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By Christie Cronan
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Violence, language in animated DC noir action-thriller.
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Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall
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What's the Story?
With Arkham Asylum destroyed and its inmates unleashed onto Gotham City, Batman (Anson Mount) races to stop some of his greatest enemies in BATMAN: KNIGHTFALL PART 1: KNIGHTFALL. Exhausted past his breaking point, Batman is forced to confront a new threat: powerhouse villain Bane (Michael Mando).
Is It Any Good?
A powerful launch for the long-anticipated trilogy, Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall remains devoted to its source material while delving into the breakdown of the Dark Knight. This gritty animated film slowly reveals the decline of the beloved but overworked DC comic book hero as exciting villain cameos, gruesome fight scenes, and a brutal Bane origin story keep audiences entertained. Faithful comic book fans will appreciate the noir visuals, voice casting, and Batman lore throughout. The film packs lots of action and thrills into its short 78-minute run time as the climax builds, leaving audiences hungry for the sequel.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how animated films like Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall compare to other comic book-to-screen Batman films. How does this film compare to other animated Batman films that you have seen? How does it differ?
How does this film compare to the comic books' storyline arc? What was added? What was missing? What responsibility do the filmmakers have for adapting the story from comic book to film?
Was the violence in this film over-the-top, or necessary for the story's themes? Why?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : August 24, 2026
- Cast : Anson Mount , Michael Mando
- Director : Jeff Wamester
- Studio : Warner Bros.
- Genre : Action/Adventure
- Topics : Adventures , Superheroes
- Character Strengths : Courage , Perseverance
- Run time : 78 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : strong bloody violence
- Last updated : September 21, 2026
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