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    The release of "The Dark Knight Rises" is only days away (July 20, 2012), and fans of the Christopher Nolan-directed Batman trilogy are very eager to see what happens in the final chapter. But before we all go see the Dark Knight rise, wouldn't it be fun to see him at some of his lowest lows? The answer is yes. Here are 22 Batman blunders that will leave you yearning for redemption for "The Caped Crusader."

    Drunk Slob Batman

    This guy is in no position to save anybody. In fact, there's probably a girl nearby who needed saving from this greasy animal.

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    Bullfighting Batman

    Don't believe everything you see in the trailers. The Dark Knight won't rise again if he gets reamed by a bull in his prostate.

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    Busted Batman

    Of course Batman would get caught by a woman. He's more of a regular guy than we ever thought.

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    Hangin' with Superman

    Does anyone recall Batman ever donning a barbershop bib in any of his movies? We guess when it comes to superheroes, there's always room for reinvention. Hey look! There's Darth Vader too!

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    Batman Chest Hair

    The only (bat) signal this guy will see is the one that tells him he will never be with another naked woman again for the remainder of his life.

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    The same goes for this guy. Cool razor burn, though.

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    Fat Batman

    The new Batman film starts with an out-of-shape Bruce Wayne, too lazy to park his own car, enjoying a tote bag full of candy.

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    Beer-Drinking Batman

    It makes sense that Batman would have a few drinks before he goes out to save the world wearing granny panties. That requires a little extra courage.

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    Fanny-Pack Batman

    Forget that utility belt at home? Never fear, the Bat-fabulous fanny pack is here.

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    Half-Naked Batman

    In the climax of the new film, Batman rallies everybody in Gotham City together by getting a full pump on while taking off his clothes, tossing on a sexy Bat-Speedo and strapping on some sweet rollerblades.

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    The First Batman

    Batman is apparently a specimen of evolution, having evolved from this Hispanic gargoyle living in the countryside. He would later put on pants too.

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    Homeless Batman

    He's best known for saving people from being late. Just pick him up and hop in the carpool lane, then drop him off wherever you need to and give him some change. Homeless Batman really can help.

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    Hispanic Batman

    Maybe he's not for everyone, but some people might feel safer going with a Tom-Selleck-like Batman covered in coffee stains and a lip broom. Did any of you ever watch "Magnum, P.I."? This guy knows exactly what he's doing.

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    Off Duty Booty Batman

    Not a lot of crime seems to take place during Batman's downtime, especially if he's spending it in West Hollywood. And his sidekick happens to sport a banana hammock and dog collar.

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    Junker Batmobile

    Superhero Rule #1: Have reliable transportation.

    Rule #2: Don't leave your car in your parent's driveway.

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    ..or out in plain sight in the Sears parking lot.

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    Hybrid Batmobile

    Once you have reliable transportation, don't rage around town swearing at other drivers for not also driving a Prius, calling attention to yourself in broad daylight.

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    Brokedown Batmobile

    You'd be pissed too if your partner couldn't read directions and started crying when you asked him to change the flat tire.

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    Batman Be Shoppin'

    This guy is under the impression that wearing the suit allows him to use the 10 items or less line, regardless of the number of items.

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    Batman Squirtgun

    It's borderline inappropriate to let your kids play with this trigger-happy Bat Gun.

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    "Batman and Robin"

    The major blunder here is that this 1997 film, easily the worst in the Batman franchise, was actually made. It featured George Clooney as Batman, Chris O'Donnell as Robin, Arnold Schwarzenegger as Mr. Freeze delivering icy pun after icy pun, and ridiculous suits with added nipples and enlarged codpieces.

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    Crotch-Stomped Batman

    You'll find this gem in the deleted scenes of "The Dark Knight." Christopher Nolan knew nobody would respect a Batman who gets his manhood wrecked after having his ass kicked. There is also a cool version of this photo with a skateboard shopped in. We'll soon find out if Bane has anything on the Joker.