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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batman:_The_Dark_Knight_Returns
Set 20 years in the future, TDKR tells the story of an aging Batman returning from retirement for one last case.
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reviews & rankings
#1 on Best Comic Books (Limited Series/Graphic Novels)
based on 14 rankings
ranked #1 by ben: "My absolute favorite comic book of all time. Some favor 'Batman: Year One' for it's realism and simplicity, but I think TDKR wins overall due to it's epic scope and depth. Every time I read this book, I discover something new.
The characterizations of Jim Gordon, Batman, and the Joker are all perfect and set the tone for comics for decades. Joker doesn't get much more creepy or evil than in this book and it explores the relationship between Batman and Gordon, which is also at the heart of Year One. Yes, this Batman is undoubtedly dark, but not beyond redemption - and there are many moments in this book that put a huge smile on your face."
ranked #1 by quentin (quentin has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by dan (dan has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by aaron (aaron has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by Listmania Mark (Listmania Mark has not reviewed this item)
ranked #2 by aquatique (aquatique has not reviewed this item)
ranked #2 by CapeandCowl (CapeandCowl has not reviewed this item)
ranked #3 by Caleb Armstrong (Caleb Armstrong has not reviewed this item)
ranked #3 by demo (demo has not reviewed this item)
ranked #3 by Michael J. Chung (Michael J. Chung has not reviewed this item)
ranked #7 by Terence Dollard (Terence Dollard has not reviewed this item)
ranked #7 by baker @ Listology (baker @ Listology has not reviewed this item)
ranked #9 by Taed Wynnell (Taed Wynnell has not reviewed this item)
ranked #11 by A.P. Fuchs (A.P. Fuchs has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by ben: "My absolute favorite comic book of all time. Some favor 'Batman: Year One' for it's realism and simplicity, but I think TDKR wins overall due to it's epic scope and depth. Every time I read this book, I discover something new.
The characterizations of Jim Gordon, Batman, and the Joker are all perfect and set the tone for comics for decades. Joker doesn't get much more creepy or evil than in this book and it explores the relationship between Batman and Gordon, which is also at the heart of Year One. Yes, this Batman is undoubtedly dark, but not beyond redemption - and there are many moments in this book that put a huge smile on your face."
ranked #1 by quentin (quentin has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by dan (dan has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by aaron (aaron has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by Listmania Mark (Listmania Mark has not reviewed this item)
ranked #2 by aquatique (aquatique has not reviewed this item)
ranked #2 by CapeandCowl (CapeandCowl has not reviewed this item)
ranked #3 by Caleb Armstrong (Caleb Armstrong has not reviewed this item)
ranked #3 by demo (demo has not reviewed this item)
ranked #3 by Michael J. Chung (Michael J. Chung has not reviewed this item)
ranked #7 by Terence Dollard (Terence Dollard has not reviewed this item)
ranked #7 by baker @ Listology (baker @ Listology has not reviewed this item)
ranked #9 by Taed Wynnell (Taed Wynnell has not reviewed this item)
ranked #11 by A.P. Fuchs (A.P. Fuchs has not reviewed this item)
#2 on Best Batman Graphic Novels (Comics)
based on 9 rankings
ranked #1 by dan: "A truly great Batman comic that is amazing to read. I love Batman in and out of retirement. I love the Batman vs goody two shoes Superman. I love Batman beating Superman down. I love the ending, seriously this is one of the books that can really hook people on Batman and graphic novels in general."
ranked #2 by IGN: "There is no more visceral or satisfying Batman book than this. It is #2 not because it fails at anything, but because #1 does even more for the Batman...." read full review at comics.ign.com
ranked #3 by Itamar Katz @ Amazon.com: "Frank Miller's Batman is one of the works that created the artistic revolution in comics. DKR shows Batman at his most violent, most disturbing appearance ever. An apocalyptic masterpiece...." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #3 by 08thmsteam @ Amazon.com: "The landmark comic considered a must read for every fan belongs with the ranks of Watchman, V for Vendetta. This book changed the face of the comic industry...." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #4 by pyramidbuilder @ Amazon.com: "This should have been No.1, but with the sheer quality of the latest titles, it's slipped.. saying that, if your into Batman and havn't got this book.. buy it now!..." read full review at www.amazon.co.uk
ranked #4 by Luis A. Sanchez @ Amazon.com: "Miller gives us a look at the Batman's future, and it sure ain't pretty. This book raised the bar for all other Batman stories...." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #4 by Corum Seth Smith @ Amazon.com: "Batman returns from retirement..." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #1 by ben (ben has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by dapper dan (dapper dan has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by dan: "A truly great Batman comic that is amazing to read. I love Batman in and out of retirement. I love the Batman vs goody two shoes Superman. I love Batman beating Superman down. I love the ending, seriously this is one of the books that can really hook people on Batman and graphic novels in general."
ranked #2 by IGN: "There is no more visceral or satisfying Batman book than this. It is #2 not because it fails at anything, but because #1 does even more for the Batman...." read full review at comics.ign.com
ranked #3 by Itamar Katz @ Amazon.com: "Frank Miller's Batman is one of the works that created the artistic revolution in comics. DKR shows Batman at his most violent, most disturbing appearance ever. An apocalyptic masterpiece...." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #3 by 08thmsteam @ Amazon.com: "The landmark comic considered a must read for every fan belongs with the ranks of Watchman, V for Vendetta. This book changed the face of the comic industry...." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #4 by pyramidbuilder @ Amazon.com: "This should have been No.1, but with the sheer quality of the latest titles, it's slipped.. saying that, if your into Batman and havn't got this book.. buy it now!..." read full review at www.amazon.co.uk
ranked #4 by Luis A. Sanchez @ Amazon.com: "Miller gives us a look at the Batman's future, and it sure ain't pretty. This book raised the bar for all other Batman stories...." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #4 by Corum Seth Smith @ Amazon.com: "Batman returns from retirement..." read full review at www.amazon.com
ranked #1 by ben (ben has not reviewed this item)
ranked #1 by dapper dan (dapper dan has not reviewed this item)
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