Batman has been an iconic superhero for decades. His dark knight persona has been a source of fascination and inspiration for millions of fans across the globe. The Batman animated movies have been a huge part of this success. If you’re a fan of Batman and haven’t seen the animated movies, you’re missing out. Here’s a guide to the Batman animated movies in the right order, from the oldest to the newest.
Batman: The Animated Series (1992)
The first in the series of animated movies was released in 1992 and was called Batman: The Animated Series. It was a huge success and became the longest running series in the history of the franchise. The series ran for 85 episodes and featured the voice talents of Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill as Batman and the Joker respectively. The series introduced many of Batman’s greatest villains, including the Joker, Ra’s al Ghul, Mr. Freeze, and Scarecrow. The series was also the first to introduce Harley Quinn, who later became one of the most popular characters in the franchise.
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)
The second movie in the series was released in 1993 and was called Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. This movie was a direct spin-off of the TV series and featured the same voice cast. The movie follows Batman as he investigates the mysterious “Phantasm” and battles the Joker. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero (1998)
The third movie in the series was released in 1998 and was called Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero. This movie was a direct sequel to Mask of the Phantasm and featured the same voice cast. The movie follows Batman as he teams up with Mr. Freeze to save his beloved Nora Fries. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
Batman Beyond: The Return of the Joker (2000)
The fourth movie in the series was released in 2000 and was called Batman Beyond: The Return of the Joker. This movie was a direct sequel to Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero and featured the voice talents of Will Friedle and Mark Hamill as Batman and the Joker respectively. The movie follows Batman as he faces the return of the Joker in the future. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman (2003)
The fifth movie in the series was released in 2003 and was called Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman. This movie was a direct sequel to Batman Beyond: The Return of the Joker and featured the voice talents of Kelly Ripa and Kyra Sedgwick as Batwoman and the villainess respectively. The movie follows Batman as he investigates the mysterious Batwoman and battles a new villain. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2008)
The sixth movie in the series was released in 2008 and was called Batman: The Brave and the Bold. This movie was a direct spin-off of the TV series of the same name and featured the voice talents of Diedrich Bader and John DiMaggio as Batman and the Joker respectively. The movie follows Batman as he teams up with other superheroes to battle the Joker and other villains. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
Batman: Year One (2011)
The seventh movie in the series was released in 2011 and was called Batman: Year One. This movie was a direct adaptation of the comic book of the same name and featured the voice talents of Ben McKenzie and Eliza Dushku as Batman and Catwoman respectively. The movie follows Batman as he embarks on his first year as a crime fighter. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns (2012)
The eighth movie in the series was released in 2012 and was called Batman: The Dark Knight Returns. This movie was a direct adaptation of the comic book of the same name and featured the voice talents of Peter Weller and Michael Emerson as Batman and the Joker respectively. The movie follows Batman as he returns to crime fighting after a long absence. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
Batman: Bad Blood (2016)
The ninth movie in the series was released in 2016 and was called Batman: Bad Blood. This movie was a direct sequel to Batman: The Dark Knight Returns and featured the voice talents of Jason O’Mara and Morena Baccarin as Batman and Talia al Ghul respectively. The movie follows Batman as he battles against Talia al Ghul and her League of Assassins. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
Batman vs. Two-Face (2017)
The tenth and final movie in the series was released in 2017 and was called Batman vs. Two-Face. This movie was a direct sequel to Batman: Bad Blood and featured the voice talents of Adam West and William Shatner as Batman and Two-Face respectively. The movie follows Batman as he battles Two-Face and attempts to restore Harvey Dent’s mind. The movie was well-received by fans and critics alike and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program.
So there you have it, the Batman animated movies in the right order. From the classic Batman: The Animated Series to the modern Batman vs. Two-Face, these movies are a must-watch for any Batman fan. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the greatest animated Batman movies of all time!
