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7.9 / 10(1,648 votes)IMDbPG-1320131h 18mUnited States of America

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2

“Justice returns... vengeance returns... redemption comes to Gotham.”

Synopsis

Batman has stopped the reign of terror that The Mutants had cast upon his city. Now an old foe wants a reunion and the government wants The Man of Steel to put a stop to Batman.

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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-07-11

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

January 29, 2013

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

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, Bob Kane
Original Score
Christopher Drake
Original Title
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 18m
Production Budget
$3.5M
Production Studios
Warner Premiere, Warner Bros. Animation, DC

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jay Oliva

Screenplay & Story

Bob Goodman, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson, Bob Kane

Original Score & Music

Christopher Drake

Film Editing

Christopher D. Lozinski

Producers

Michael Uslan, Bruce Timm, Sam Register, Benjamin Melniker

Literary Origin & Source Material
Graphic Novel:Frank MillerGraphic Novel:Klaus JansonCharacters:Bob Kane

Department Leadership Roster

Christopher D. Lozinski

Editor

Jay Oliva

Jay Oliva

Director

Christopher Drake

Original Music Composer

Bob Goodman

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)10

Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

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 2

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 about?

Batman has stopped the reign of terror that The Mutants had cast upon his city. Now an old foe wants a reunion and the government wants The Man of Steel to put a stop to Batman.

Who directed Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 was directed by Jay Oliva.

Who stars in Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2?

The principal cast of Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 includes Peter Weller, Ariel Winter, David Selby, Michael Emerson, Mark Valley.

When was Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 released and how long is it?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.

Who composed the musical score for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 was composed by Christopher Drake.

Is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 based on a book or true story?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 is adapted from the following source material: Graphic Novel: "Frank Miller", Graphic Novel: "Klaus Janson", Characters: "Bob Kane".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2?

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 2 holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 10 (Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).