In the world of fiction, there are no limits to what a character can be or become. This freedom has allowed creators to bring superheroes from all walks of life and forms, leading some of our fan-favorite superheroes to be ridiculously rich and loaded with unimaginable wealth. The DC hero, Batman is definitely one of the richest of the many superheroes existing today in the land of fiction.
However, while many of his fellow DC characters know how wealthy Batman aka Bruce Wayne really is, there was once a time that Wonder Woman had no idea of this fact and offered to help him out financially. A scene so iconic, DC fans still continue to be amazed by the hilarious scene.
When Wonder Woman Forgot How Wealthy Batman Is
In the vast realm of superheroes, DC’s Batman occupies a high place in the list of the richest superheroes of all time. Ranked 10 by CBR, the character’s fortune is estimated to be over $100 billion, thanks to the generational wealth culminated by the Wayne family. Thus, funding the majority of Justice League’s operations and more, nearly all of his fellow superheroes know how ‘ballin’ the Dark Knight is.
Yet in the 2018 film, The Death of Superman, Wonder Woman seems oblivious to this fact and during one instance offers to help out with finances when the Wayne Foundation ‘falls short’ (see YouTube). An iconic scene and exchange, here is how it went:
Cyborg: Operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Utilities are above what the UN cleared for funding, guys.
Batman: I’ll handle it. Move on, Cyborg.
Wonder Woman: Wonder Woman merchandise did very well this year. I can step up when the Wayne Foundation falls short.
Batman: You’re kidding, right?
Batman’s shocked response only makes the scene 10x funnier since Diana seems to have no idea that it is Bruce Wayne who owns the company that makes her merchandise, the company that supplies the raw materials for it, and pretty much everything else. Even the ship they are sitting in, from the screens to the chair, Wayne owns every single thing inside it, making Wonder Woman’s offer of help even more legendary.
Fans React to Wonder Woman Offering Financial Help to Batman
Batman is one of the richest superheroes of all time, with generational riches so huge that he can comfortably live the rest of his life lavishly without his Wayne Enterprises. Much more diversified than even the Stark enterprise, Bruce Wayne earns billions even when he is not in charge of the company. Such is the diversification that Wayne Enterprises is even responsible for ‘Wonder Woman’ merchandise and pretty much every other operation of the Justice League.
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So when the above-mentioned scene went viral on the internet again, this is how DC fans reacted:
He owns every company they work for they are literally paying him with his own money. -@derekmilewski
“You’re paying me with my own money.” -@big_alex100
It’s like she’s forgetting what “Billionaire” means. -@jessy.docs
Batman: Yk the building you’re currently in? I own it. The screen you’re looking at? I own it. The chair you’re sitting in? I own it. -@zyuusouken
Wonder Woman saying that like Bruce didn’t pay for everything within a 80km radius. -@code_jayden
“Who the f**k do you think funded those dolls into creation Diana WHO?” -@camwentmia
While this legendary scene is only for humor purposes, it serves as a gentle reminder of how wealthy Bruce Wayne is. Also showcasing how crucial Batman is to the world of DC, Wayne’s financial backing has been pivotal in aiding not only the Justice League but also Gotham City itself.
This portrayal of his immense fortune not only adds depth to the character but also showcases the significant role he plays in the superhero community and beyond. Thus, it is no wonder that DC fans continue to be captivated by this lighthearted moment.
The Death of Superman can be streamed on HBO Max.
