Robot Chicken Season 6 Episode 22 Robot Chicken DC Comics Special II: Villains in Paradise
- TVMA
- January 1, 2014
- 22 min
In season 6 episode 22 of Robot Chicken, viewers are treated to the Robot Chicken DC Comics Special II: Villains in Paradise. This episode is a follow up to the first DC Comics Special that aired during season 5, and features a plethora of DC Comics villains taking center stage.
The episode takes place on a mysterious island paradise where all of the DC Comics villains have gathered to relax and unwind. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when Batman and Commissioner Gordon arrive on the island in search of the Joker. Chaos ensues as the villains team up to take down the Caped Crusader and his ally, but not before viewers are treated to a slew of hilarious skits and parodies featuring some of the most iconic comic book characters of all time.
One of the standout skits in the episode features the Legion of Doom hosting their own talk show, aptly named "The Legion of Doom Show." In this sketch, viewers are treated to a humorous take on late-night talk shows as Lex Luthor, Sinestro, Cheetah, and more chat about their villainous exploits while taking jabs at one another. The skit is cleverly written and features hilarious voice acting that perfectly captures the personalities of each villainous host.
Another highlight of the episode is a skit that features the villainous Bane attending a job interview. In this hilarious sketch, Bane attempts to play up his strengths as a supervillain to impress his prospective employer, only to realize that his resume might not be as impressive as he thought. The skit features some clever sight gags and plenty of laughs, thanks in large part to the superb voice acting of the late Adam West.
Of course, no Robot Chicken DC Comics Special would be complete without plenty of parodies and lampoons of classic comic book storylines and characters. In one sketch, viewers are treated to a hilarious take on the classic Batman storyline "The Killing Joke," in which the Joker attempts to convince Batman to embrace his own madness. In another, a group of Green Lanterns attempt to thwart Sinestro's latest plot, only to be hilariously outmatched by the villain's twisted imagination.
All in all, the Robot Chicken DC Comics Special II: Villains in Paradise is a must-see episode for any fan of the show or of DC Comics in general. Its clever writing, brilliant voice acting, and hilarious parodies make for a memorable and entertaining viewing experience that is sure to leave viewers in stitches. Whether you're a die-hard comic book fan or simply looking for a good laugh, this episode has something for everyone.