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Batman: Ranking the Movie Batsuits

Author:Kristen Update:Mar 22,2025

The cinematic future is brimming with Batman! With Matt Reeves' sequel and James Gunn's DCU reboot both featuring the Dark Knight, it's time to delve into the history of Batman's iconic batsuits, ranking them from the utterly dreadful to the undeniably awesome. From infamous nipples to impressive neck mobility, we'll examine how each suit has shaped its respective film.

The batsuit transcends mere costume; it's a crucial element, vital to both terrifying criminals and establishing the tone of each film. Countless actors and directors have tackled the challenge of bringing the Caped Crusader to life, and the suit itself plays a pivotal role in his shadowy, bat-like persona.

This ranking considers decades of batsuit evolution, from the campy 60s to the brooding 80s and beyond, even to the armor capable of (with a little kryptonite help) facing Superman. We've weighed form and function to create this definitive ranking! Please note: this list focuses exclusively on live-action movie batsuits.

Don't forget to vote for your favorite batsuit in our poll below! Also, check out our list of the 10 greatest comic book batsuits, and learn how Robert Pattinson's suit draws inspiration from the Arkham games and comics!

Batman: A Movie Batsuit Ranking

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