Merry Little Batman

An entertaining animated take on the Batman mythology that successfully combines holiday pleasure with superhero action in a novel and endearing way. The film, which centers on Damian Wayne, blends lively animation with a playful, endearing tone. Its distinctive style distinguishes it from other DC animated features, since its stylized images evoke Saturday-morning cartoons. The story manages to emphasize themes of legacy, courage, and the love between father and son, even though it leans more toward cheerful family fun than the darker tones typically associated with Gotham. The end product is a fun, funny, and unexpectedly touching Batman movie that serves as a new superhero story and a holiday special.

Staff:

Directed by: Mike Roth

Screenplay by: Morgan Evans and Jase Ricci

Story by: Morgan Evans and Mike Roth

Based on: Batman by Bill Finger and Bob Kane

Produced by: Rebecca Palatnik

Starring: Yonas Kibreab, Luke Wilson, James Cromwell, and David Hornsby

Edited by: Andy Young

Music by: Patrick Stump

Production companies: Warner Bros. Animation and DC Entertainment

Distributed by: Amazon MGM Studios and Warner Bros. Pictures

Release date: December 8, 2023

Running time: 96 minutes