The latest animated DC offering, Batman: Knightfall Part 1, is now available for digital purchase. The film, which adapts a seminal Batman comic storyline, has been met with critical acclaim, earning a 9 out of 10 in review.
Knightfall Part 1 marks the beginning of a new animated trilogy focused on the Caped Crusader. The movie is based on the celebrated Batman graphic novel event of the same name and is described as a strong return to form for DC's direct-to-video animated features following the Crisis trilogy. Reviewers noted that the film successfully distills the core elements of the original crossover, offering a compelling psychological exploration of both Batman and his new arch-nemesis, and is further elevated by strong visuals and a capable voice cast.
For those looking to own a physical copy, a 4K UHD and Blu-ray edition can be preordered and is expected to release on September 8. Currently, digital purchase through video-on-demand services such as Prime Video is the only method to watch the film.
Fans eager for the continuation of this animated saga will be pleased to know that Knightfall Part 2 is slated for release sometime later in 2026, with the final part of the trilogy scheduled for early 2027. In contrast, live-action Batman films are facing longer waits, with The Batman: Part 2 delayed to 2028 and no release date yet set for James Gunn's The Brave and the Bold.