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Batman Returns (1992)

The Bat. The Cat. The Penguin.

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The monstrous Penguin, who dwells in the sewers beneath Gotham, joins up with corrupt mayoral candidate Max Shreck to topple the Batman once and for all. But when Shreck's timid assistant Selina Kyle finds out, and Shreck tries to kill her, she's transformed into the sexy Catwoman. She teams up with the Penguin and Shreck to destroy Batman, but sparks fly unexpectedly when she confronts the caped crusader.

Release Date
June 19, 1992
Runtime
2h 6m
Rating
6.9/10 (7036 votes)

Director: Tim Burton

Cast: Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, Michael Gough, Pat Hingle, Michael Murphy, Vincent Schiavelli

Collection: Batman Collection

Production: Warner Bros. Pictures, Polygram Pictures
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Budget
$80M
Revenue
$280M
Full Cast (49 people)

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The Movie Mob - 5/10

**Batman Returns overplays the comic book campiness of the decade and Burton's strange style but is balanced by astonishing performances and a more contained superhero story.** Warner Bros was quick to begin production on a sequel to Batman (1989) after its colossal success literally saved the studio from bankruptcy. This time Tim Burton was given complete creative control over the entire film,...

October 1, 2022

Andre Gonzales - 8/10

The only other great batman movie. Not as much action but still was a really good movie.

April 25, 2023

Rob - 6/10

Tim Burton's original Batman definitely deserved a worthy sequel. Unfortunately, this just doesn't cut it. Keaton's Batman deserved more grit and drama, not corny comical antics. It's worth a look, but keep your expectations low.

May 28, 2023

Batman Returns

Batman Returns

The Bat. The Cat. The Penguin.

The Bat. The Cat. The Penguin.

6.9
126 min

The monstrous Penguin, who dwells in the sewers beneath Gotham, joins up with corrupt mayoral candidate Max Shreck to topple the Batman once and for all. But when Shreck's timid assistant Selina Kyle finds out, and Shreck tries to kill her, she's transformed into the sexy Catwoman. She teams up with the Penguin and Shreck to destroy Batman, but sparks fly unexpectedly when she confronts the caped crusader.

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Production Info
StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date6/19/1992
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Cast

Michael Keaton

as Bruce Wayne / Batman

Danny DeVito

as Oswald Cobblepot / The Penguin

Michelle Pfeiffer

as Selina Kyle / Catwoman

Christopher Walken

as Max Shreck

Michael Gough

as Alfred Pennyworth

Pat Hingle

as Commissioner James Gordon

Michael Murphy

as Mayor

Vincent Schiavelli

as Organ Grinder

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Videos

Selina Kyle goes FERAL

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Becoming Catwoman

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Batman Defeats The Penguin

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Penguin's Sinister Debut

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DC Super Scenes: The Penguin’s Deal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Batman Returns about?

The monstrous Penguin, who dwells in the sewers beneath Gotham, joins up with corrupt mayoral candidate Max Shreck to topple the Batman once and for all. But when Shreck's timid assistant Selina Kyle …

How long is Batman Returns?

2h 6m

When was Batman Returns released?

June 19, 1992

Who directed Batman Returns?

Tim Burton

Who stars in Batman Returns?

Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer

What genre is Batman Returns?

Action, Fantasy

What is Batman Returns rated?

PG-13

Is Batman Returns available to stream?

Yes, on HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel