Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 movie poster

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

2012 · 1h 16m · Released

PG-13 Science Fiction, Action, Animation, Mystery

Batman has not been seen for ten years. A new breed of criminal ravages Gotham City, forcing 55-year-old Bruce Wayne back into the cape and cowl. But, does he still have what it takes to fight crime in a new era?

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.7 The Movie Database
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N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

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Top cast and crew

Jay Oliva Director
Peter Weller Batman / Bruce Wayne (voice)
Ariel Winter Robin / Carrie Kelley (voice)
David Selby James Gordon (voice)
Wade Williams Harvey Dent / Two-Face (voice)
Michael McKean Dr. Bartholomew Wolper (voice)
Rob Paulsen Jeff Adams (voice)
Gary Anthony Williams Mutant Leader / Anchor Bill (voice)
Gary Anthony Sturgis Silk / Other Spike / Young Mutant (voice)
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Frequently asked questions about Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

Where can I watch Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 in the United States?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What are the ratings for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 stars Peter Weller, Ariel Winter, David Selby, Wade Williams, and Michael McKean. Jay Oliva is the director.

How long is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 runs 1h 16m (76 minutes).

When did Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 come out?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was released on September 25, 2012.

Which studio made Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was produced by Warner Premiere, Warner Bros. Animation, and DC in the United States.

What was the budget for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was made on a budget of $3,500,000.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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