DC’s 2024 Batman Day: Movies, Comics & More

By August Tales

Hold onto your capes, Batman fans. In honor of Batman Day on September 21, DC is pulling out all the stops. Just like previous years, celebrations will include comic book giveaways, exclusive merchandise, and worldwide Bat-Signal displays.

Comic Shops Get in on the Action

A host of comic book shops will offer an array of Batman titles, while stocks last. Also, DC UNIVERSE INFINITE is commemorating Batman Day with a dedicated, free collection of Batman-related content, available ahead of the paywall. Fans with subscriptions can dive into Batman The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween #1 on September 25.

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Movie Celebrations Set to Soar

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is marking Batman’s 85th anniversary on September 21. There, fans can partake in a special after-hours Batman tour and movie screening. Additionally, sky-gazers worldwide can feast their eyes on Bat-Signals lighting up the heavens on Batman Day. Be ready to delight in this spectacle in cities ranging from Rio de Janeiro and Guangzhou to London and Sao Paulo.

Max subscribers have the freedom to celebrate Batman Day using both live-action and animated movies. Award-winners like Batman (1989) or The Dark Knight (2008) or even a season of Batman The Animated Series are all available for streaming. Fans can revisit the 2022 Gotham City with the first episode of The Penguin, premiering just in time for Batman Day on September 19 on Max.

BATMAN: More than a Superhero

Starting with his 1939 debut in Detective Comics #27, Batman’s tale of grit and perseverance has influenced generations globally. Unlike many other superheroes, Batman’s appeal isn’t grounded in unearthly powers. Instead, his intellect, skills, and tech-savviness have propelled his status as a universally recognized figure.

To honor Batman Day 2024, fans across the globe will join the celebration. DC and Warner Bros. Discovery have prepared an impressive slate of content and activities to maximize the entertainment quotient for fans everywhere.

Batman Day Merchandise Line-up

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products has teamed up with leading licensees around the world to celebrate Batman. Batman fans can expect unique offerings from Warner Bros. Discovery through the DC Shop and WB Shop UK. These might include toys, apparels, home goods, Batman: Caped Crusader product, and other Batman Family and Batman’s Rogues Gallery merchandise.

Batman Fans’ Delight at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

The Hollywood studio will host a Batman tour and movie screening after hours on September 21. The one-hour guided tour will shed insights on the Dark Knight before fans watch the 1989 movie Batman starring Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, and Kim Basinger.

Bat-Signals Illuminate Worldwide

On Batman Day, cities across the world will light up Bat-Signals, a much-anticipated tradition of the annual celebration. Cities like London, Tokyo, and Sao Paulo will participate in the event.

Comic Book Shops Fête with Batman Titles

Participating shops will distribute select Batman titles while supplies last. In addition to a Batman Day Deluxe Edition of Batman: The Long Halloween, DC will have a special edition featuring stories from creative teams around the globe representing 13 countries.

DC Universe Infinite Celebrates Batman Day

DC Universe Infinite is also offering a Batman-themed content collection that’s free to access, even before the paywall. Subscribers can get their hands on Batman The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween #1 starting September 25.

Batman Film and Television Showcase on Max

Max is offering an extensive list of live-action and animated movies and streaming series on Batman Day. Premiering just in time for the celebration, fans can delve into Gotham City with the first episode of the new show The Penguin.

Batman Day Merchandise Extravaganza

From the Batman 85th Anniversary Collection to Batman-themed footwear by global brand Crocs, there are plenty of ways to express your love for the Dark Knight. There’s also special gear for your furry friends from Loungefly Collectiv’s Batman 85th Anniversary line.

Stay Tuned for More Batman News

Keep an eye out for additional Batman Day 2024 announcements coming soon. To get the complete rundown of Batman Day content, visit the Batman hub at www.dc.com/batman.