‘Batman’ (1989) and ‘Batman Returns’ Return to Theaters in Dolby Cinema for One Night Only

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Enthusiasts of Batman can look forward to a unique opportunity as the movies ‘Batman’ (1989) and ‘Batman Returns’ (1992) will be shown in cinemas once more. This special screening is set for one night only, on August 25, and will be available exclusively at over 160 Dolby Cinema theaters within the U.S.

For the very first time, these newly enhanced films will be displayed with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology, offering improved visual clarity and a more enveloping audio experience.

Dolby Vision and Atmos Add New Dimension to Gotham

Enhancing the visual experience, Dolby Vision delivers deeper blacks and improved contrast, accentuating Tim Burton’s dark, atmospheric portrayal of Gotham City. Meanwhile, Dolby Atmos amplifies the audio, imbuing the Batmobile’s thunderous rumble and Danny Elfman’s iconic score with fresh intensity.

Tim Burton, the filmmaker, described the experience as “truly novel and thrilling.” He added that viewing his Batman movies at such high-quality visual and audio levels made them seem brand new and invigorating.

Burton had not seen these movies since he created them, but watching them once more with such exceptional detail, vibrancy, color, and audio quality was an entirely novel and thrilling experience for him. The magic of Dolby Atmos and Vision truly breathed new life into the films.

Warner Bros. and Dolby Highlight the Legacy

Michelle Maddalena from Dolby referred to the films as “groundbreaking,” and highlighted that the updated presentation not only respects Tim Burton’s creativity but also demonstrates the progression of film technology. Jeff Goldstein from Warner Bros. emphasized that the visual and audio enhancements offer “entirely fresh cinematic encounters.

Michelle Maddalena, Vice President of Global Content and Industry Relations at Dolby, stated that “Batman” and “Batman Returns” are iconic movies in the world of Super Heroes. By presenting these films using Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, they are not only preserving Tim Burton’s innovative creativity but also demonstrating how far audio and visual technology has advanced.

In Jeff Goldstein’s words, as President of Global Distribution at Warner Bros. Pictures, he noted that Tim Burton’s popular Batman movies have left an enduring impact on the contemporary Super Hero genre with their distinctive, dark portrayal of Gotham City. Today, advancements in technology by Dolby allow these cherished films to be reimagined and elevated into entirely novel cinematic journeys via Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, offering unmatched visual and auditory accuracy.

In 1992, “Batman Returns” became the pioneer of Dolby Digital surround sound in cinemas, and today, it carries on that tradition with these modernized versions in the newest Dolby audio formats.

Where to Get Tickets

Tickets for both Batman and Batman Returns are on sale now at AMC Theaters.

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2025-08-02 06:01