Batman: Knightfall Set for Multi-Part Animated Movie Release

Warner Bros. Expands the Batman Universe

Warner Bros. Animation, DC, and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment unveiled at the New York Comic Con that the classic '90s comic storyline, Batman: Knightfall, is being transformed into a multi-part animated feature.

Production Details

The film is directed by Jeff Wamester and penned by Jeremy Adams, currently in production with a slated release in 2026. The plot centers on Bane, who unleashes Batman's foes from Arkham Asylum, pushing the hero to his limits.

Synopsis of Batman: Knightfall Part 1

The official synopsis outlines:
“When the mysterious behemoth known only as Bane frees Batman’s entire Rogue’s Gallery from Arkham Asylum, the Caped Crusader is pushed to his mental and physical breaking point.”

Behind the Scenes

Producer Rick Morales, along with producers Jim Krieg and Kimberly S. Moreau, is overseeing the project. Executive producers include Sam Register and Michael Uslan.

Historical Significance

Originally created by industry legends like Doug Moench and Chuck Dixon, the Batman: Knightfall series ranks as number 15 in IGN’s top 27 Batman comics list. Notably, elements of Knightfall inspired aspects of Christopher Nolan's film, The Dark Knight Rises, particularly the scenes featuring Bane.

As of now, information regarding the voice cast and the first trailer is yet to be announced. Stay tuned for updates on this highly anticipated adaptation.

Source: IGN

‘BATMAN: KNIGHTFALL’, a multi-part animated film is officially in production!

Directed by Jeff Wamester and written by Jeremy Adams, Part 1 is set to release in 2026. pic.twitter.com/Aph06CK1BR

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