Batman: The Animated Series is an American animated series based on the DC Comics character Batman. The series features an ensemble cast of many voice-actors including Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill, Efrem Zimbalist, Jr., Arleen Sorkin, and Loren Lester. The series won four Emmy Awards and was nominated for six others. Noted for its thematic complexity, darkness, and high artistic quality, the show has been praised by critics and fans alike as one of the most faithful adaptations of the character. The visual style of the series, dubbed "Dark Deco," is based on the artwork of producer and artist Bruce Timm. IGN has called the series the best adaptation of Batman anywhere outside of comics, the best comic book cartoon of all time, and the second best animated series of all time.