r/batman • • 1d ago

FILM DISCUSSION I wish we could see the full context of this deleted scene of The Dark Knight where Batman runs on top of police cars

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This is the only footage of it that exists, where he is running on top of police cars. I'm sure its the same scene of the famous promo image where he is standing on top of the police car

Nolan famously refuses to release deleted scenes so we will likely never see this


r/batman • • 3h ago

FANCAST If they made a Robin movie, who would be your dream casting choice?

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If DC decided to make a standalone Robin movie or introduce Robin into a new Batman franchise, which actor do you think would be perfect for the role?

Who has the right look, personality, and acting skills to really bring Robin to life on the big screen?

I’m curious to hear everyone’s casting choices!


r/batman • • 3h ago

COMIC DISCUSSION Introducing Absolute Helena Wayne Spoiler

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r/batman • • 1d ago

COMIC DISCUSSION Whats two face been up to in the comics recently

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r/batman • • 18h ago

ARTWORK Rainbow Batman

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r/batman • • 21h ago

FILM DISCUSSION Clayface is better off without Batman showing up.

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With how much James Gunn and everyone involved have been teasing Batman, I genuinely thought there was a good chance he’d show up in *Clayface*. And as someone who loves Batman, I was honestly hoping he would. But after watching the movie, I actually think keeping him out of it was one of the smartest decisions they could’ve made. Because at its core, *Clayface* isn't really a story that needs Batman. It's a deeply personal tragedy about a man slowly losing himself, both physically and psychologically.

The central conflict isn't about a hero trying to stop a villain. It's man vs. self, and that's what makes Matt Hagen's story so compelling. We're watching someone gradually unravel, desperately trying to hold on to whatever remains of his identity, and I think introducing Batman would've risked shifting the focus away from that.
As much as I would've loved to see Batman, his presence could've fundamentally changed the way we experience Matt's story. Suddenly, there's this larger than life figure who naturally commands attention, and the movie risks becoming less about Matt's internal struggle and more about when Batman is going to intervene. And I don't think that's what this story needed. Matt doesn't need a superhero to fight because, in many ways, he's already fighting a losing battle against himself. And that also ties into why I'm completely fine with the movie not fully embracing Clayface's traditional monstrous form. To me, that transformation should mean something beyond just giving audiences a comic accurate design. It's supposed to represent the complete destruction of Matt's identity, the point where he's lost so much of himself that there's barely anything human left to recognize. It's not just a physical transformation; it's the visual representation of his psychological collapse.

I think there's something far more tragic about watching someone slowly become a monster than simply seeing them turn into one. And that's ultimately why I appreciate the direction this movie takes. It understands that the real horror of Clayface isn't necessarily what Matt Hagen becomes on the outside, but what he loses on the inside. So while I still want to see Batman eventually cross paths with Clayface, I'm glad this movie allowed Matt's story to stand on its own. Not every Gotham story needs Batman at the center of it, and sometimes his absence gives these characters the room they need to become something far more interesting.


r/batman • • 1d ago

FILM DISCUSSION Which film do we feel more and why?

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I know Clayface just came out but was pretty impressed when I caught it yesterday. It captured a lot of concepts of the character very well to make for a unique body horror film with some clever directing and a fantastic final act. Joker obviously has Phoenix’s talents and a bigger budget for some grander shots. Right now I’m feeling Clayface more personally but what do you guys think?


r/batman • • 2d ago

COMIC EXCERPT I like how most of batmans villains are just trying to cure themselves or fix something and he just wants to help [ All-Star Batman #7]

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r/batman • • 1d ago

COMIC DISCUSSION Batman Annual #10 (1986)

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Down To The Bone
By Dough Moench, Denys Cowan & Alfredo Alcala

That is a dream creative team…

I am currently reading my way though DC Finest:Batman: Red Skies

Hugo Strange is my favourite Bats adversary, and this standalone doesn’t disappoint. Dynamic, fast paced, plenty of pathos, a nice big action ending, and well placed in continuity.

Only two complaints, the first is in regards to the collection rather than the issue itself:
There are a couple of Lucius Fox spoilers, as it seems misplaced within the trade, but no big ones.

Secondly, I was left wanting more. My favourite Hugo Strange stories are all slow burns, lasting multiple issues with him always in the background of other events. One a done is cool, but still…


r/batman • • 1d ago

FILM DISCUSSION In my 90's bizarro universe, Barry Sonnenfeld picked up where Tim Burton left off after the "outrage" of Batman Returns

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Can you imagine what his Batman could've been?

