Batman (1989) (1989)
Batman is a 1989 superhero movie directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne. The film features Jack Nicholson's chilling portrayal as Jack Napier, who turns into the Joker and reigns terror on Gotham. Kim Basinger also stars in the film as Vicki Vale, along with Michael Gough as Bruce's trusty butler named Alfred.
Batman (1989)
- Director
- Tim Burton
- Release Date
- June 23, 1989
- Studio(s)
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Distributor(s)
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Cast
- Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Kim Basinger, Billy Dee Williams, Robert Wuhl, Pat Hingle, Michael Gough
- Runtime
- 126 Minutes
- Franchise(s)
- DC, Batman
- Sequel(s)
- Batman Returns, Batman Forever, Batman and Robin
- Budget
- $48 Million
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