Batman: The Dark Knight Returns
“From the chronicles of the DC Universe comes the sweeping saga of rebirth, revenge, and redemption.”
Synopsis
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?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns | Deluxe Edition Trailer | Warner Bros. EntertainmentOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-30
Top Cast
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Peter Weller
Bruce Wayne / Batman (voice)
Ariel Winter
Carrie Kelley / Robin (voice)
David Selby
Commissioner James Gordon (voice)
Wade Williams
Harvey Dent / Two-Face (voice)
Michael Emerson
Joker (voice)
Dee Bradley Baker
Don / Fat Mutant / Additional Voices (voice)
Maria Canals-Barrera
Commissioner Ellen Yindel (voice)
Paget Brewster
Lana Lang (voice)
Richard Doyle
The Mayor (voice)
Michael Jackson
Alfred Pennyworth (voice)
Yuri Lowenthal
The Son of Batman / Rookie Police Officer (voice)
Michael McKean
Dr. Bartholomew Wolper (voice)
James Patrick Stuart
Murray / Radio Voice (voice)
James Arnold Taylor
Mr. Hudson / Spud (voice)
Bruce Timm
Thomas Wayne / Hydrant Fireman (voice)
Frank Welker
Mayor Stevenson / Weather Man (voice)
Gary Anthony Williams
Mutant Leader / Anchor Bill (voice)
Rob Paulsen
Jeff Adams (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 2013
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jay Oliva
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Goodman, Bob Kane, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson
- Original Score
- Christopher Drake
- Original Title
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Animation, Warner Premiere, DC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jay Oliva
Bob Goodman, Bob Kane, Frank Miller, Klaus Janson
Christopher Drake
Christopher D. Lozinski
Alan Burnett, Michael Uslan, Bruce Timm, Sam Register
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Burnett
Producer
Christopher D. Lozinski
Editor
Bob Goodman
Writer
Jay Oliva
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Batman: The Dark Knight Returns
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What is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns about?
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?
Who directed Batman: The Dark Knight Returns?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns was directed by Jay Oliva.
Who stars in Batman: The Dark Knight Returns?
The principal cast of Batman: The Dark Knight Returns includes Peter Weller, Ariel Winter, David Selby, Wade Williams, Michael Emerson.
When was Batman: The Dark Knight Returns released and how long is it?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 2h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns was composed by Christopher Drake.
Is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns based on a book or true story?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Bob Kane", Graphic Novel: "Frank Miller", Graphic Novel: "Klaus Janson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns?
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).