Alfred’s pre-Gotham spy past revealed! Based on the television series, this comic details the Cold War-era adventures of the man who would become Batman’s most trusted ally. Spanning the years between the hit TV show and today, Pennyworth tells the continuing adventures of Alfred Pennyworth as an MI6 counterintelligence agent—this time in Cold War-era Soviet Russia. When Alfred and his partner receive intelligence that nuclear weapons are being manufactured near the Arctic Circle, they’re off to infiltrate the remote military base to learn more. But things don’t go exactly as planned, and the ramifications of this mission may be more far-reaching than anyone could have guessed, as our present-day butler gets dragged back into his past... As Alfred discovers threats more terrifying than anything he’s ever faced he realizes that in the end, he may prefer violence and danger to that most famous of all foes: a broken heart. This volume collects Pennyworth #1-7.

Spanning the years between the hit TV show and today, Pennyworth tells the continuing adventures of Alfred Pennyworth as an MI6 counterintelligence agent-this time in Cold War-era Soviet Russia. When Alfred and his partner receive intelligence that nuclear weapons are being manufactured near the Arctic Circle, they’re off to infiltrate the remote military base to learn more. But things don’t go exactly as planned, and the ramifications of this mission may be more far-reaching than anyone could have guessed, as our present-day butler gets dragged back into his past...

Alfred Pennyworth served the Wayne family for decades-even through the tragic loss of Bruce Wayne’s parents. His death at the hands of Bane is the only event that could possibly compare to that fateful night in Crime Alley, and it leaves Bruce at a similar crossroads. If Alfred was the glue that held the Bat-Family together, how will Batman deal with that all falling apart? And if the Caped Crusader is to be truly alone, he might either hang that cape up once and for all…or double down and carry on with this vengeful quest forever. Batman: Pennyworth R.I.P. #1 celebrates the life of one of the most important people in the history of Gotham City, while also addressing questions about what’s next.

Following Alfred's tragic death in "City of Bane," this collection gathers the greatest stories in the character's 75-year history, including his debut appearance in 1943's Batman #16, the mystery of "The Man Who Killed Mlle. Marie," and the touching "Father's Day." Collects stories from Batman #16 and #31; Detective Comics #83, #356, #501, #502, #806, and #807; Untold Legends of the Batman #2; Batman Annual #13; Batman: Shadow of the Bat #31; Batman: Gotham Adventures #16; Batman Eternal #31; and Batman Annual (2016) #1 and #3.

“City of Bane” continues! The last of the independent villains are on the run, leaving Gotham City entirely to Bane and his cronies—including Flashpoint Batman and Gotham Girl! Though this means a semblance of peace on the streets, the iron grip of tyranny is squeezing all life out of Gotham. And with Bane’s machinations keeping other heroes out, the city really needs the Batman to return. Is Bruce Wayne ready to face his toughest foes yet…his father and the man who broke his back?