In classic 1960s Batman fashion, the episode ends with a public service message, this time emphasizing the importance of highway safety and "using your seatbelts." Production Credits Director: Robert Butler Writer: Lorenzo Semple Jr.

The story picks up with Batman attempting to rescue Robin from the clutches of (Frank Gorshin). The Riddler has captured the Boy Wonder and used a chemical process to create a wax mold of his face, which he intends to use for a high-stakes masquerade heist.

Molly holds the distinction of being the first "bad girl" to die in the series; she accidentally falls into the Batcave's atomic reactor while trying to escape Batman.

This episode features the very first "Bat-climb," the iconic sequence where the Duo scales a building using the Bat-rope.

This performance set the standard for the character, earning Gorshin an Emmy nomination—the only one the series ever received for acting.

The episode features a classic "death trap" scenario where Batman must use his wits and gadgets to save Robin from being cut into "postal-sized pieces" by a giant industrial saw.