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The Killing Joke

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Description

A 1988 DC one-shot graphic novel by Alan Moore with art by Brian Bolland. The Joker escapes Arkham Asylum and targets Commissioner Gordon and Barbara Gordon while flashbacks explore one possible account of his origins.

Story Arc Details

Status

Ended

Type

Mini-Series Arc

Universe

Prime Earth (Earth-0)

Start Issue

Issue #1

Issues

116

About Prime Earth (Earth-0)

The main DC Comics universe following the Flashpoint event and New 52 relaunch in 2011. Prime Earth (Earth-0) serves as home to the primary versions of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the Justice League. The continuity has evolved through DC Rebirth (2016) and subsequent publishing eras while maintaining its core designation.