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"Before Batman, there was Gotham."
Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world's greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon's story and his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? What did it take to navigate the multiple layers of corruption that secretly ruled Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world's most iconic villains? And what circumstances created them – the larger-than-life personas who would become Catwoman, The Penguin, The Riddler, Two-Face and The Joker?
Created By
Bruno Heller
Network
FOX
Episodes
100
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
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Overview
Gotham has 5 seasons with 100 episodes spanning 2014-2019.
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Rating
With a 7.6/10 rating from 3,622 votes, Gotham is considered highly rated.
Year context
Gotham first aired 12 years ago in 2014.
CAST (8)
SEASONS (5 seasons, 100 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Detective James Gordon performs his work in the dangerously corrupt city of Gotham, which consistently teeters between good and evil.
02
Selina Kyle
Detectives Gordon and Bullock investigate a child trafficking ring preying on Gotham's street kids, including Selina Kyle. Meanwhile, Penguin resurfaces in the countryside and begins…
03
The Balloonman
Gordon and Bullock track down a vigilante who uses weather balloons to kill corrupt citizens; Cobblepot gets a job close to a major figure in…
04
Arkham
As a contentious city council vote on the future of the Arkham district approaches, politicians from both sides are in danger. Gordon and Bullock must…
05
Viper
Gordon and Bullock search for the source of a new street drug that causes euphoria then death. Oswald Cobblepot works his way deeper into Maroni's…
06
Spirit of the Goat
When a killer begins targeting the first born of Gotham's elite, Bullock is forced to confront traumatic memories from a nearly identical case he worked…
07
Penguin's Umbrella
As violence between Maroni and Falcone continues to escalate, Penguin reveals a new element of his manipulative strategy, forcing Gordon to deal with the consequences…
08
The Mask
Gordon and Bullock investigate a Gothamite who runs a deadly fight club for candidates applying to work at his financial firm. Bruce returns to school…
09
Harvey Dent
Trying to close the Wayne murder case, a young Harvey Dent and Gordon team up, much to Mayor James’ chagrin. Meanwhile, Penguin makes contact with…
10
Lovecraft
Following a misstep, Gordon is reassigned to duty at Arkham Asylum. Meanwhile, Selina leads a new friend on a perilous journey through Gotham to evade…
11
Rogues' Gallery
Gordon’s assignment at Arkham Asylum gets off to a rocky start when the murder of a guard ignites an investigation, leading him to meet Dr.…
12
What the Little Bird Told Him
In an attempt to get his job back, Gordon seeks to capture Jack Gruber, a deranged electrical genius who escapes Arkham Asylum. Meanwhile, Falcone struggles…
13
Welcome Back, Jim Gordon
When the key witness in a homicide ends up dead while being held for questioning by the police, Gordon suspects that it’s an inside job…
14
The Fearsome Dr. Crane
Fish Mooney reveals a secret of Oswald Cobblepot's, prompting Maroni to take him on a trip to test his loyalty. Meanwhile, Gordon and Bullock hunt…
15
The Scarecrow
Gordon and Bullock set out to stop Gerald Crane, a biology teacher who has been harvesting the glands of his murder victims. Meanwhile, after finding…
16
The Blind Fortune Teller
Gordon takes Dr. Leslie Thompkins to the circus, but the day turns quickly when the circus comes under attack. Then, Falcone enlists Butch Gilzean to…
17
Red Hood
Following several bank robberies, Gordon and Bullock investigate the Red Hood gang. Selina Kyle continues to bond with Barbara, and Fish Mooney tries to reclaim…
18
Everyone Has a Cobblepot
Gordon seeks information about the controversy involving Loeb; Fish's allegiance with the prisoners is questioned; and Bruce copes with the aftermath of an attack close…
19
Beasts of Prey
Gordon and Bullock inspect a cold case involving "the Ogre", a serial killer who targets young women in Gotham City. Meanwhile, Fish plots her escape…
20
Under the Knife
Gordon and Bullock continue their investigation of the Ogre, who begins to make his move on someone close to Gordon. Meanwhile, Bruce and Selina team…
21
The Anvil or the Hammer
The Ogre breaks down Barbara’s emotions, while Gordon and Bullock go to great lengths to track him down. Meanwhile, Penguin leads a massacre, beginning an…
22
All Happy Families Are Alike
As Gotham City’s gang war reaches its boiling point, Fish Mooney goes head-to-head with Maroni and Penguin in an attempt to re-stake her claim on…
SEASON 2
01
Rise of the Villains: Damned If You Do...
