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Batman: Knightfall - Part 1 - Knightfall

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Arkham Asylum has been destroyed, and all its inmates have been unleashed upon Gotham City. As Batman races to round up some of his greatest enemies, he is pushed to his physical and mental limits and into a final confrontation with a new threat: the man called Bane! Based on the iconic DC comic book event, Batman: Knightfall - Part 1: Knightfall tells the story of the breaking of the Bat.
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Christie Cronan Common Sense Media Sep 15, 2026
4/5
The film packs lots of action and thrills into its short 78-minute runtime as the climax builds, leaving audiences hungry for the sequel. Go to Full Review
Pat Bulfamante The MontyVerse Sep 12, 2026
A brutal, intelligent adaptation that understands Batman’s greatest strength can also become his most destructive flaw. Go to Full Review
Douglas Davidson Elements of Madness Sep 12, 2026
2.5/5
... rushes to get to the eponymous event, using much of its time to establish supportive characters rather than the inherent danger of someone understanding how to take down The Batman. Go to Full Review
Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies Sep 10, 2026
4.5/5
A great collection of characters with a top-to-bottom strong ensemble to go along with the enthralling story and jaw-dropping animation….all key ingredients in this exhilarating trilogy kickoff that wonderfully sets the table for what’s to come. Go to Full Review
Ayomikun Adekaiyero CBR Sep 2, 2026
6/10
Unashamedly embraces the silliness and impossibility of the original comic’s story, largely avoiding the adaptation pitfalls DC has stumbled into before. Go to Full Review
Akos Peterbencze The Screen Aug 30, 2026
Knightfall is a serviceable trilogy-launcher with prestigious (if standard) visuals, decent voice-acting, and a balanced direction, but its writing is stretched too thin to cover more than the bare essentials of a richly layered narrative... Go to Full Review
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Bruce W @MovieBuff95 9 hrs ago In less than 80 minutes it achieves not only to develop it's characters, unfold a solid storyline loyal to its source but also peak into a violent, shocking climax that leaves you without words. The best from DC since DKR & easily within Top Ten ever. See more Jason T @RT38646107 1 day ago Batman: Knightfall Part 1 is a thrilling and intense Batman story with great action, strong characters, and a darker atmosphere. It raises the stakes for Batman while introducing a formidable new threat without losing what makes the character so compelling. The pacing is occasionally uneven, but overall, it’s an exciting and memorable read for both longtime Batman fans and newcomers. See more diogo13 T @Tua_mera 5 days ago A brutal, dark adaptation that remains extremely faithful to the spirit of the iconic 90s comic book. The greatest strength of this first part is how it builds the physical and psychological breakdown of Bruce Wayne, who is exhausted from trying to contain the absolute chaos that has engulfed Gotham following the destruction of Arkham. Michael Mando delivers a genuinely terrifying and calculating Bane, and Studio Mirror’s animation shines with visceral action sequences, though the fluidity still leaves room for improvement. See more MB C @MB.Cinema 5 days ago When Bane arrives in Gotham, he sets out to break Batman by exhausting him physically and psychologically, unleashing Arkham’s most dangerous criminals while Bruce struggles to balance his responsibilities to Tim Drake and Jean-Paul Valley. This first chapter builds tension through a compelling portrayal of Batman’s stubborn determination and Bane’s strategic intelligence. The dark, gothic animation captures the atmosphere of the classic 1990s comics, while Michael Mando delivers an imposing voice performance as Bane. However, Jean-Paul Valley’s storyline feels underdeveloped, and some character backgrounds could use more room to breathe. Still, Knightfall – Part 1 lays a strong foundation for the larger story, exploring how Batman’s refusal to rely on others may become his greatest weakness. See more Asad T @RT94056845 Sep 30, 2026 It's good enough for people who don't really understand the complexities of life, that includes children and many adults. I think the animation style should've been more "Teen Titans" vibe, to match with the shallow understanding of much deeper concepts and situations. Batman should not be relatable. Year One and Gotham Knight did better. No more "big eyes" Ben Affleck please. See more Mars A @CountMonteKristo Sep 27, 2026 This is my all time favorite storyline in Batman (and Odin knows, I read em all). While I absolutely loved and appreciated the Dark Knight rises... this... was next level. An outstanding animated rendition of the comics themselves. Beautiful, terrifying, heart wrenching, and much more. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Arkham Asylum has been destroyed, and all its inmates have been unleashed upon Gotham City. As Batman races to round up some of his greatest enemies, he is pushed to his physical and mental limits and into a final confrontation with a new threat: the man called Bane! Based on the iconic DC comic book event, Batman: Knightfall - Part 1: Knightfall tells the story of the breaking of the Bat.
Director
Jeff Wamester
Producer
James Krieg, Kimberly S. Moreau
Screenwriter
Jeremy Adams
Distributor
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment
Production Co
DC Entertainment, Warner Bros. Animation
Rating
R (Strong Bloody Violence)
Genre
Action, Adventure, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 24, 2026
Runtime
1h 19m
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