Movie

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

“Old heroes never die. They just get darker.”

★ 7.7(1,720)20121h 16m

Science Fiction Action Animation Mystery

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video in France. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

Where to watch Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

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Director: Jay Oliva
Release date: 2012-09-25
Runtime: 1h 16m
Language: English
Budget: $3,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Premiere
Part of: Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Collection

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 — trailer

About Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is a 2012 movie in the Science Fiction, Action and Animation genres, directed by Jay Oliva, starring Peter Weller, Ariel Winter and David Selby. It has a runtime of 1 hour 16 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.7/10 from 1,720 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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?

Cast

Peter Weller

Batman / Bruce Wayne (voice)

Ariel Winter

Robin / Carrie Kelley (voice)

David Selby

James Gordon (voice)

Wade Williams

Harvey Dent / Two-Face (voice)

Michael McKean

Dr. Bartholomew Wolper (voice)

Rob Paulsen

Jeff Adams (voice)

Gary Anthony Williams

Mutant Leader / Anchor Bill (voice)

Gary Anthony Sturgis

Silk / Other Spike / Young Mutant (voice)

Paget Brewster

Lana Lang (voice)

Carlos Alazraqui

Hernando / TV Host (voice)

Dee Bradley Baker

Don / Fat Mutant / Additional Voices (voice)

Maria Canals-Barrera

Yindel (voice)

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 in France?+

In France, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 on Netflix?+

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?+

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 has a runtime of 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).

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 did Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 come out?+

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is a 2012 movie directed by Jay Oliva.

What genre is Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?+

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is Science Fiction, Action, Animation and Mystery film.

Who directed Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1?+

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 was directed by Jay Oliva.