Even thoughThe Dark Knighttrilogybegan two decades ago, it still contains three of the best comic book films in history. Its middle chapter,The Dark Knight, is often in conversation with some of the best films of all time. That has a lot to do withChristopher Nolan’s genius, but it also has to do withChristian Bale’s BatmanandHeath Ledger’s Joker.Now the pair of cinematic arch-rivals can battle it out with new figures from Mezco Toyz.
A part of Mezco’s One:12 Collective scale series, these premium figures showBale’s Batmanand Ledger’sClown Prince of Crimein all their glory.Shown off atSan Diego Comic-Conlast month, Batman is seen in his second updated costume for the trilogy designed by Lucius Fox (Morgan Freeman). Joker, on the other hand, is seen in his muted purple suit from the sequel. These Dark Knight figures now joinThe Batman,Batman: The Animated Series, andBatman: Year Onein Mezco’s One:12 Collective collection.
“You Either Die a Hero…"
WhileBatman Beginswas all about hope and overcoming one’s fears,The Dark Knightflipped that concept on its head. Focusing on escalation, corruption and chaos,Batman’s battle with Joker pushed the DC hero to his limits.This was all the while the new district attorney,Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart), got caught in the crossfire.
With a killer 94% certified fresh rating onRotten Tomatoes,The Dark Knightis still the gold standard of the comic book genre. It also remains one of the best crime thrillers of all time. With the character in a new cinematic era withMatt Reeves’The Batmanuniverse and the DCU’sThe Brave and The Bold, there’s a lot that DC Studios can learn from this trilogy as a whole. Especially when it comes to the countless weighty performances.Ledger’s Joker, for example, is a threat that can’t be matched; the actor’s legacy lives on throughThe Dark Knight’s action figures, Funko Pops, and the various physical media releases.
Where Can You Stream ‘The Dark Knight’ Trilogy?
Batman Begins,The Dark KnightandThe Dark Knight Risesare all streaming onHBO Maxalongside other major DC classics. The trilogy is also readily available on Blu-ray and 4K, including a new20th anniversary 4K steelbook box setthat’ll be released this fall. There’s no word on whenThe Dark Knight’s One:12 Collective Batman and Joker figures will go up for pre-order, but you can visitMezco Toyz’s websiteto view their past releases.
The Dark Knight
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