Batman 66 Meets Steed and Mrs Peel

Batman ’66 Meets Steed and Mrs Peel #6

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by Comic Books Library August 14, 2025
Batman ’66 Meets Steed and Mrs Peel #6


A thrilling retro crossover where Batman, Robin, Steed, and Mrs. Peel face deadly Cybernauts in a stylish 1960s spy-meets-superhero showdown. 🦇🕵️‍♀️🤖

Batman ’66 Meets Steed and Mrs. Peel #6

Genre

🦇 Superhero / Spy Adventure / Retro Action
This comic blends the campy charm of 1960s Batman with the suave sophistication of British espionage in The Avengers (Steed & Peel era). The result is a stylish mash-up of colorful superheroics, witty spy banter, and sci-fi menace.

Main Characters

  • Batman / Bruce Wayne – Gotham’s masked detective, sharp-witted and always prepared.

  • Robin / Dick Grayson – The Boy Wonder, agile and enthusiastic, quick to leap into action.

  • John Steed – The impeccably dressed British agent with an umbrella as dangerous as any weapon.

  • Emma Peel – Fearless spy with martial arts mastery and razor-sharp wit.

  • Miss Michaela Gough – A cunning antagonist with sinister control over the Cybernauts.

  • The Cybernauts – Cold, relentless, humanoid robots programmed for destruction.

Writer

📜 Ian Edginton – Known for his deft handling of retro and crossover stories, Edginton crafts sharp dialogue and balances American comic-book flair with British spy cool.

Artist

🎨 Matthew Dow Smith – His clean yet atmospheric lines bring a vintage TV aesthetic to life, making each panel feel like a freeze-frame from a 1960s episode.

Editor Details

✏️ Jim Chadwick – Oversees the series with a focus on preserving the tone of both original shows while ensuring a smooth, cohesive crossover narrative.

Publisher and Brand

🏛 DC Comics – Published under the Batman ’66 line, which celebrates the Adam West-era Batman in comic form.

Release Year

📅 2016

Brief Plot Summary

When Bruce Wayne pays a polite visit to the enigmatic Miss Michaela Gough, he unknowingly steps into a carefully laid trap. Gough summons her mechanical assassins—the Cybernauts—to remove him from the picture. With Batman in peril, it falls to Robin, along with British spies Steed and Mrs. Peel, to orchestrate a daring rescue before Gotham’s most famous philanthropist meets an untimely end. 🕵️‍♂️💥

Notable Arcs or Storylines

This issue concludes a limited series arc where Batman’s colorful rogues’ gallery intersects with the sleek, mysterious world of The Avengers (UK). The Cybernauts storyline serves as the ultimate fusion of both worlds—melding Gotham’s theatrical villainy with the cool menace of British sci-fi threats.

Fan Theories or Interpretations

💡 Some fans speculate that Miss Michaela Gough’s name is a subtle homage to Michael Gough, the actor who famously portrayed Alfred Pennyworth in several Batman films. This Easter egg deepens the intertextual play between British and American pop culture of the era.

Review Summary

⭐ Verdict: A delightful blend of camp and class.
The writing nails the voices of each character, with Batman’s straight-laced detective work bouncing perfectly off Steed’s wry humor and Mrs. Peel’s quick-thinking action. The art captures the bold colors and theatrical staging of the ’60s television era, while also adding a slight noir edge. Fans of either franchise will find this finale both nostalgic and refreshingly fun—a stylish send-off to an unexpected yet harmonious team-up. 🎭📚


Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Batman ’66 Meets Steed and Mrs Peel #6
Language : English 



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