Movies like Batman Returns

Christopher Nolan's take on Batman offers a darker, more realistic twist on the superhero genre. Fans of Batman Returns will appreciate Heath Ledger's critically acclaimed performance as the Joker in this action-packed and psychologically complex film.

The start of Nolan's Batman trilogy, Batman Begins provides a deep dive into the origins of Bruce Wayne's transformation into Batman. Like Batman Returns, it offers a dark and gritty look at the iconic character and his initial foray into crime-fighting.

This dark fantasy film directed by Alex Proyas shares the gothic tone and atmosphere with Batman Returns. The Crow follows a musician resurrected to avenge his and his fiancée's murders, appealing to fans of the darker side of superhero cinema.

Directed by Tim Burton, this gothic and atmospheric rendition of the Dark Knight sets the stage for Batman Returns. Fans of Batman Returns will enjoy seeing where Michael Keaton's portrayal of the iconic superhero began, with Jack Nicholson playing the sinister Joker.

Blade presents a superhero film with a darker edge, focusing on a vampire hunter. Just like Batman Returns, Blade offers a compelling blend of action and a brooding hero that fans of darker comic book adaptations will enjoy.

Continuing the Batman franchise, Batman Forever features Val Kilmer stepping into the role of Batman. With a similar blend of comic book action and dark visuals, viewers who enjoy Batman Returns will appreciate the continuation of Gotham's story, this time against villains like The Riddler and Two-Face.

Although it takes a lighter, more campy approach than Batman Returns, Batman & Robin still delivers the familiar characters and superhero thrills that fans of the series would expect, with George Clooney donning the cape and battling Mr. Freeze and Poison Ivy.

Directed by Sam Raimi, Darkman delivers a blend of superhero action, dark fantasy, and horror elements. Fans of Batman Returns will connect with the theme of a disfigured antihero seeking vengeance and justice within a corrupt city.