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Where does Batman fit in DC?

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  5. 1992Batman ReturnsBatman ReturnsMOVIE

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When does Batman take place?

The movie takes place in 1989 in a parallel universe.

Why watch Batman at this point?

One of the most iconic and genre-defining superhero movies.