Penguin is King of Gotham and after a shakeup at the GCPD, Detective James Gordon's moral compass wavers, as he seeks help from Penguin. Meanwhile,…
02
Rise of the Villains: Knock, Knock
On the heels of his reinstatement, Gordon is thrust onto the high-profile case tracking the deadly inmate escape from Arkham Asylum. Meanwhile, Galavan plans his…
03
Rise of the Villains: The Last Laugh
Gordon and Bullock track down a nemesis from the past, leading to a standoff between Jerome and Gordon. Meanwhile, a magic show at the Gotham…
04
Rise of the Villains: Strike Force
Captain Barnes is called to duty to create a law-abiding task force, with the help of Gordon. Meanwhile, Penguin gets caught up in a favor…
05
Rise of the Villains: Scarification
Galavan and Penguin join forces with a dangerous family in Gotham. Then, as the rivalry between the Waynes and the Galavans resurfaces, Gordon struggles to…
06
Rise of the Villains: By Fire
After Bridgit Pike rejoins her brothers, a new spark of courage ignites within her, as she chooses to take control of her future. Meanwhile, Kringle…
07
Rise of the Villains: Mommy's Little Monster
Butch leads Penguin and his men to the warehouse where Gertrude is being held, as Penguin plots his revenge on Galavan for kidnapping his mother.…
08
Rise of the Villains: Tonight's the Night
Galavan sends Barbara after Jim Gordon, while he tries to make a business deal with Bruce Wayne. Barnes and Bullock are hot on Barbara's trail,…
09
Rise of the Villains: A Bitter Pill to Swallow
Gordon and Barnes continue cleaning up Gotham, and Gordon comes face-to-face with one of the city's most dangerous hitmen, Eduardo Flamingo. Meanwhile, Nygma and Penguin…
10
Rise of the Villains: The Son of Gotham
Gordon confronts a suspect who is connected to Galavan, but falls short of obtaining any information. Meanwhile, Bruce gets one step closer to discovering the…
11
Rise of the Villains: Worse than a Crime
When Bruce Wayne is kidnapped, Gordon must look to some unlikely and dangerous allies for help. It is a battle of the villains, and not…
12
Wrath of the Villains: Mr. Freeze
Penguin takes a hit for Galavan's murder, but doesn't let Gordon off easily. Meanwhile, Gordon and Bullock investigate the body-snatching spree of Victor Fries, one…
13
Wrath of the Villains: A Dead Man Feels No Cold
As Gordon, Bullock and Barnes continue the search for Victor Fries, they are forced to look to his wife, Nora, for help. Meanwhile, Penguin is…
14
Wrath of the Villains: This Ball of Mud and Meanness
Alfred and Selina help Bruce search for his parents' killer, Matches Malone; Gordon goes to Edward Nygma with Kristen Kringle's whereabouts; Hugo Strange continues working…
15
Wrath of the Villains: Mad Grey Dawn
Gordon and Bullock follow a trail of clues in a robbery, not knowing they were left by Nygma; Gordon receives an anonymous threat; Penguin meets…
16
Wrath of the Villains: Prisoners
After Gordon is removed from protective custody, he begin's to face new threat's and danger's inside prison wall's in order to survive he must rely…
17
Wrath of the Villains: Into the Woods
In an attempt to clear his name, Gordon steals his case file and approaches Nygma for help. Meanwhile, Penguin discovers his step-family's role in his…
18
Wrath of the Villains: Pinewood
After leaving Arkham Asylum, Barbara attempts to make amends with Gordon. Then, Bruce and Alfred track down one of Thomas Wayne's former friends from Project…
19
Wrath of the Villains: Azrael
Gordon and Bruce question Professor Strange about project chimera which leads Strange to send the newly resurrected Galavan to confront Gordon. Meanwhile, Gordon investigate's who…
20
Wrath of the Villains: Unleashed
Azrael is on the loose in Gotham City, which sparks Penguin's need for revenge. Meanwhile, Bruce enlists the help of Selina Kyle to help track…
21
Wrath of the Villains: A Legion of Horribles
Hugo Strange welcomes a familiar face to Gotham after he resurrects Fish Mooney in Indian Hill. Later, Bruce discovers a friend is in danger and…
22
Wrath of the Villains: Transference
While Gordon, Bruce and Lucius remain at Indian Hill, the city of Gotham will be met with a new threat as Hugo Strange's inmates devise…
SEASON 3
01
Mad City: Better to Reign in Hell...
Gordon works in a monster-ridden Gotham as a bounty hunter and seeks to find answers about the Indian Hill escapees, and why their powers appear…
02
Mad City: Burn the Witch
Fish Mooney takes matters into her own hands to locate Hugo Strange, forcing Gordon to reluctantly team up with journalist Valerie Vale to find her.…
03
Mad City: Look Into My Eyes
Hypnotist Jervis Tetch/Mad Hatter arrives in Gotham to search for his sister, Alice, and hires Gordon to help find her. Meanwhile, Penguin decides to run…
04
Mad City: New Day Rising
Penguin gains power as he narrows in on the nomination for Mayor of Gotham. Meanwhile, Gordon turns Alice into the GCPD for the bounty. Also,…
05
Mad City: Anything for You
Crime in Gotham is at an all-time high, as Penguin struggles to uphold his promises to the city. Meanwhile, Butch goes down a dark path…
06
Mad City: Follow the White Rabbit
Mad Hatter sets his eyes on his next victims, forcing Jim Gordon to make some tough decisions. Meanwhile, Penguin and Nygma's relationship evolves, and a…
07
Mad City: Red Queen
After coming in contact with a substance by the hand of Mad Hatter, Jim Gordon gets led on a psychedelic trip and must confront his…
08
Mad City: Blood Rush
The effects of a recent incident begin to cause Barnes to go mad; Nygma is over his head in his relationship with Isabella; Carmine Falcone…
09
Mad City: The Executioner
Gordon and Bullock sift through evidence from the murder at Lee and Mario's engagement party; Ivy discloses her identity to Selina and Bruce.
10
Mad City: Time Bomb
On the eve of their rehearsal dinner, a threat to Mario and Lee is exposed, and Falcone looks to Jim for help. Meanwhile, Nygma seeks…
11
Mad City: Beware the Green-Eyed Monster
As the virus begins to spread in Gotham, the laboratory that is developing a cure is compromised. Mario and Gordon face off before the wedding,…
12
Mad City: Ghosts
Falcone places a hit on Gordon after learning that he shot Mario. Gordon and Bullock discover a follower of Jerome, who plans to bring him…
13
Mad City: Smile Like You Mean It
On the run from Gordon and Bullock, Dwight tries to revive Jerome, in turn, activates his acolytes around Gotham City. Meanwhile, Selina's mom's intentions in…
14
Mad City: The Gentle Art of Making Enemies
With Jerome on the loose with one target in mind, Bruce and Alfred's safety is compromised. Meanwhile, Gordon's uncle Frank pays him a visit, and…
15
Heroes Rise: How the Riddler Got His Name
Nygma convinces himself that he doesn't need Penguin to succeed and begins to introduce himself to Gotham as "The Riddler." Bullock and Lucius Fox get…
16
Heroes Rise: These Delicate and Dark Obsessions
The Court of Owls devises a new plan regarding the future of Gotham, as Gordon uncovers information about his father and uncle's past, connecting him…
17
Heroes Rise: The Primal Riddle
Some of Gotham's most unhinged villains band together, while The Riddler continues his conquest of the city. Gordon is on a search for answers and…
18
Heroes Rise: Light the Wick
Gordon tracks down the weapon the Court of Owls intend to use for the destruction of Gotham; Kathryn and Temple Shaman tell Bruce about their…
19
Heroes Rise: All Will Be Judged
Temple Shaman takes Bruce to the next phase of his training; Gordon and Bullock discover a crystal owl that carries the biggest secrets of Gotham's…
20
Heroes Rise: Pretty Hate Machine
Gordon races against the clock to save the city from the Alice Tetch Virus, when Lee Thompkins intercepts with a plan of her own. Also,…
21
Heroes Rise: Destiny Calling
With the deadly virus spreading throughout the city, the search for the antidote continues, as Fish Mooney, The Riddler and Penguin reveal plans of their…
22
Heroes Rise: Heavydirtysoul
With the deadly virus spreading throughout the city, the search for the antidote continues, as Fish Mooney, The Riddler and Penguin reveal plans of their…