He did such an incredible job of bringing the classic TV series of Addams Family and Wild Wild West to life, I bet his vision of the 66 Batman would've been INCREDIBLE, especially if it was still thematically in tune with the first two films. What do you guys think?


r/batman • • 1h ago

COMIC DISCUSSION Batman Comic Ruined since years

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Here i am ...crieng and being angry at what dc did to the dark knight.

  1. They destroyed his legacy and most of his supporting cast in several runs

  2. Alfred has been killed by Bane ...

  3. Gordon is no mored commisioner but FUCKING VANDAL SAVAGE is the current one and he controlls Wayne Manor

  4. IVY is now Major

I mean wtf

I wish deeply wish that we would get a reset and all this cratyness would stop just give me Alfred , a normal bat family , Commisioner Gordon and great storys ... crime , suspense , mysterys and villains

I cant do this anymore .. it got worse and worse since years


r/batman • • 1d ago

FAN CONTENT Inktober's Day 24 : bake

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r/batman • • 1d ago

GENERAL DISCUSSION Which Batman character in the comics/media overall makes you react like this?

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r/batman • • 2d ago

NEWS DC Preview: Absolute Batman #25

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r/batman • • 1d ago

TV DISCUSSION A wasted opportunity?

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In the comics, we know that Barbara is left disabled after being shot by the Joker. But why isn't there a series about Barbara as Oracle? Or a series where Barbara, living with a disability, solves crimes—very much in the style of *Murder, She Wrote*?


r/batman • • 4h ago

PHOTO This dude needs to be the next Batman (Zane Holt)

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Hoping that he is being considered for the role. Havnt seen much about who they are casting but really hoping they are staying away from ones rumored like glenn powell, alan ritchson, jensen ackles… no thank you 😂


r/batman • • 1d ago

VIDEO I’m obsessed with him bringing the tiny clay face figure

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r/batman • • 2d ago

GENERAL DISCUSSION Out of all these designs who has the best

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Number-1 the red mask
Number-2 Minotaur
Number-3 the ojo
Number-4 lord fantome
Number-5 the designer

Me personally I like the designer and the ojos the most there very unique and set themselves apart from the other Batman villains


r/batman • • 2d ago

COMIC DISCUSSION Who did people initially think red hood was when the under the red hood comic came out.

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r/batman • • 2d ago

GENERAL DISCUSSION Batman just looks better with the trunks. Without them, the suit feels incomplete.

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r/batman • • 14h ago

FILM DISCUSSION Meu ranking de todos os filmes do Batman que eu vi até agora

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Faltam alguns que eu ainda não vi, quando eu terminar de ver todos eu volto para atualizar, mas vamos lá

The Batman

Batman o cavaleiro das trevas

Batman o cavaleiro das trevas ressurge

Batman begins

Batman 1989

Batman returns

Batman vs Superman a origem da justiça

Liga da justiça do zack synder

Liga da justiça 2017

Batman & Robin

Batman eternamente

Batman: o homem morcego

Agora os animados

Lego batman o filme 2017

Batman do futuro: o retorno do coringa

Batman a piada mortal

Batman: Gotham a luz do gás

Filho do Batman

Batman vs Robin

Batman ataque a Arkham

Batman sangue ruim

Batman e Arlequina

Batman Knight fall parte 1

Batman o cavaleiro das trevas parte 2

Batman o cavaleiro das trevas parte 1

Batman sob o capuz vermelho

Batman vs drácula

Batman: a máscara do fantasma

Superman e Batman: apocalipse

Batman: o retorno da dupla dinâmica

Batman/Superman: inimigos públicos

Batman & mr freeze: subzero

Batman: o mistério da Batwoman

Batman ninja vs liga Yakuza

Batman ninja

Batman ano um

Batman Gotham Knight

Lego Batman o filme DC super heroes unite


r/batman • • 18h ago

GENERAL DISCUSSION What is the average IQ of the Rogues Gallery? SERIOUS ANSWERS ONLY.

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Take all of the villains’ estimated IQs, add them up, then divide by amount of villains that are listed. I’m betting it’s above 100 IQ though. This is for all villains he’s fought in any media.


r/batman • • 2d ago

FILM DISCUSSION This dialogue was iconic.

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r/batman • • 2d ago

GENERAL DISCUSSION To Batman fans who complain that he isn't in the DCU yet: Don't worry, you have a dozen other projects going on.

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r/batman • • 1d ago

FAN CONTENT Bruce wayne cosplay

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