The original LEGO Batman theme was first released in 2006 and lasted until 2008 and features 15 sets, magnets, videos, books as well as toys released by McDonald's. Batman has been re-introduced in 2012 as part of the DC Super Heroes theme. The theme is based on Batman: The Animated Series but also include elements from other Batman universes, such as the Tumbler from the Christopher Nolan films. However, each set, aside from The Batcave: The Penguin and Mr. Freeze's Invasion, is based on scenarios that occurred on the show where each set features Batman fighting a villain.
2008 LEGO Sets
In 2008, LEGO celebrated two major milestones—the 30th anniversary of the Minifigure and the 50th anniversary of the LEGO Brick—marking half a century of creativity, innovation, and expansion. This year also saw the launch of LEGO Cuusoo, an early version of what would eventually become LEGO Ideas, allowing fans to submit and vote on set concepts for potential production. This initiative paved the way for some of LEGO’s most collectible and fan-driven releases in the years to come.