1986 (2021)
A gritty short film pitting Batman against The Punisher in the dark streets of Gotham City.
1986 - Movie Information
- Original Title: 1986
- Release Year: 2021
- Directed by: James Campbell
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Crime
- Runtime: 12m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 19, 2021 (United Kingdom - 18)
- Alternative Titles: BATMAN/PUNISHER: 1986 (UK)
- Production Companies: Eighties Doubt Productions
1986 - Plot
In 1986, Gotham's Dark Knight comes face-to-face with The Punisher as they hunt the same man.
1986 - Trailer
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1986 - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- James Campbell
Main Cast
- Lee Charles
- Mark Griffin
- Laurence R. Harvey
- Cornelius Geaney Jr.
- Michelle Bayly
- Dan Kawahigashi
- John Sharpe
- Kiran Pande
- Michael Lagin
Writers
- James Campbell
1986 - FAQs
Who plays Batman and The Punisher in 1986?
Lee Charles portrays Batman and Mark Griffin plays The Punisher in 1986. The film also features Laurence R. Harvey as The Penguin and Cornelius Geaney Jr. as the Joker, rounding out a cast of iconic comic book characters in this short fan film.
What is 1986 about?
1986 is a short action-crime film set in Gotham City where Batman and The Punisher independently pursue the same dangerous target. The film explores what happens when two of comics' most iconic vigilantes — one who refuses to kill, one who doesn't — are forced into the same hunt.
Is 1986 an official Batman and Punisher film?
1986 is an independent short film, not an official production by DC Comics, Marvel, or their parent studios. It is a fan-made crossover project produced by Eighties Doubt Productions, directed by James Campbell, and released in the United Kingdom in November 2021.
When was 1986 released?
1986 was released on November 19, 2021, in the United Kingdom. The film carries an 18 certificate for its UK release, indicating it is intended for adult audiences only.
Who directed the short film 1986?
1986 was directed by James Campbell, who also wrote the screenplay. Campbell helmed this gritty crossover short through Eighties Doubt Productions, bringing together two of the most iconic vigilante characters from DC and Marvel comics.
How long is the film 1986?
1986 has a runtime of 12 minutes, making it a short film. Despite its brief running time, it packs in a full crossover encounter between Batman and The Punisher set against the dark backdrop of Gotham City.
What genre is the film 1986?
1986 is an Action and Crime short film. It draws on the gritty, street-level tone associated with both Batman and The Punisher, blending vigilante action with a crime thriller atmosphere set in the iconic Gotham City.
What are similar movies to 1986?
If you enjoyed 1986, similar films worth exploring include Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero (1998), Chase Me (2003), and Batman Begins (2005). These titles share the dark, action-driven tone and comic book vigilante themes central to 1986's short but punchy crossover story.
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