Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Part 1 is the first in a two-part direct-to-video animated adaptation of the 1986 story of the same name that was written by Frank Miller. The film is being produced by Warner Premiere, DC Entertainment, Warner Bros. Animation, and Warner Home Video. It will premiere in New York on September 20th, 2012, and in L.A. on September 24th, and will be available to the public to purchase on September 25th, 2012.