Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders
Seen it?2016 | 78 min | Action, Animation, Adventure, Family, Science Fiction
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (94% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for sci-fi fans, action fans and families. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Feel-good.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 18 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Adam West and Burt Ward return to their iconic roles of Batman and Robin. The film sees the superheroes going up against classic villains like The Joker, The Riddler, The Penguin and Catwoman, both in Gotham City… and in space.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
94% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
6.5 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a modest audience
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Rick Morales
- Adam WestBruce Wayne / Batman (voice)
- Burt WardDick Grayson / Robin (voice)
- Julie NewmarCatwoman (voice)
- Jeff BergmanAnnouncer / Joker (voice)
- Sirena IrwinMiranda Moore (voice)
- Thomas LennonChief O'Hara (voice)
- William SalyersPenguin (voice)
- Lynne Marie StewartAunt Harriet (voice)
- Jim WardJames Gordon (voice)
- Steven WeberAlfred Pennyworth (voice)