The Batman Family #17
dc • 1978
- Series
- The Batman Family
- Issue
- 17
- Publisher
- DC Comics
- Cover date
- May 31, 1978
Where to find one
Search for The Batman Family #17 on the marketplaces collectors use.
Listings from external marketplaces. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
Where it came from
Published by DC Comics in 1978, The Batman Family #17 represents a significant moment in the publisher's history as it marked the final issue of the series before it was merged into the Detective Comics title during the industry-wide event known as the DC Implosion. The series was designed to showcase the expanded world of Gotham City, focusing on supporting characters like Robin, Batgirl, and the Huntress, moving away from the solo Batman focus to explore the broader dynamics of the 'Bat-family' concept.
The issue features cover art by Jim Aparo, a definitive artist for the Batman line during this era, known for his clean lines and dynamic character posing. While the series was cancelled amidst broader financial cutbacks at DC, it is remembered by collectors for its role in bridging the gap between the campier Silver Age sensibilities and the more grounded, character-driven narratives that would define the title's characters in the subsequent decade.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real issues collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About The Batman Family #17
The Batman Family #17 is a issue in the Comic Books catalog on collecto.rs. Dc • 1978. Catalog data is sourced from Comic Vine. No public issues collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track The Batman Family #17 on collecto.rs?
The Batman Family #17 doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of The Batman Family #17?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your issue, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other comic books collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the The Batman Family #17 catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for The Batman Family #17 is sourced from Comic Vine. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs issues tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your issues is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every issue you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
