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  • Commissioner Gordon is a fundamental part of any Gotham City story. 1 / 8

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  • There have been different versions of him in live-action, comics and animated shows. 2 / 8

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  • Traditionally, he's portrayed as stoic, tough-as-nails cop who strives for justice. 3 / 8

  • DC Universe's Harley Quinn show has flipped the script, though. 4 / 8

  • Gordon is a nervous wreck, buzzing on caffeine and looking like he hasn't slept. 5 / 8

  • It isn't a surprising turn of events considering the wacky nature of Gotham. 6 / 8

  • After all, wouldn't we all go mad if we experienced what Gordon has? 7 / 8

  • In fact, it's a far more realistic take on GCPD's top cop. 8 / 8