Description
- Type: Figure
- Manufacturer / publisher: DC Direct
- Release: 2004
- License/IP: DC Comics / Batman
- Based on: Frank Miller's Batman: The Dark Knight Returns
- Size: 7 inch.
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Character:
This Batman action figure was released in 2004 by DC Direct as part of the first series of action figures based on Frank Miller's legendary Batman: The Dark Knight Returns. The series brought Miller's distinct art style directly into a three-dimensional collectible and consisted of Batman, Robin, The Joker, and Superman.
The Dark Knight Returns is set in a future where Bruce Wayne has left his life as Batman behind for years. Meanwhile, Gotham City is becoming increasingly violent and is being plagued by the Mutant Gang. The now-older Bruce can eventually no longer stand by and decides to take up the mantle of Batman once again.
This DC Direct version captures that older and physically much more imposing Batman perfectly. Instead of the slimmer Batman from many other comics, this figure has the broad shoulders, heavy build, and characteristic facial expression that make Frank Miller's Dark Knight so recognizable.
Batman wears his classic grey costume with a dark cape, mask, gloves, and boots. The figure comes with the characteristic display base that can form a larger whole together with the bases of the other figures in the series.
Due to the combination of the original DC Direct production, the 2004 release, and the direct connection to one of the most influential Batman stories, this is a particularly representative Batman for collectors of older DC Direct figures.
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Box Condition: See images
"This would be a good death... but not good enough."
— Batman, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns
Product information:
- WARNING! Choking hazard. Small parts; 3+; ATTENTION: Not suitable for children under 36 months
- This item comes from a private collection.
- Officially licensed product, manufactured under license from the rights holder.
- This product meets the requirements of the CE mark and is in accordance with the applicable European directives for safety, health, and environmental protection.
- Made of durable PVC.