The origins of the legend of Batman. Limited Edition Year 2005 Theatrical Release 2005-06-15 Video Release 2005-10-18 Studio Warner Bros. Genre Action MPAA Rating PG-13 CARA intense action violence, disturbing images and some thematic elements Color Color Runtime 134 Animated Live-Action Full Synopsis Batman Begins explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham. In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne Christian Bale travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He returns to Gotham and unveils his alter-ego Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city. Director Christopher Nolan Cast Christopher Nolan; Christian Bale; Liam Neeson; Michael Caine; Katie Holmes; Cillian Murphy; Morgan Freeman; Gary Oldman; Ken Watanabe; Tom Wilkinson; Rutger Hauer