Season 1 (Gotham)

Season 1
Information
Network	Fox
Start Date	September 22, 2014
End Date	May 4, 2015
Time Slot	Mondays at 8:00 pm
Number of Episodes	22
Chronology
Followed by	Season 2

Season Navigation
Season: 1 • 2

The first season of Gotham premiered on September 22, 2014, and concluded on May 4, 2015. The season consists of 22 episodes.

Synopsis

A new recruit in Captain Sarah Essen's Gotham City Police Department, Detective Jim Gordon is paired with Harvey Bullock to solve one of Gotham's most high-profile cases ever: the murder of Thomas and Martha Wayne. During his investigation, Gordon meets the Waynes' son, Bruce, now in the care of his butler Alfred, which further compels Gordon to catch the killer. Along the way, Gordon must confront gang boss Fish Mooney, as well as many of Gotham's future villains, such as Selina Kyle and Oswald Cobblepot. Eventually, Gordon is forced to form an unlikely friendship with Bruce, one that will help shape the boy's future in becoming The Dark Knight.

Cast

Main Cast

• Ben McKenzie as Jim Gordon
• Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock
• David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne
• Zabryna Guevara as Sarah Essen
• Sean Pertwee as Alfred Pennyworth
• Robin Lord Taylor as Penguin (Oswald Cobblepot)
• Erin Richards as Barbara Kean
• Camren Bicondova as Selina "Cat" Kyle
• Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma
• Victoria Cartagena as Renee Montoya *
• Andrew Stewart-Jones as Crispus Allen *
• John Doman as Carmine Falcone *
• Jada Pinkett Smith as Fish Mooney

Recurring Cast

• Drew Powell as Butch Gilzean
• David Zayas as Salvatore Maroni
• Morena Baccarin as Leslie "Lee" Thompkins
• J.W. Cortes as Carlos Alvarez
• Chelsea Spack as Kristin Kringle
• Alex Corrado as Gabe
• Makenzie Leigh as Liza
• Richard Kind as Aubrey James
• Clare Foley as Ivy Pepper
• Carol Kane as Gertrud Kapelput
• Dasheill Eaves as Kelly
• Philip Hernandez as Guerra
• Anthony Carrigan as Victor Zsasz
• Peter Scolari as Gillian Loeb

Notes:

1. Victoria Cartagena, Andrew Stewart-Jones, and John Doman are credited as guest stars in 1x01 Pilot and as series regulars from 1x02 Selina Kyle onwards.

