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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1
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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

2012-09-25 · 76 min · ★ 7.7

Science Fiction · Action · Animation · Mystery

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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Directors
Jay Oliva
Production companies
Warner Premiere, Warner Bros. Animation, DC
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 3,500,000

Top Cast

Peter WellerPeter WellerBatman / Bruce Wayne (voice)
Ariel WinterAriel WinterRobin / Carrie Kelley (voice)
David SelbyDavid SelbyJames Gordon (voice)
Wade WilliamsWade WilliamsHarvey Dent / Two-Face (voice)
Michael McKeanMichael McKeanDr. Bartholomew Wolper (voice)
Rob PaulsenRob PaulsenJeff Adams (voice)
Gary Anthony WilliamsGary Anthony WilliamsMutant Leader / Anchor Bill (voice)
Gary Anthony SturgisGary Anthony SturgisSilk / Other Spike / Young Mutant (voice)
Paget BrewsterPaget BrewsterLana Lang (voice)
Carlos AlazraquiCarlos AlazraquiHernando / TV Host (voice)
Dee Bradley BakerDee Bradley BakerDon / Fat Mutant / Additional Voices (voice)
Maria Canals-BarreraMaria Canals-BarreraYindel (voice)
Cathy CavadiniCathy CavadiniJoanie / Woman with Hot Dog (voice)
Townsend ColemanTownsend ColemanMorrie / Civilian (voice)
Grey DeLisleGrey DeLisleAnchor Carla / Female Mutant (voice)
Greg EaglesGreg EaglesMackie (voice)
Michael EmersonMichael EmersonJoker (voice)
Michael JacksonMichael JacksonAlfred Pennyworth (voice)
Maurice LaMarcheMaurice LaMarcheDr. Willing / News Anchor (voice)
Sam McMurraySam McMurrayAnchor Ted (voice)

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