The Best Live-Action Batman Movies, Ranked

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9.  Batman & Robin (1997)

  

  

directed by Joel Schumacher, Batman & Robin is a more campy and over-the-top sequel to Batman Forever.

8.  Batman  Forever (1995)

  

  

Directed by Joel Schumacher, Batman Forever is a more lighthearted and action-packed take on the character. It features the introduction of two new villains: Two-Face and Riddler.

7.  Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)

  

  

Directed by Zack Snyder, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is a gritty and action-packed film that features the first live-action meeting between Batman and Superman.

6.  Batman Returns (1992)

  

  

Directed by Tim Burton, Batman Returns is a darker and more violent sequel to Batman. It features the return of the Joker, as well as the introduction of two new villains: Catwoman and Penguin. The film is notable for its dark tone, its Burtonesque visuals, and its Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman.

5.  The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

  

  

The final film in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises is a dark and action-packed conclusion to the story of Batman.

4.  Batman (1989)

  

  

Directed by Tim Burton, Batman is a campy and Gothic take on the character.

3.  The Batman (2022)

  

  

Directed by Matt Reeves, The Batman is a dark and atmospheric take on the character. It follows Batman as he investigates a series of murders committed by a serial killer known as the Riddler.

2. Batman Begins (2005)

  

  

Also directed by Christopher Nolan, Batman Begins is a gritty and realistic take on Batman's origins. It follows Bruce Wayne's journey from a traumatized child to a crime-fighting vigilante.

1. The Dark Knight (2008)

  

  

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