Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1
“Old heroes never die. They just get darker.”
Synopsis
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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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-09-18
Top Cast
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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)
Paget Brewster
Lana Lang (voice)
Carlos Alazraqui
Hernando / TV Host (voice)
Dee Bradley Baker
Don / Fat Mutant / Additional Voices (voice)
Maria Canals-Barrera
Yindel (voice)
Cathy Cavadini
Joanie / Woman with Hot Dog (voice)
Townsend Coleman
Morrie / Civilian (voice)
Grey DeLisle
Anchor Carla / Female Mutant (voice)
Greg Eagles
Mackie (voice)
Michael Emerson
Joker (voice)
Michael Jackson
Alfred Pennyworth (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 25, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 25, 2012
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$3.5M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jay Oliva
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Goodman, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson
- Original Score
- Christopher Drake
- Original Title
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Budget
- $3.5M
- Production Studios
- Warner Premiere, Warner Bros. Animation, DC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jay Oliva
Bob Goodman, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson
Christopher Drake
Christopher D. Lozinski
Sam Register, Bruce Timm, Michael Uslan, Benjamin Melniker
Department Leadership Roster
Jay Oliva
Director
Christopher D. Lozinski
Editor
Christopher Drake
Original Music Composer
Bob Goodman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1
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What is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 about?
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?
Who directed Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was directed by Jay Oliva.
Who stars in Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?
The principal cast of Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 includes Peter Weller, Ariel Winter, David Selby, Wade Williams, Michael McKean.
When was Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 released and how long is it?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was composed by Christopher Drake.
Is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 based on a book or true story?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is adapted from the following source material: Graphic Novel: "Frank Miller", Graphic Novel: "Klaus Janson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).