The Dark Knight
2008, Fantasy/Action, 2h 32m
344 Reviews 250,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Dark, complex, and unforgettable, The Dark Knight succeeds not just as an entertaining comic book film, but as a richly thrilling crime saga. Read critic reviews
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Bruce Wayne, Batman
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Critic Reviews for The Dark Knight
All Critics (344) | Top Critics (78) | Fresh (323) | Rotten (21)
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This may seem like faint praise, but about the highest compliment I can give Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight right now is to say that there were many long stretches during which I didn't even realize it was a superhero movie
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Too much psychology and not enough pop. It's possible to be too serious, you know.
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You will feel utterly numb after the screening of The Dark Knight. The film is bleak and brilliant.
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This is an impressive film in many ways, and Nolan directs with real confidence, yet the overall result feels cumbersome.
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Among the great strengths of The Dark Knight is the way it combines hardboiled naturalism with the kind of stunts and setpieces you expect in summer blockbusters.
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To talk of Heath Ledger's performance is difficult, merely because, as gigantic as it is, it is only one important feature of an intricately wrought canvas.
August 20, 2014 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for The Dark Knight
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Jul 20, 2016This is the best comic book movie of all time. A dark, gritty, and realistic look on how superheroes would act and how they can remain unidentified. With great lead performances by Christian Bale (Batman) and Heath Ledger (The Joker) I believe this is if not the best comic book movie and a competitor for the top spot in crime thrillers as well. Deserves its fantastic reviews and box office totals.Tyler H Super Reviewer
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Jun 20, 2016About as near perfect of a film as you can get for a comic book or action film. The script was brilliant, Heath Ledger's performance was well worth the Oscar he received. Even the intriguing, yet simplistic first scene sets the tone for the entire film. It says something about a film when every other film in its sub-genre tries to emulate it in some shape or form. This really kicked off the style that Marvel is going with now in that the films are first and foremost genre films but with superheroes added to them (this being a crime thriller w superheroes). Definitely one that should be watched by everyone. This film commonly is called the best comic book movie ever and it is hard to argue with people that make that claim.Patrick W Super Reviewer
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May 10, 2016Confidently directed, dark, brooding, and packed with impressive action sequences and a complex story, The Dark Knight includes a career-defining turn from Heath Ledger as well as other Oscar worthy performances, TDK remains not only the best Batman movie, but comic book movie ever created.Gage P Super Reviewer
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May 01, 2016After Christopher Nolan resuscitated Batman in Batman Begins (2005), he brought us this complex, dark and thrilling sequel that shows us how thrilling comic book films can ultimately be.Sean T Super Reviewer
The Dark Knight Quotes
| The Joker: | Enter quote here...Madness, as you know, is like gravity, all it takes is a little push. |
| The Joker: | Madness, as you know, is like gravity, all it takes is a little push. |
| The Joker: | Ya wanna know how I got these scars? My father; was a drinker; and a fiend. And one night, he goes off craazier than usual. Mommy grabs the kitchen knife to defend herself. He doesn't like that. Not. One. Bit. So, me watching, he takes the knife to her, laughing while he does it. He turns to me and say, "Why so Serious?". He comes at me with the knife. "Why so serious?". Sticks the blade in my mouth. "Let's put a smile on that face!". Aaaaaand. (Turns to hostage behind victim) "Why so serious?" (cuts victim's mouth) |
| The Joker: | Ya wanna know how I got these scars? My father; was a drinker; and a fiend. And one night, he goes off crazier than usual. Mommy grabs the kitchen knife to defend herself. He doesn't like that. Not. One. Bit. So, me watching, he takes the knife to her, laughing while he does it. He turns to me and say, why so serious? He comes at me with the knife. Why so serious? Sticks the blade in my mouth. Let's put a smile on that face! Aaaaaand. Why so serious? |
| Harvey Dent: | It's not about what I want. It's about what's fair! |
| The Joker: | We made it. |
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