Ep 15. Cult of the Cat

In Batman: The Animated Series season 4 episode 15 titled "Cult of the Cat," Selina Kyle aka Catwoman finds herself in the clutches of a small but dangerous cult of feline worshippers. The episode begins with Selina taking what she believes to be a harmless cat statue from a museum, only to realize that it holds the key to a hidden underground temple. As she explores the temple, Selina is confronted by the cult members, who believe her to be their goddess incarnate.

Meanwhile, Batman has his hands full with a new villain in Gotham known as Arthur Reeves. Reeves is a corrupt politician who has gained popular support by blaming Batman for the city's problems. As Reeves becomes more influential, he starts to work with the corrupt police chief Rojas to actively hunt down and capture Batman. In his pursuit of Batman, Reeves comes across the cult of the cat and offers to help them capture Catwoman, in exchange for their assistance in capturing the Caped Crusader.

Back in the temple, Selina is locked up and questioned by the cult leader, who reveals that their goal is to awaken the spirit of the cat goddess, who will destroy all humans and restore the world to a feline utopia. Selina tries to convince the cult members that their beliefs are misguided and destructive, but they refuse to listen. She manages to escape but is quickly chased down by the cats, who are now under the influence of the cult's leader and see her as a traitor.

Meanwhile, Batman is tipped off about the cult and rushes to the temple to rescue Selina. However, his arrival only exacerbates the situation, as Reeves and Rojas swoop in and try to capture him. A chaotic battle ensues as Batman and Catwoman face off against the cult, the cats, and the police.

In the end, the cult is thwarted and its leader defeated, but not before Catwoman delivers a powerful speech about the importance of balance and coexistence between humans and animals. The episode concludes with Batman and Catwoman parting ways, but with a newfound respect for each other's ideals.

Overall, "Cult of the Cat" is a thrilling and action-packed episode that explores themes of extremism, corruption, and the balance of nature. It showcases the strength and intelligence of Catwoman as well as the indomitable spirit of Batman, and is a must-watch for any fan of the classic animated series.