Crossover

Imagine having two favourite TV shows. Wouldn't it be nice if the characters in the two shows were to mix together into one show?

TV show producers also thought it would be nice so hence they decided to come up with "crossovers". A crossover episode is when characters from another show appear in another show. Not only did it add an interesting twist to our favourite shows, but it created a whole new dimension to viewing enjoyment.

Crossovers were so successful that entire crossover series were created. An example of this is the Justice League series where we see favourites like Superman, Batman, Wonderwoman and other characters come together in one show.

However, what is lost in the process of crossovers is the uniqueness of that one show. It kind of makes Superman look bad if we expect Batman to appear to save his arse everytime he's up against a villian with kryptonite. Sometimes I watch an episode of Batman and when he's in trouble and it seems like there's no way for him to save his hide, I would expect Superman to burst in and say, "Hey, Bruce- er, Batman, I just happened to be flying around the neighborhood and I noticed you're in a pinch. Need a hand?"

I guess what I'm trying to say is that crossovers are good once in a while but there are times when it's better for a show to be by itself without having to rely on other shows.

Also, just because one crossover episode is a success it doesn't mean that it will always work with the masses. It's too much to ask to try and use what's already been worn out.

Once the crossover is over, it's pointless to try and force it to continue. The respective characters need their own time to shine and to grow. If another crossover were to be scheduled in the future, then it will bring with it the stronger and better elements from each show and make an even better one.

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