Movie

Batman

1989 · 126 min

Overview

Having witnessed his parents' brutal murder as a child, millionaire philanthropist Bruce Wayne fights crime in Gotham City disguised as Batman, a costumed hero who strikes fear into the hearts of villains. But when a deformed madman known as 'The Joker' seizes control of Gotham's criminal underworld, Batman must face his most ruthless nemesis ever while protecting both his identity and his love interest, reporter Vicki Vale.

Cast

Michael KeatonBatman / Bruce Wayne

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Jack NicholsonJoker / Jack Napier

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Kim BasingerVicki Vale

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Robert WuhlAlexander Knox

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Pat HingleCommissioner Gordon

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Billy Dee WilliamsHarvey Dent

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Michael GoughAlfred

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Jack PalanceGrissom

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Jerry HallAlicia

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Tracey WalterBob the Goon

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Lee WallaceMayor

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William HootkinsEckhardt

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Richard StrangeGoon

Carl ChaseGoon

George Lane CooperGoon

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Terence PlummerGoon

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Philip TanGoon

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John SterlandAccountant

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Edwin CraigRotelli

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Vincent WongCrimelord 1

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Joel CutraraCrimelord 2

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John DairRicorso

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Christopher FairbankNic

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George RothEddie

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Kate HarperAnchorwoman

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Bruce McGuireAnchorman

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Richard DurdenTV Director

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Kit HollerbachBecky

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Lachele CarlTV Technician

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Del BakerNapier Hood

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Jazzer JeyesNapier Hood

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Wayne MichaelsNapier Hood

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Valentino MusettiNapier Hood

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Rocky TaylorNapier Hood

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Keith EdwardsReporter

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Leon HerbertReporter

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Steve PlytasDoctor

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Anthony WellingtonPatrolman at Party

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Amir M. KorangyWine Steward

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Hugo BlickYoung Jack Napier

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Charles RoskillyYoung Bruce Wayne

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Philip O'BrienMaitre d'

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Michael BalfourScientist

Liza RossMom

Adrian MeyersJimmy

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David BaxtDr Wayne

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Sharon HolmMrs Wayne

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Clyde GatellOther Mugger

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Jon SoresiMedic

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Sam DouglasLawyer

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Elliott SteinMan in Crowd

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Denis LillBob the Cartoonist

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Paul BirchardAnother Reporter

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Paul MichaelCop

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Carl NewmanMovement Double

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Pat GormanCop at Axis Chemicals (uncredited)

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Chris AndrewsElection Ceremony Patron (uncredited)

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Stephanie EnglishWoman in Green Coat (uncredited)

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Albert EvanskyCrimelord #3 (uncredited)

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Fred StroudParty Guest at Wayne Manor (uncredited)

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TMDB ID: 268 ↗
Release date: 1989-06-21
Runtime: 126 min
Genres: Fantasy, Action, Crime
Countries: United States of America
Languages: English, French
Director: Tim Burton (Director)
Writers: Bob Kane (Characters), Warren Skaaren (Screenplay), Sam Hamm (Screenplay), Sam Hamm (Story)
Cinematography: Roger Pratt (Director of Photography)
Music: Danny Elfman (Original Music Composer)
Production companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, Polygram Pictures, The Guber-Peters Company
Parents guide: IMDb external guide ↗

Ratings

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Family guidance

Age ratings

—Not rated in Switzerland (CH)

12Spain (ES)

Not recommended for audiences under 12.

Theatrical · 1989-09-29

12France (FR)

Unsuitable for children younger than 12 or forbidden in cinemas for under 12.

Theatrical · 1989-09-13

PG-13United States of America (US)

Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Films given this rating may contain sexual content, brief or partial nudity, some strong language and innuendo, humor, mature themes, political themes, terror and/or intense action violence. However, bloodshed is rarely present. This is the minimum rating at which drug content is present.

Premiere, Limited theatrical · 1989-06-19, 2024-09-20, 2026-09-19 · Westwood, California; Batman Day re-release

12United Kingdom (GB)

Home media only since 2002. 12A-rated films are usually given a 12 certificate for the VHS/DVD version unless extra material has been added that requires a higher rating. Nobody younger than 12 can rent or buy a 12-rated VHS, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, UMD or game. The content guidelines are identical to those used for the 12A certificate.

Theatrical · 1989-08-11

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All regional certifications (23)

12Spain (ES)

Not recommended for audiences under 12.

Theatrical · 1989-09-29

12France (FR)

Unsuitable for children younger than 12 or forbidden in cinemas for under 12.

Theatrical · 1989-09-13

PG-13United States of America (US)

Premiere, Limited theatrical · 1989-06-19, 2024-09-20, 2026-09-19 · Westwood, California; Batman Day re-release

12United Kingdom (GB)

Theatrical · 1989-08-11

PGAustralia (AU)

Parental guidance recommended. There are no age restrictions. The content is mild in impact.

Theatrical · 1989-08-31

14Belgium (BE)

From 14 years.

Theatrical · 1989-09-13

12Brazil (BR)

Not recommended for minors under twelve. Scenes can include physical aggression, use of legal drugs and sexual innuendo.

Theatrical · 1989-10-26

11Denmark (DK)

For ages 11 and up.

Theatrical · 1989-09-29

K-12Finland (FI)

Over 12 years.

Theatrical · 1989-10-20

12Germany (DE)

Children 12 or older admitted, children between 6 and 11 only when accompanied by parent or a legal guardian.

Theatrical, Digital · 1989-10-26, 2026-01-13 · HBO Max

12Hungary (HU)

Not recommended below age of 12.

Theatrical · 1989-12-21

15Ireland (IE)

Suitable for viewers of 15 and over. Younger viewers may be admitted to the film at cinemas if accompanied by an adult; on home video younger viewers are not permitted to purchase/rent the video.

Theatrical · 1989-08-11

TItaly (IT)

All ages admitted.

Theatrical · 1989-10-20

GJapan (JP)

General, suitable for all ages.

Theatrical · 1989-12-24

AMexico (MX)

Information-only rating: For all age groups.

Limited theatrical, Theatrical · 1989-10-03, 1989-10-12

12Netherlands (NL)

Potentially harmful to children under 12 years; broadcasting is not allowed before 8:00 pm.

Theatrical, Physical, TV · 1989-10-13, 2000-11-07, 2013-06-12, 2002-09-06 · DVD; Blu ray; Yorin

PGNew Zealand (NZ)

Parental guidance recommended for younger viewers.

Theatrical, Physical · 1989-07-19, 2023-11-08

15Norway (NO)

15 years (young down to 12 years accompanied by an adult).

Theatrical · 1989-10-05

12Poland (PL)

For minors from 12 years of age.

Theatrical · 1989-12-31

M/12Portugal (PT)

Passed for viewers aged 12 and older.

Theatrical · 1989-09-29

AllSouth Korea (KR)

Theatrical · 1990-07-07

11Sweden (SE)

Children over the age of 7, who are accompanied by an adult, are admitted to films that have been passed for children from the age of 11.

Physical · 2009-01-07, 2019-06-17 · Blu-ray; 4K Ultra HD

15Sweden (SE)

Children over the age of 7, who are accompanied by an adult, are admitted to films that have been passed for children from the age of 11. Updated on March 1, 2017.

Theatrical, Physical · 1989-10-20, 1999-01-14 · DVD