Behind The Mask Of Adam West

Producers Wanted West As Bruce Wayne

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Producer William Dozier wanted West to play the cape crusader after seeing the actor perform as a James Bond-like spy in a Nestle Quik commercial.

The only other competition for the role was Lyle Waggoner. Burt Ward was signed on to play Robin, completing one of TV’s most iconic duos. It wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows on the set. Details about West and Ward’s relationship is still on the way.