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Where to watch The Dark Knight Trilogy films in order

The The Dark Knight Trilogy franchise is an action, crime and drama series of 3 films released between 2005 and 2012. It runs from Batman Begins (2005) to The Dark Knight Rises (2012), and this guide lays out every film in the order to watch it, with where each one streams in India.

3
films
3 of 3
on Indian OTT
2005–2012
release span
7h 37m
watch time
UA
age rating
ActionCrimeDramaThriller
Batman Begins
The Dark Knight
The Dark Knight Rises
Where to watch in India

All 3 The Dark Knight Trilogy films stream in India, split across Prime Video and JioHotstar — the complete saga without renting a thing.

The The Dark Knight Trilogy franchise, explained

The series is a critical favourite: its 3 rated films average 8.0 on TMDB, peaking at 8.5 for The Dark Knight (2008) and dropping to 7.7 for Batman Begins (2005).

Watched back to back, the films add up to about 7h 37m of screen time. The toughest age rating across the franchise is UA, so plan the saga accordingly.

This guide lists every film in release order with its India streaming home, so you always know what to watch next and where. We refresh availability as titles move between platforms.

How to watch The Dark Knight Trilogy films in order

The clearest way through the The Dark Knight Trilogy franchise is release order — the sequence the films came out in. Begin with Batman Begins (2005) and finish on The Dark Knight Rises (2012). All 3 stream in India, though you'll move between Prime Video and JioHotstar along the way. Back to back, the full binge runs about 7h 37m.

3 films, in release order

  1. 1
    The film that started the franchise — and its lowest-rated.

    Batman Begins

    20057.72h 20mMovieUA

    “Evil fears the knight.”

    Director: Christopher Nolan

    Cast: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes

    Streaming in India

    Driven by tragedy, billionaire Bruce Wayne dedicates his life to uncovering and defeating the corruption that plagues his home, Gotham City. Unable to work within the system, he instead creates a new identity, a symbol of fear for the criminal underworld - The Batman.

    DramaCrimeAction
  2. 2
    The second film in the franchise — and its highest-rated.

    The Dark Knight

    20088.52h 32mMovieUA

    “Some men just want to watch the world burn.”

    Director: Christopher Nolan

    Cast: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine

    Streaming in India

    Batman raises the stakes in his war on crime. With the help of Lt. Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to the terrified citizens of Gotham as the Joker.

    ActionThrillerCrime
  3. 3
    The most recent film.

    The Dark Knight Rises

    20127.82h 45mMovieUA

    “The legend ends.”

    Director: Christopher Nolan

    Cast: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman, Tom Hardy, Joseph Gordon-Levitt

    Streaming in India

    Following the death of District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman assumes responsibility for Dent's crimes to protect the late attorney's reputation and is subsequently hunted by the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman encounters the mysterious Selina Kyle and the villainous Bane, a new terrorist leader who overwhelms Gotham's finest. The Dark Knight resurfaces to protect a city that has branded him an enemy.

    ActionCrimeDramaThriller

The Dark Knight Trilogy: where to watch — FAQ

How many The Dark Knight Trilogy films are there?
There are 3 The Dark Knight Trilogy films, released between 2005 and 2012 — from Batman Begins (2005) to The Dark Knight Rises (2012).
Where can I watch The Dark Knight Trilogy films in India?
All 3 The Dark Knight Trilogy films stream on Indian OTT on Prime Video and JioHotstar. You can watch the whole series with a single subscription.
Is The Dark Knight Trilogy on Netflix in India?
No. In India The Dark Knight Trilogy films are not on Netflix — they stream on Prime Video and JioHotstar.
What order should I watch The Dark Knight Trilogy films in?
Watch them in release order, starting with Batman Begins (2005) and ending with The Dark Knight Rises (2012). The full 3-film order is listed above.

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