When a young woman meets a violent death after partying at Verdant, Detective Lance and his new partner, Detective Hilton inform Oliver and Tommy that she was on the drug Vertigo. Oliver immediately pays a visit to the mental institution where The Count is locked up, but finds he is in no condition to deal drugs. However, when The Count escapes and Starling City is flooded with even more Vertigo-related violence, Oliver and Diggle make it their mission to track him down. After Detective Lance uncovers incriminating evidence against him, Tommy goes to great lengths to clear his name, and the fallout from his actions leads Tommy down a new, unexpected path. In a flashback to the island, Oliver recalls the lessons he learned from Slade and Shado.
Dive Into the Dark World of Gotham: Why You Should Watch Season 1
In a city where corruption reigns supreme and shadows lurk around every corner, *Gotham* offers viewers an enthralling glimpse into the origins of one of pop culture's most beloved superheroes. The series begins with a gripping narrative that centers around Detective James Gordon, played brilliantly by Ben McKenzie. As he navigates the treacherous waters of Gotham City’s criminal underbelly, viewers are treated to a masterclass in storytelling that blends action, drama, and suspense seamlessly. With a total of five seasons and 100 episodes, there is no shortage of content to keep you engaged as you dive into this dark universe.
The first season sets the stage for everything that follows by exploring not just Gordon’s rise within the Gotham City Police Department (GCPD), but also introducing various iconic characters from Batman’s rogues gallery. Among these are Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue), Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz), Oswald Cobblepot (Robin Lord Taylor), and Selina Kyle (Camren Bicondova). Each character is developed with intricate backstories that enrich the overarching plot while keeping viewers guessing about their future paths. Notably, Cobblepot's transformation into the Penguin is one of the most fascinating arcs to watch unfold throughout Season 1.
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