Batman(1989)
“Justice is always darkest before the dawn.”
Overview
Having witnessed his parents' brutal murder as a child, millionaire philanthropist Bruce Wayne fights crime in Gotham City disguised as Batman, a costumed hero who strikes fear into the hearts of villains. But when a deformed madman known as 'The Joker' seizes control of Gotham's criminal underworld, Batman must face his most ruthless nemesis ever while protecting both his identity and his love interest, reporter Vicki Vale.
Director
Tim Burton
Studio
Warner Bros. Pictures
Budget
$35M
Revenue
$411M
Cast
Michael Keaton
as Bruce Wayne / Batman
Jack Nicholson
as Jack Napier / The Joker
Kim Basinger
as Vicki Vale
Robert Wuhl
as Alexander Knox
Pat Hingle
as Commissioner James Gordon
Billy Dee Williams
as Harvey Dent
Michael Gough
as Alfred Pennyworth
Jack Palance
as Grissom
Jerry Hall
as Alicia
Tracey Walter
as Bob the Goon
Lee Wallace
as Mayor
William Hootkins
as Eckhardt
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1989
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
English
Rating
7.2 / 10
Budget
$35M
Box Office
$411M
Production Companies
Warner Bros. Pictures • Polygram Pictures • The Guber-Peters Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Batman?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Batman (1989).
What is Batman about?▼
Having witnessed his parents' brutal murder as a child, millionaire philanthropist Bruce Wayne fights crime in Gotham City disguised as Batman, a costumed hero who strikes fear into the hearts of villains. But when a deformed madman known as 'The Joker' seizes control of Gotham's criminal underworld, Batman must face his most ruthless nemesis ever while protecting both his identity and his love interest, reporter Vicki Vale.
Who directed Batman?▼
Batman was directed by Tim Burton and released in 1989. It is a fantasy, action, crime film.
How long is Batman?▼
Batman has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
Who stars in Batman?▼
The cast of Batman includes Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne / Batman, Jack Nicholson as Jack Napier / The Joker, Kim Basinger as Vicki Vale, Robert Wuhl as Alexander Knox, Pat Hingle as Commissioner James Gordon and more.
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