SEASON 4
01
A Dark Knight: Pax Penguina
Gordon fears Jonathan Crane is still alive and back in Gotham, when The Scarecrow's signature MO is used in a series of robberies. Meanwhile, Penguin's…
02
A Dark Knight: The Fear Reaper
Under pressure to prove that the GCPD is still powerful, Gordon attempts to bring in Jonathan Crane. However, Gordon puts himself in a dangerous situation…
03
A Dark Knight: They Who Hide Behind Masks
Gordon takes matters into his own hands when he travels to Miami in attempts to persuade Carmine Falcone for his help in the fight against…
04
A Dark Knight: The Demon's Head
Bruce Wayne puts the lives of Gotham Natural History Museum historian Niles Winthrop and his grandson, Alex, in danger in an attempt to uncover the…
05
A Dark Knight: The Blade's Path
Nygma comes face-to-face with Butch Gilzean, but he is not who he used to be. In an attempt to regain power and identity, Nygma decides…
06
A Dark Knight: Hog Day Afternoon
Gordon and Bullock are hot on a serial killer who has been assassinating cops and dressing his victims in the severed heads of pigs as…
07
A Dark Knight: A Day in the Narrows
With Professor Pyg striking fear throughout Gotham, Gordon and Bullock head into the Narrows to look for clues. Bruce Wayne meets a former friend, Grace,…
08
A Dark Knight: Stop Hitting Yourself
Grundy and Nygma become main attractions at Cherry's Place in The Narrows. Penguin wants revenge when he hears Nygma is mocking him on stage and…
09
A Dark Knight: Let Them Eat Pie
Professor Pyg continues to torment Gotham city, involving Jim Gordon whenever possible. Sofia and Penguin get ready for a fundraiser for the orphanage, and things…
10
A Dark Knight: Things That Go Boom
Gordon tries to broker a deal with Penguin that involves Sofia. Meanwhile, Alfred tries to pull Bruce out of his teenage-angst and downward spiral, as…
11
A Dark Knight: Queen Takes Knight
Things get complicated for Gordon, Sophia and Penguin when Carmine Falcone comes to town. Alfred tries to get through to Bruce once and for all,…
12
A Dark Knight: Pieces of a Broken Mirror
Gordon is called to the scene after The Toy Maker is hired to assassinate one of Gotham's doctors. Lee Thompkins begins to try to rebuild…
13
A Dark Knight: A Beautiful Darkness
Ivy tracks a secret project on which Wayne Enterprises is working and begins to target anyone that can give her information. Meanwhile, Jerome becomes obsessed…
14
A Dark Knight: Reunion
Ivy picks her next target, leading Gordon and Lucius back to an old friend, as Selina tries to take matters into her own hands. Sofia…
15
A Dark Knight: The Sinking Ship, the Grand Applause
Bullock and Gordon try to track down someone who is key in Sofia's control over Gotham. Meanwhile, Penguin, Lee and Nygma enlist an unlikely ally…
16
A Dark Knight: One of My Three Soups
Arkham's "finest" give Gordon and Bullock a run for their money, as they hatch a plan to escape the asylum. Meanwhile, Bruce devises his own…
17
A Dark Knight: Mandatory Brunch Meeting
Gordon and Bullock try to stay one step ahead as Jerome zeros in on his next target. Meanwhile, Nygma hosts a riddle game show in…
18
A Dark Knight: That's Entertainment
The Arkham inmates are still running freely in Gotham and they're only getting more difficult to catch. Gordon develops a plan, but reluctantly has to…
19
A Dark Knight: To Our Deaths and Beyond
Gordon and Bullock try to figure out who the clever thief is behind the robberies of various bank branches in Gotham. Meanwhile, Barbara is put…
20
A Dark Knight: That Old Corpse
Chaos erupts at the GCPD, sending Gordon on a wild goose chase for the culprit behind the mass takeover. Meanwhile, a friend of Bruce's becomes…
21
A Dark Knight: One Bad Day
As Gotham falls into complete anarchy, a team of unlikely heroes step up to save it. Bullock takes the lead at the GCPD and Bruce's…
22
A Dark Knight: No Man's Land
Jeremiah warns a skeptical Gordon of more destruction coming Gotham's way, and Gordon is forced to make a potentially devastating decision. Meanwhile, Barbara rallies together…
SEASON 5
01
Legend of Dark Knight: Year Zero
No Man's Land Day 87-391—Jim Gordon and Bruce Wayne face the chaos Gotham City has become. Their mission to keep the city safe becomes more…
02
Legend of Dark Knight: Trespassers
Gordon and Bullock investigate a location where several kids have been kidnapped. Barbara proves to be an unlikely ally to Gordon. Bruce looks into an…
03
Legend of Dark Knight: Penguin, Our Hero
With the creation of Haven as a safe place for refugees, Gordon hopes to stop the gang fighting in Gotham. Selina is determined to find…
04
Legend of Dark Knight: Ruin
Gordon and Penguin are forced to work together and alliances are shaken when Lucius, Nygma and Barbara all have different ideas of the culprit behind…
05
Legend of Dark Knight: Pena Dura
A military task force, led by Eduardo Dorrance is called in to provide relief to Gotham. Meanwhile, Nygma looks for answers from Penguin, who leads…
06
Legend of Dark Knight: 13 Stitches
Gordon assembles an unlikely team to protect Gotham from Eduardo Dorrance and his Delta Force. Just as Lee Thompkins resurfaces, Barbara reveals shocking news that…
07
Legend of Dark Knight: Ace Chemicals
Gordon races to uncover the criminal element threatening to end talks of Gotham's reunification with the mainland. A very much alive Jeremiah returns and organizes…
08
Legend of Dark Knight: Nothing's Shocking
Bullock's past comes back to haunt him when he and Gordon investigate two murders at Sirens. Meanwhile, Bruce and Alfred explore the tunnels beneath the…
09
Legend of Dark Knight: The Trial of Jim Gordon
After Gordon is shot in an attempt to establish a cease-fire, he hallucinates a trial for his life that could have deadly real consequences. Meanwhile,…
10
Legend of Dark Knight: I Am Bane
On the precipice of Gotham's reunification, Gordon and Bruce find themselves face-to-face with a newly transformed Eduardo, and discover the real mastermind behind the city's…
11
Legend of Dark Knight: They Did What?
As Bane enacts his final plan for Gotham's destruction, Gordon rallies his former enemies to save the city. Meanwhile, Nyssa al Ghul kidnaps Barbara's newborn…
12
Legend of Dark Knight: The Beginning...
The series flash-forwards 10 years into the future, as Bruce is set to return to Gotham for the opening of the new Wayne Tower. A…
SERIES INFO
5
Seasons
100
Episodes
43 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Bruno Heller
Showrunner
Danny Cannon
Showrunner
John Stephens
Showrunner
Ben Edlund
NETWORKS (1)
FOX
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Gotham about?
Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world's greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon's story and his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? What did it take to navigate the multiple layers of corruption that secretly ruled Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world's most iconic villains? And what circumstances created them – the larger-than-life personas who would become Catwoman, The Penguin, The Riddler, Two-Face and The Joker?
Where can I watch Gotham?
Gotham is available on Max, Prime Video, 9Now, U-NEXT. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Gotham have?
Gotham has 5 seasons with 100 episodes total.
Who created Gotham?
Gotham was created by Bruno Heller.
Who stars in Gotham?
The cast of Gotham includes Ben McKenzie, Donal Logue, David Mazouz, Sean Pertwee, Robin Lord Taylor.
What is the rating of Gotham?
Gotham has a rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 3,622 votes on TMDB.
Is Gotham still running?
Gotham has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (3)
Drama
Crime
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
