Batman: The Dark Knight Returns
2013, English. Directed by Jay Oliva.
From the chronicles of the DC Universe comes the sweeping saga of rebirth, revenge, and redemption.
Batman has not been seen for ten years. A new breed of criminal ravages Gotham City, forcing fifty-five-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?
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch Batman: The Dark Knight Returns
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Jay OlivaDirector
- Peter WellerBruce Wayne / Batman (voice)
- Ariel WinterCarrie Kelley / Robin (voice)
- David SelbyCommissioner James Gordon (voice)
- Wade WilliamsHarvey Dent / Two-Face (voice)
- Michael EmersonJoker (voice)
- Dee Bradley BakerDon / Fat Mutant / Additional Voices (voice)
- Maria Canals-BarreraCommissioner Ellen Yindel (voice)
- Paget BrewsterLana Lang (voice)
- Richard DoyleThe Mayor (voice)
- Michael JacksonAlfred Pennyworth (voice)
- Yuri LowenthalThe Son of Batman / Rookie Police Officer (voice)
- Michael McKeanDr. Bartholomew Wolper (voice)
Details
- Released
- 8 October 2013
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bob Goodman
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What Batman: The Dark Knight Returns is based on
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns is based on The Dark Knight Returns, a 1986 graphic novel by Frank Miller, published by DC Comics.
Graphic novel · 1986
The Dark Knight Returns
By Frank Miller
Published by DC Comics
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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns: quick answers
Is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.1/10 from 172 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns runs 148 minutes (2h 28m).
Does Batman: The Dark Knight Returns have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns on?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Batman: The Dark Knight Returns?
If you liked Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, try Injustice, Superman: Unbound, Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay.
Who directed Batman: The Dark Knight Returns?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns (2013) was directed by Jay Oliva and stars Peter Weller, Ariel Winter, David Selby.
What is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns based on?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns is based on The Dark Knight Returns, a 1986 graphic novel by Frank Miller, published by DC Comics.