Crime Shows In The Batman Universe

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Gotham is a show that is centered in the Batman Universe. The show follows James Gordon who is a rookie cop learning the ropes of being a police officer. Gordon tries to help get rid of crime in Gotham City, but gets involved in attempting to catch the person who killed Bruce Wayne's parents. The show gives its viewers a different look at the city because it follows James Gordon, and it also shows Bruce Wayne as a child coping with the death of his parents. I've really been enjoying this show because it gives viewers another look at Gotham City. I think that Batman fans would like this show because it does provide references to many of the characters in the Batman Universe, but I also think that people who like crime shows could also enjoy

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