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Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One (2021): Cast & Ratings

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Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One is a 2021 action crime film directed by Chris Palmer, starring Jensen Ackles as Bruce Wayne / Batman (voice), Billy Burke and Amy Landecker. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes. Its Echo Score is 88/100.

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Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 25m (85 min)
Director
Chris Palmer
Genres
Action , Crime , Animation , Mystery
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One About?

The premise of Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

As a series of bloody murders plague Gotham City during the holiday season, a young Batman investigates alongside Police Officer James Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent. Faced with a mysterious killer targeting individuals based on their perceived morality, the caped crusader must determine whether the victims deserve their fate and confront the escalating violence threatening to consume the city.

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Themes & Keywords

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  • new years eve
  • new years day
  • batman character
  • joker character
  • harvey dent character
  • catwoman character
  • calendar man character
  • part one
  • first part
  • scene after end credits
  • poison ivy character
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  • solomon grundy character
  • based on comic
  • based on graphic novel
  • superhero
  • organized crime
  • adult animation
  • part of duology
  • hand to hand combat
  • tough guy
  • action hero
  • shootout
  • martial arts
  • fistfight
  • violence
  • kiss
  • love interest
  • cg animation
  • 1990s
  • 20th century
  • mature animation
  • for grown ups animation
  • superhero action
  • superhero sci fi
  • bruce wayne character
  • selina kyle character
  • james gordon character
  • alfred pennyworth character
  • butler
  • barbara gordon character
  • salvatore maroni character
  • carmine falcone character
  • dc shared universe
  • shared universe
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Cast & crew

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Cast & Characters

Jensen Ackles leads the cast as Bruce Wayne / Batman (voice), with Billy Burke as Commissioner James Gordon (voice) and Amy Landecker as Barbara Gordon (voice). Directed by Chris Palmer; 16 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Chris Palmer

More films directed by Chris Palmer: Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two and Superman: Man of Tomorrow.

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Ratings

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 88/100, strongest in art & craft (92) and weakest in story & flow (78).

88 /100

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Echo Score Breakdown

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One delivers a polished animated adaptation that resonates strongly with both critics and fans. The film’s visual design, faithful storytelling, and effective voice performances combine to create an engaging crime‑drama set in Gotham. While a few viewers note minor pacing hiccups, the majority praise its atmospheric art and compelling mystery. Consequently, the movie stands as a noteworthy entry in the Batman animated catalogue with lasting appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 92

    ART: The animation employs an art‑deco aesthetic that captures the comic’s noir tone, featuring detailed backgrounds and fluid motion. Critics highlight the refreshed visual style, and users commend the cinematography and comic‑like shot composition. No substantive criticism of direction or editing appears, resulting in a high artistic rating.

  • Character & Emotion 88

    CHARACTER: Voice performances receive consistent praise, with Jensen Ackles cited as a fitting Batman and the cast noted for nuanced delivery. Reviewers appreciate the depth given to detective aspects of the protagonist, while no major complaints emerge regarding chemistry or emotional resonance. The overall character work is strong, supporting the film’s appeal.

  • Story & Flow 78

    STORY: The plot’s crime‑mystery structure is lauded for its engaging twists and faithful comic adaptation, keeping viewers invested in the investigation. Some audience members note pacing irregularities and a lack of originality, describing the narrative as occasionally simple. Nonetheless, the story’s coherence and suspense dominate the overall impression.

  • Sensory Experience 90

    SENSORY: The film’s score and sound design complement its gloomy atmosphere, with reviewers highlighting the effective audio backdrop and memorable musical cues. Visual style maintains a cohesive noir palette, reinforced by detailed animation that enhances immersion. No significant audio or visual detractors are reported, yielding a strong sensory experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 80

    REWATCH: The mystery’s unresolved ending and strong atmospheric setup encourage viewers to anticipate the sequel, creating a desire to revisit the film. Positive comments about replay value focus on the intricate plot and lush visuals, though some note that knowledge of Batman lore enhances enjoyment. Overall, the film offers solid rewatch potential.

Plot

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Plot Summary

What happens in Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

At a June wedding, Carmine Falcone pressures Bruce Wayne to help launder his money, but Bruce refuses. Later, Bruce (as Batman) returns to Falcone’s penthouse and finds Catwoman similarly involved. Batman meets with district attorney Harvey Dent and police captain Jim Gordon. The trio forges a pact to end Falcone’s crime reign, choosing to bend the law rather than break it to achieve their goal.

Full summary

The whole story of Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One, scene by scene

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Videos

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Trailers & Videos

9 videos: 1 trailer and 8 clips.

All 9 videos
Official Trailer
  • Clip Alfred & Bruce
  • Clip Car Chase
  • Clip Arkham Asylum
  • Clip Official Clip
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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Which Gotham City mob boss tries to pressure Bruce Wayne into laundering money at a wedding?

Cars

Cars in Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One

2 cars on screen: the Batmobile and the Chevrolet Advance-Design.

  • Batmobile in Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Batmobile Important role
  • Chevrolet Advance-Design in Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Chevrolet Advance-Design Background role
Details

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Also Known As

31 alternative titles, including “แบทแมน ฮาโลวีนที่ยาวนาน ตอนที่ 1” and “Batman - The Long Halloween (Part 1)”.

Also known as
  • แบทแมน ฮาโลวีนที่ยาวนาน ตอนที่ 1
  • Batman - The Long Halloween (Part 1)
  • 배트맨 롱 할로윈 파트1
  • 배트맨: 더 롱 할로윈
  • 파트 원
  • 배트맨; 더 롱 할로윈
  • 파트 1
  • 蝙蝠侠:漫长的万圣节1
  • Batman: The Long Halloween - Teil 1
  • Batman : The Long Halloween 1ère Partie
  • Batman: El Largo Halloween
  • Parte 1
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  • באטמן: ליל כל הקדושים הארוך
  • חלק 1
  • Người Dơi: Đêm Trường Halloween
  • Phần 1
  • باتمان: الهالوين الطويل، الجزء الأول
  • Batman: El Largo Halloween Parte 1
  • Бетмен: Довгий Гелловін. Частина перша
  • Batman: O Longo Dia das Bruxas - Parte 1
  • 蝙蝠侠:漫长的万圣节(上)
  • Бэтмен: Долгий Хэллоуин. Часть 1
  • 蝙蝠俠:漫長的萬聖節 Part 1
  • Batman: Długie Halloween
  • Część I
  • Batman : le long Halloween, première partie
  • Batman - Dlouhý Halloween, část 1
  • 蝙蝠俠:漫長萬聖節 第一部曲
  • Batman: Den lange Allehelgensaften, del 1
  • Батман: Дългият Хелоуин, част първа
  • Betmenas: Ilgas Helovinas, pirma dalis

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FAQ

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One?

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

When was Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One released?

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One was released on June 21, 2021.

Who directed Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One?

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One was directed by Chris Palmer.

More films by Chris Palmer

Who is in the cast of Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One?

Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One stars Jensen Ackles as Bruce Wayne / Batman (voice), Billy Burke as Commissioner James Gordon (voice) and Amy Landecker as Barbara Gordon (voice), among 16 credited actors.

Does Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One have a post-credit scene?

No. Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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