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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

2012, English. Directed by Jay Oliva.

Old heroes never die. They just get darker.

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?

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Runtime
1h 16m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
PG-13

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

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.

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Released
25 September 2012
Country
United States of America
Written by
Bob Goodman
Budget
$3.5M
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What Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is based on

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is based on The Dark Knight Returns, a 1986 graphic novel by Frank Miller, published by DC Comics and Batman, a comics character by Bill Finger and Bob Kane.

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What comes after Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

Next in the series: Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 (2013).

Is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 1,768 TMDB viewer ratings.

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

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

Does Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 on?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)

What movies are like Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

If you liked Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1, try Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay, Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Two.

Who directed Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 (2012) was directed by Jay Oliva and stars Peter Weller, Ariel Winter, David Selby.

What is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 based on?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is based on The Dark Knight Returns, a 1986 graphic novel by Frank Miller, published by DC Comics and Batman, a comics character by Bill Finger and Bob Kane.

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