The Batman Part II has been delayed again, so I'll have to stick with 4K Blu-ray at home for now here are 3 Batman discs I recommend, including a controversial choice

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Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000

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As Batman fans eagerly await The Batman Part II, now with a 2028 release,
here are 3 of my favorite Batman 4K Blu-rays to watch at home

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter As a Batman fan, I was disappointed to learn last week that The Batman Part 2 has been delayed until February 18, 2028 , another four-month wait to add to add to its last (delayed) intended release date of October 1, 2027. This latest holdup is actually the fourth time the long-awaited sequel to The Batman has been delayed, with its initial release originally set to be October 2025.

Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Batman content at home while we eagerly await The Batman: Part 2 s 2028 release. From Christopher Nolans iconic Dark Knight Trilogy to the awesome Batman: The Animated Series , there are tons of choices. And theres no better way to enjoy Batmans many
adventures than with a 4K Blu-ray. Im a 4K Blu-ray fan and collector, so Im always testing the latest releases for the Blu-ray Bounty and finding new discs to test the best TVs and best soundbars . Below, Ive picked three of my favorite Batman-related 4K Blu-rays, not just because theyre my personal picks, but because theyre also great examples to show what 4K can do, especially for your home theater. Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here: The Batman Dark, contrast-rich and detailed, The Batman is one of my top 4K Blu-rays (Image credit: Warner Bros. / Future) Where else to better prepare for The Batman: Part 2 than with its predecessor, The Batman . Matt Reeves The Batman follows Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattison) in his second year as Batman, where he must face The Riddler (Paul Dano), a revolutionary who uses
a series of riddles and puzzles to test Batman, as Riddler plans to expose Gothams corrupt government and elite.

The Batman has become one of my main 4K Blu-rays for testing TVs. Due to its low brightness, some TVs can really struggle to accurately display the movie, compromising its dark tones. But, theres also plenty of excellent-looking scenes with powerful contrast, balancing light and dark tones, that can
really show off a TV. You may like I collect 4K Blu-ray so I've picked 6
discs from my personal collection that I recommend to show what the format
can really do Ive picked the top 10 4K Blu-rays Ive tested in the last two years There's up to 50% off Arrow Video 4K Blu-rays right now here the 6 discs I'd pick

The opening 20 minutes of the movie itself is all a big demo-reel for contrast. From the dark subway platform illuminated by overhead lamps as Batman fights a gang of thugs, to where we first see Bruce decoding Riddlers clues in the Batcave, The Batman delivers truly dynamic and strong contrast, which I've found look superb on the best OLED TVs in particular.

Theres also a chance to show a displays shadow detail, with plenty of scenes making use of shadows to create a captivating image. The aforementioned
subway scene is one of these, with truly dark shadows creating a foreboding atmosphere that fits the gloomy tone of the movie. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Theres excellent detail throughout, with crisp textures that look refined and lifelike. Close-up shots show scars, wrinkles and stubble on peoples faces with impressive clarity, and texture in environments, like Mayor Mitchells house or the Batcave, are given a near-3D level of detail. The Batmobile
scene from The Batman is a superb audio experience (Image credit: Warner
Bros. / Future) The Batman is an audio showcase as well as a visual one. The Batmobile chase has become a reference scene I use for showing off a sound system. The ignition of the Batmobiles engines deliver room-rattling,
powerful bass that through a subwoofer can create some serious roar. The 4K disc uses a Dolby Atmos soundtrack that creates an immersive and detailed sound.

As the Batmobile chases Penguin across a busy freeway, serving traffic and blaring horns are accurately mapped to the action. As Penguin fires a spray
of bullets at the Batmobile, the sound glides around a surround system, as I found when using soundbars such as the talented Samsung HW-Q990H . There are plenty of Atmos effects too, as rain regularly falls throughout the movie, effectively using the height channels of any sound system. What to read next
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View Deal Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices The Dark Knight The Dark Knight looks excellent in 4K, with crisp, detailed visuals throughout (Image credit: Warner Bros / Future) Arguably the most popular Batman movie ever made, The Dark Knight is the second movie in Christopher Nolans trilogy. Its one thats stuck with me ever since I saw it
as a teenager in theaters in 2008. Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) is a couple
of years into his time as Batman and he faces his biggest challenge yet, when he squares off with the unpredictable and chaotic Joker (played brilliantly
by Heath Ledger).

