The Dark Knight (2008)

MovieAction, Crime, Thriller2h 32m
The Dark Knight (2008) movie posterReview score: 85%

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Plot

Batman raises the stakes in his war on crime. With the help of Lt. Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to the terrified citizens of Gotham as the Joker.

Castfull cast & details

Christian BaleChristian BaleBruce WayneHeath LedgerHeath LedgerJokerAaron EckhartAaron EckhartHarvey DentMichael CaineMichael CaineAlfredMaggie GyllenhaalMaggie GyllenhaalRachelGary OldmanGary OldmanGordonMorgan FreemanMorgan FreemanLucius FoxMonique Gabriela CurnenMonique Gabriela CurnenRamirez

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TrailerOriginal Theatrical TrailerTrailerTrailerTrailerOfficial Trailer 3TrailerOfficial Trailer 2TrailerOfficial TrailerClipCar Chase SceneClipBatman INTERROGATES The Joker - Movie ClipClipDC Super Scenes: The Hero Gotham DeservesClipBatman Becomes the Villain ClipClipThe Joker Visits Gotham Hospital ClipClipThe Joker's Interrogation ClipClipHarvey Dent and The Joker Clip

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