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  • Published: 13 October 2026
  • ISBN: 9781799513100
  • Imprint: DC Comics
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 280
  • RRP: $85.00

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Deluxe Edition



Frank Miller's genre-defining graphic novel celebrates its 40th year anniversary with a new deluxe edition.

In 1986, comics visionary Frank Miller, along with Klaus Janson and Lynn Varley, reenvisioned the Dark Knight in a bold way that has since revolutionized the way people view superhero comics.

It’s been 10 years since the Batman was last seen, and Gotham City has since decayed into a cesspool of crime. But now something has stirred within Bruce Wayne, reminding him of the solemn vow he made to his parents. As Gotham falls prey to gangs and as the threat of nuclear war looms, Bruce can no longer stand by idly. The night belongs to Batman, and it’s time to remind the world that justice still exists.

This 40th anniversary deluxe edition of the beloved classic collects the original four-issue Prestige series and includes a new afterword by Miller; a tribute cover gallery featuring artwork by Jim Lee, Jock, and others; and more!

  • Published: 13 October 2026
  • ISBN: 9781799513100
  • Imprint: DC Comics
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 280
  • RRP: $85.00

Praise for Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Deluxe Edition

"In four groundbreaking issues in late 1986, Miller's DARK KNIGHT RETURNS delighted and enraged comic book classicists by turning Batman--a beloved but gimmicky hero who seemed to have the keys of life forever tucked into his utility belt-into a brooding vigilante, bleak, grim and full of rooftop psychosis."--USA TODAY

"Changed the course of comics."--ROLLING STONE

"There's never been storytelling quite like this. It took someone who views comics as an art to create it."--WASHINGTON POST

"It's film noir in cartoon panels."--VANITY FAIR

"His brutal yet elegant noir renderings, pulpy yet eloquent scripting, and thoroughly uncompromising attitude make him one of the most distinctive voices in comics."--ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY