Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2012, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is an action, mystery, animation and science fiction film directed by Jay Oliva, running about 76 minutes. “Old heroes never die. They just get darker.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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’s in it. Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 stars Peter Weller as Batman / Bruce Wayne (voice), Ariel Winter as Robin / Carrie Kelley (voice), David Selby as James Gordon (voice) and Wade Williams as Harvey Dent / Two-Face (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 (2012)?
- In US, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 worth watching?
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, mystery, animation and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 stars Peter Weller, Ariel Winter, David Selby, Wade Williams and Michael McKean.
- When was Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 released?
- Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.