Batman Legends of the Dark Knight #162 (1989)

Written by John Arcudi; art and cover by Roger Langridge
In stores December 11. "Auteurism," Part 1 of 2. Once, he was a star...then he was a drunk. Now, he's poised to get to the top once again. But to do it, he'll need the Joker's help! A truly unusual 2-part Batman story by writer John Arcudi (DOOM PATROL) featuring the unique art of Roger Langridge (Fred the Clown).