Batman vs. Two‑Face (2017), PG, 1 hr 12 min

Batman vs. Two‑Face (2017), PG, 1 hr 12 min

Studio: Warner Bros. Animation / DC Entertainment
Franchise: Batman Animated Films (Franchise #27; sequel to Return of the Caped Crusaders)
Tagline: Two faces. One fate.
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🎭 Main Cast
Adam West – Bruce Wayne / Batman
Burt Ward – Dick Grayson / Robin
William Shatner – Harvey Dent / Two‑Face
Julie Newmar – Catwoman
Steven Weber – Alfred Pennyworth
Jim Ward – Commissioner Gordon & Dr. Hugo Strange
Thomas Lennon – Chief O’Hara & Warden Crichton
Lynne Marie Stewart – Aunt Harriet Cooper
Jeff Bergman – Joker, Bookworm, Desmond Dumas
Wally Wingert – Riddler & King Tut
William Salyers – Penguin
Sirena Irwin – Dr. Harleen Quinzel
Lee Meriwether – Lucille Diamond (cameo)  
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⭐ Reviews

Critics Ratings
My Rating: 8/10
The Dove Foundation: Not rated
IMDb: 6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes (Critics): 100%
Metacritic (User): 70/100
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📖 Plot Summary
A grand experiment at Gotham State Prison to extract evil from villains accidentally transfers it into District Attorney Harvey Dent, transforming him into Two‑Face. Chaos follows as Batman and Robin face dual threats: stopping the new Two‑Face and contending with schemes from King Tut and Bookworm. Meanwhile, Catwoman must help reorient Batman’s true self before Gotham is lost.  
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📝 Overview
This animated feature, a direct sequel to Return of the Caped Crusaders, merges classic 1960s camp with a more structured narrative. William Shatner delivers a surprisingly nuanced Harvey Dent/Two‑Face, echoing Mark Hamill’s Joker in dramatic impact. Critics praised the faithful tone, call‑backs to the series, and emotional resonance of Adam West’s final performance. The film is charming, witty, and offers a fitting farewell to the original Batman era.  
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🧒 Family Friendliness / Christian Perspective
Rated PG, the movie features mild cartoon violence, gunshots, fistfights, explosions, and occasional sexual innuendo—all presented in a lighthearted, comic-book style. Recommended for ages 8+ by Common Sense Media.  
While not overtly faith-based, its themes of loyalty, the duality of choices, redemption, and self-awareness align with values like friendship, integrity, and the importance of moral character.
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🎬 Notable Scenes
Origins of Two‑Face – First five minutes depict the experiment gone wrong, scarring Harvey Dent.  

King Tut & Bookworm Subplots – Evil pairs schemes mirror Two‑Face’s theme. Not a parody but integrated plot arcs.  

King Tut Interrogation – A hilariously animated interrogation scene with quirky dialogue.  

Bus Battle on Double-Decker – Robin’s agility shines in a bus combat sequence full of retro stunt action.  

Two‑Face vs Batman (Clones) – A room full of replicated Batmen enforcing justice in absurd fashion.  

Catwoman’s Redemption – Catwoman helps reverse Batman’s personality shift in an emotional turning point.  

Tribute Montage – End-credits homage to Adam West, touching for fans of the classic Caped Crusader.  

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