The Dark Knight Rises

Release Date: Friday, July 20, 2012 Nationwide

Liam Neeson, Emma Thomas, Christian Bale, Morgan Freeman, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Joey King, Daniel Sunjata, Anne Hathaway, Michael Caine, Tom Hardy, Christopher Nolan, Marion Cotillard, Matthew Modine, Jonathan Nolan, Gary Oldman, Juno Temple, David S. Goyer, Brett Cullen, Josh Pence, Chuck Roven, Tom Conti

PG-13 Action 2 hrs, 45 m

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Plot

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Plot
It has been eight years since Batman vanished into the night, turning, in that instant, from hero to fugitive. Assuming the blame for the death of D.A. Harvey Dent, the Dark Knight sacrificed everything for what he and Commissioner Gordon both hoped was the greater good. For a time the lie worked, as criminal activity in Gotham City was crushed under the weight of the anti-crime Dent Act.

But everything will change with the arrival of a cunning cat burglar with a mysterious agenda. Far more dangerous, however, is the emergence of Bane, a masked terrorist whose ruthless plans for Gotham drive Bruce out of his self-imposed exile. But even if he dons the cape and cowl again, Batman may be no match for Bane.
Cited as official plot version from warnerbros.com
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The film's director Christopher Nolan last directed Oppenheimer and Tenet. The film's writer David S. Goyer last wrote Terminator: Dark Fate and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.

Producers
Christopher Nolan
Chuck Roven
Emma Thomas

Additional Information

MPA Rating
PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned for intense sequences of violence and action, some sensuality and language
Runtime
2 hrs, 45 m
Tagline
The Legend Ends
Also known as
Batman 3, Dark Knight Sequel, Magnus Rex, Fox Hills Green

Language
English

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Production Details

What we know about the The Dark Knight Rises movie production.

Key Facts

  • The epic conclusion to filmmaker Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy.

    In helming the film, Christopher Nolan utilized IMAX cameras even more extensively than he did on The Dark Knight, which had marked the first time ever that a major feature film was even partially shot with the large-format cameras.

    The Dark Knight Rises will be presented on 70-millimeter film in 102 IMAX 15/70mm locations worldwide. Christopher Nolan stated, "Having shot almost half the picture with large-format IMAX film cameras, it is very important to me that we show The Dark Knight Rises in the IMAX film format wherever possible. Audiences everywhere should be assured that every presentation of the film will be of the highest standard—having benefited from the clarity and depth IMAX cameras offer. However, these 102 screens will showcase the original IMAX film photography in its optimum form, and I hope anyone who has an opportunity to experience the film in these theatres will seek it out."

Production Updates

Completed

The film was tagged as Completed.

Post-Production

The film was tagged as Post-Production. Nolan presented Warner Bros. his first cut of the movie

Post-Production

The film was tagged as Post-Production. THR reported that Nolan is editing the movie in December and will show the studio a cut in a couple of months.

Production

The film was tagged as Production.

Pre-Production

The film was tagged as Pre-Production. Production is expected to begin April 4, 2011.

Development

The film was tagged as Development.

Announced

The film was tagged as Announced.

Development

The film was tagged as Development.

Concept

The film was tagged as Concept.

Release Dates

When was the film released?

The Dark Knight Rises was released in nationwide movie theaters on Friday, July 20, 2012 . There were 4 other movies released on the same date, including Grassroots, The Queen of Versailles and Hara-Kiri.



Questions

Who are the villains? Jan. 24, 2012

Bane and Catwoman

Feb. 21, 2012

For speculation sake, Wikipedia has a list of every Batman villain. Link Link

Feb. 23, 2012
Is Robin in this movie? Jan. 24, 2012

Christopher Nolan has said that he would not put Robin in his Batman movies. However, there was a hint about Robin in the trailer. Link

Feb. 23, 2012
Does Batman / Bruce Wayne die in this film? Dec. 20, 2011

This is a popular question, but clearly one that involves spoilers and plot secrets that should not be available until the movie comes out.

Dec. 21, 2011
Is this really the last Batman movie or is it just a conclusion to this trilogy? Dec. 20, 2011

As examples, look at what happened with the Spider-Man and Bourne movie.

Feb. 21, 2012

The president of the Warner Bros. motion picture group told Los Angeles Time that the studio wants a Justice League movie and "have to reinvent Batman…Chris Nolan and [producing partner and wife] Emma Thomas will be producing it, so it will be a conversation with them about what the next phase is." Link

Feb. 21, 2012

It is the end of the trilogy. Christopher Nolan and Chritian Bale have both stated that they will not participate in another Batman movie. Warner Bros. has not confirmed their plans for Batman, but given the history of other successful film franchises, it seems likely that there would eventually be another Batman movie with a new director and cast.

Dec. 21, 2011
Who is John Blake? Dec. 18, 2011

Joseph Gordon-Levitt (500 Days of Summer, Inception) is playing a cop named John Blake. There is speculation the name could be an alias. Link

Feb. 27, 2012
What about DC's Justice League? Mar. 28, 2012

See the profile linked below for updates. Link

Mar. 28, 2012
Is this movie in 3D? Apr. 1, 2012

No.

Apr. 4, 2012
Was the big fight really in Chicago? At what locations did they film? Jan. 22, 2012

Unlike with The Dark Knight, Rises did not film in Chicago. Locations include Scotland and England, UK; Pittsburge, Los Angeles, NYC; Romania; India. Link

Feb. 23, 2012
What was the budget? Dec. 25, 2011

Estimated production budget is $250 million Link

Feb. 23, 2012
Who is producing it? Jan. 16, 2012

Producers include Christopher Nolan, Charles Roven, Emma Thomas. Production studios include Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Entertainment, Legendary and Syncopy.

Feb. 23, 2012
Does Batman wear a new bat suit? Dec. 23, 2011

It appears the same. There are photos of Batman in the photo gallery to compare. Link Link

Feb. 23, 2012
Is there going to be a Teen Titans movie? Jan. 15, 2012

See the Teen Titans movie profile for more information. Link

Feb. 23, 2012
Is it true that Christopher Nolan is making a Superman movie? Feb. 29, 2012

Yes, although he is a producer not the director. See the Superman profile. Link

Mar. 1, 2012
Is there any talk of the Joker in this film? Jan. 31, 2012
Does Bane break Batman's back? Jan. 25, 2012
The character Ra's al Ghul is in this movie, but is he just in memories or he is still alive? Feb. 7, 2012
Does Bane die? Jan. 2, 2012
What are Bane's powers in this film? Jan. 22, 2012
As many consider Catwoman to be a borderline criminal, is Bane be the only full fledged criminal in this movie? Jan. 31, 2012
When will they release the 6-7 minute prologue for The Dark Knight Rises? Dec. 18, 2011
Does Warner Bros. have a list of directors they have in mind helm a new series of Batman films? And who? Dec. 24, 2011
Does the Batwing appear in this movie? Dec. 26, 2011
Wouldn't it be cool if they had all the old Batman actors cameo? Jan. 23, 2012
Why is Jim Gordan in the hospital bed? Feb. 6, 2012
Is there a new improved bat cave? Dec. 22, 2011
Jim Gordon's kids were in The Dark Knight. Will they be in this film? Dec. 29, 2011
What year is the film set in? Jan. 18, 2012
Do you think anyone could ever possibly top the Nolan-Batman films? Jan. 18, 2012
Is Harley Quinn / Dr. Harleen Frances Quinzel in this movie? Feb. 25, 2012
Does Alfred die in this film? Feb. 29, 2012

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