batman and Robin are now on a race against time to track down the criminals before any more damage can be done. Teaming up with a talented member of the Gotham Philharmonic, Batman and Robin investigate every lead and analyze every note in a bid to uncover the villains' plan.
As the investigation deepens, Batman and Robin soon realize that this pair of music criminals is unlike any other they have fought before. Not only are they formidable opponents with a highly dangerous weapon, but they also have a significant grudge against Bruce Wayne and his wealthy circle of associates.
As the chase heats up, the stakes are raised even higher when the criminals kidnap Batman's trusted ally, Commissioner Gordon. With Gordon in mortal danger, the Dark Knight must race against the clock to launch a daring rescue operation and bring the villains to justice before they do any more damage to Gotham City.
Packed with action, suspense, and a series of thrilling set-pieces, The Devil's Fingers stands out as one of the very best episodes of a classic Batman season, combining all the elements that made the show so popular with audiences in the 1960s. From its colorful villains and inventive storyline to its signature, tongue-in-cheek humor and iconic fight scenes, The Devil's Fingers is an unmissable installment for fans of all ages.