The Dark Knight is a 2008 superhero film directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Christian Bale as Batman. Bale delivers a captivating performance as the brooding and complex superhero, facing off against the iconic villain, The Joker, played by Heath Ledger. The film explores themes of morality, justice, and the blurred line between hero and villain. With its intense action sequences, gripping storyline, and stellar performances, The Dark Knight is widely regarded as one of the greatest superhero movies of all time.