The Batman (2022)
A measured, gritty mystery unfolds as Batman confronts Gotham's corruption and a darkly-comic serial killer.
In his second year of fighting crime, Batman uncovers corruption in Gotham City that connects to his own family while facing a serial killer known as the Riddler.
How intense is The Batman?
The Batman is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated PG-13.
What The Batman feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefuldarkly comicatmosphericpulpy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Batman
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Batman for you?
Is The Batman scary?
Only a little. The Batman has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Batman gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Batman sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Batman OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Batman?
The Batman runs 2h 57m.
Where can I stream The Batman?
The Batman is streaming on Max.
Does The Batman have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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