Episodes

#	Episode Title	Directed by	Story By	Teleplay By	Episode Airdate
1	Pilot	Danny Cannon	Bruno Heller		September 22, 2014
Gordon and his world-weary partner Harvey Bullock investigate the killings of billionaire philanthropist Thomas Wayne and his wife Martha. The only witness to their shootings being the couple's young son Bruce.
2	Selina Kyle	Danny Cannon	Bruno Heller		September 29, 2014
Detectives Gordon and Bullock investigate a child trafficking ring preying on Gotham's street kids, including Selina Kyle. Meanwhile, Penguin resurfaces in the countryside and begins to make his way back to Gotham, leaving victims in his wake.
3	The Balloonman	Dermott Downs	John Stephens		October 6, 2014
Detectives Gordon and Bullock track down a vigilante who is killing corrupt Gotham citizens by attaching them to weather balloons. Meanwhile, Oswald Cobblepot returns to Gotham and gets a new job close to an influential figure in the underworld.
4	Arkham	T.J. Scott	Ken Woodruff		October 13, 2014
As a contentious city council vote on the future of the Arkham District approaches, politicians from both sides are in danger. Gordon and Bullock must race to protect the council and an old friend visits Gordon.
5	Viper	Tim Hunter	Rebecca Perry Cutter		October 20, 2014
Gordon and Bullock search for the source of a new street drug that causes euphoria then death. Meanwhile, Oswald Cobblepot works his way deeper into Maroni's inner circle and Fish Mooney continues to plot against Falcone.
6	Spirit of the Goat	T.J. Scott	Ben Edlund		October 27, 2014
When a killer begins targeting the firstborn of Gotham's elite, Bullock is forced to confront traumatic memories from a nearly identical case he worked in the past. Later, Gordon is confronted by past decisions.
7	Penguin's Umbrella	Rob Bailey	Bruno Heller		November 3, 2014
As violence between Maroni and Falcone continues to escalate, Penguin reveals a new component of his manipulative strategy, forcing Gordon to deal with the consequences of his decision to spare Penguin's life.
8	The Mask	Paul A. Edwards	John Stephens		November 10, 2014
Gordon and Bullock investigate a Gothamite who runs a deadly fight club for candidates applying for a job at his financial firm. Meanwhile, Bruce returns to school and gets a visit from a new friend.
9	Harvey Dent	Karen Gaviola	Ken Woodruff		November 17, 2014
Trying to close the Wayne murder case, a young Harvey Dent and Gordon team up, much to Mayor James' chagrin. Meanwhile, Penguin makes contact with Mooney's secret weapon, Liza.
10	Lovecraft	Guy Ferland	Rebecca Dameron		November 24, 2014
Following a misstep, Gordon is reassigned to duty at Arkham Asylum. Meanwhile, Selina leads Bruce Wayne on a perilous journey through Gotham to evade the assassins after her.
11	Rogues' Gallery	Oz Scott	Sue Chung		January 5, 2015
Det. Gordon's assignment at Arkham Asylum gets off to a rocky start when the murder of a guard ignites an investigation, leading him to meet Dr. Leslie Thompkins. Meanwhile, Cobblepot continues to build his army.
12	What the Little Bird Told Him	Eagle Egilsson	Ben Edlund		January 19, 2015
In an attempt to get his job back, Gordon seeks to capture Jack Gruber, a deranged electrical genius who escapes Arkham Asylum. Meanwhile, Falcone struggles to hold onto his empire after Fish Mooney makes her next move.
13	Welcome Back, Jim Gordon	Wendey Stanzler	Megan Mostyn-Brown		January 26, 2015
When the key witness in a homicide ends up dead while being held for questioning by the police, Gordon suspects that it's an inside job and looks to an old friend for information. Meanwhile, Oswald Cobblepot takes control of one of Fish Mooney's prized possessions, as she gets a small taste of her own medicine.
14	The Fearsome Dr. Crane	John Behring	John Stephens		February 2, 2015
Fish Mooney reveals a secret of Oswald Cobblepot's, prompting Maroni to take him on a trip to test his loyalty. Meanwhile, Gordon and Bullock hunt down a killer who targets victims with severe phobias and Bruce Wayne confronts Gordon for failing to make progress on his parents' murder case.
15	The Scarecrow	Nick Copus	Ken Woodruff		February 9, 2015
Gordon and Bullock set out to stop Gerald Crane, a biology teacher who has been harvesting the adrenal glands of his murder victims. Meanwhile, after finding herself in an unusual setting, Mooney continues plotting to gain power, and Falcone attempts to change Maroni's plan for the Penguin. Then, Bruce takes a treacherous hike.
16	The Blind Fortune Teller	Jeffrey Hunter	Bruno Heller		February 16, 2015
Gordon takes Dr. Leslie Thompkins to the circus, but the date changes quickly when a fight breaks out among the performers. Then, Falcone enlists Butch Gilzean to help Penguin with the nightclub, while Fish Mooney is otherwise occupied. Also, Bruce Wayne schedules a meeting with the Wayne Enterprises board.
17	Red Hood	Nathan Hope	Danny Cannon		February 23, 2015
Following several bank robberies, Gordon and Bullock investigate the Red Hood gang. Selina Kyle continues to bond with Barbara, and Fish Mooney tries to reclaim her position in the underworld.
18	Everyone Has a Cobblepot	Bill Eagles	Megan Mostyn-Brown		March 2, 2015
While Gordon seeks information about the recent controversy with Commissioner Loeb, Fish's allegiance with the prisoners is questioned when she appears to join forces with Dr. Dulmacher. Meanwhile, after an attack close to home, Bruce deals with the aftermath.
19	Beasts of Prey	Eagle Egilsson	Ken Woodruff		April 13, 2015
Gordon and Bullock investigate a cold case involving the Ogre, a serial killer who targets young women in Gotham City. Meanwhile, Fish plots her escape from the Dollmaker, and Bruce and Selina confront Reggie.
20	Under the Knife	T.J. Scott	John Stephens		April 20, 2015
Gordon and Bullock continue to investigate the Ogre, who begins to make his move on someone close to Gordon. Meanwhile, Bruce and Selina team up to expose a corrupt Wayne Enterprises employee and Nygma comes to Kristin Kringle's defense.
21	The Anvil or the Hammer	Paul A. Edwards	Jordan Harper		April 27, 2015
The Ogre breaks down Barbara's emotions, while Gordon and Bullock go to great lengths to track him down. Meanwhile, Penguin leads a massacre, starting an epic war, while Bruce learns the truth about Wayne Enterprises and Nygma deals with his recent actions.
22	All Happy Families Are Alike	Danny Cannon	Bruno Heller		May 4, 2015
As Gotham City's gang war reaches its boiling point, Fish Mooney goes head-to-head with Maroni and Penguin in an attempt to re-stake her claim on the city. Meanwhile, Barbara Kean and Leslie Thompkins are brought together after recent events, and Bruce searches Wayne Manor for any clues that his father might have left behind.

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