Unsurprisingly, where this disc shines is in its IMAX sequences. These IMAX scenes show impeccable detail and crisp, 3D-like textures. In the opening
bank heist scene, every detail is refined, from the creases in the robbers masks, to the texture in buildings of the densely packed city. Oh, and dont
be surprised when the ratio changes from widescreen to fullscreen: thats normal for IMAX on home media.

Black tones and shadow detail are excellent during the film's night scenes
too (of which there are plenty), and they look superb on an OLED TV. Contrast is also strong, particularly during the prison escort scene. As trucks move under the freeway, the overhead lights balance well with the dark, shadowed areas of the tunnel to create dynamic contrast. The Dark Knight 's IMAX
scenes look superb on 4K, plus the disc's DTS-HD 5.1 MA soundtrack sound fantastic (Image credit: Warner Bros / Future) This disc is also an audio powerhouse. With a DTS-HD 5.1 MA soundtrack, theres some fantastic detail. During the tunnel escort scene, the whir of Batmans bike riding through the tunnel is mapped perfectly to every channel. As perspective changes, so does the sound. Bullets are precise, flying from the front to rear channels when the movie is from Batmans point-of-view, and every individual effect is audible, such as flying debris and swerving tyres.

Bass throughout the movie is truly powerful. Bullets have serious impact and the roar of the Batmobiles engines delivers tightly controlled, but hefty low-end that reverberated through our testing room when I watched.

The score is a showcase in and of itself, with superb separation across different channels of the Samsung HW-Q990C soundbar I was using. In the opening scene, the scratching strings came from the left rear, the ticking sound from the right, and the heavy bass exploded from the subwoofer. Crucially though, every element was perfectly balanced, within the score itself and with all the action. Today's best The Dark Knight 4K Blu-ray deals 19.99 View Deal 21.10 View Deal voucher gift 61.99 View Deal Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Batman Forever Batman Forever 's use of color looks brilliant on 4K Blu-ray (Image credit: Warner Bros / Future) This pick will raise eyebrows, Im sure. But, honestly, Batman Forever is the Batman movie I grew up with and despite its very corny nature, I enjoy it. It scratches the exact part of my brain that occasionally craves a nostalgic Batman fix. The movie follows Batman (played by Val
Kilmer) as he does battle with the Riddler (Jim Carrey) and Two-Face (Tommy Lee Jones) as they attempt to take over Gotham.

While this may be a surprising choice for a lot of people, this is a
seriously good-looking 4K presentation. Batman Forever uses a lot of bold and vibrant colors, and in 4K, they really pop on screen. The green of the Riddlers gaudy outfit and the purple of Two-Faces injured side compliment
each other well. Theres also a lot of neon-esuqe lighting used in the movie, with light tubes, red detail on Two-Faces minions guns and the shimmering greens of Riddlers hideout and event space. All these colors have a gorgeous punch that looks sharp and dynamic throughout the movie.

Shadows are used a lot, with characters often standing over lamps or in
shaded rooms to create strong contrast in images. The LG G6 OLED on which I watched this movie in our testing room celebrates these rich and inky dark tones, with the leather of Batmans armor showing nice depth, but also balancing well as the light reflects off it. Shadow detail is excellent too, with textures in dark areas on screen legible (yes, even the strange texture of Batmans armor). Skin looks realistic in the many close-up shots used, too. Shadows and dark tones also look excellent on the Batman Forever 4K Blu-ray (Image credit: Warner Bros / Future) This 4K disc also supports Dolby Atmos. Theres some excellent use of height channels throughout, with the sound of helicopter Two-Face uses to escape in the intro coming from overhead as I watched. Explosions have plenty of meat to them, producing some lovely
low-end rumble during the movies more action-packed scenes. The sound of the Batmobiles engines firing is another great demo for the powerful bass in the mix.

More subtle details are also fully audible. The sound of Batmans batarang as he throws it is precisely mapped, with the sound eagerly following its trajectory. Bullets have great punch to them, and again these are accurately posited within the surround channels. Speech is consistently clear throughout too, even during the most chaotic scenes. You might not necessarily expect this movie to be such an audio showcase, but it really is. Today's best
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