Batman

 1966, This black-and-white behind-the-scenes contact sheet captured moments from the production of the Batman television series starring Adam West as Batman and Burt Ward as Robin.

A contact sheet is a photographic print made from a roll of film, showing all the images as small black-and-white thumbnails in sequence. Photographers used them to review every shot and select the best images for publication or enlargement.

The photos show West and Ward on the Batcave set, surrounded by the show’s distinctive crime-fighting computers and equipment. The 1966 series became known for its campy, comedic tone, delivered completely straight by the cast.

Premiering on ABC on January 12, 1966, Batman became a pop culture phenomenon, featuring celebrity guest villains, bold visual style, and Robin’s memorable “Holy…” catchphrases.