Get ready Bat-fans. Warner Bros. is bringing Batman Unmasked back to the UK for a second year as part of the celebrations for Batman’s 85th birthday. This year’s event will launch in Manchester before travelling south to London just in time for Batman Day on September 21, 2024.
This year, Manchester and London will both welcome Batman Unmasked- a journey through an elaborate collection of Batman items from the famous Warner Bros. archives, offering fans an exclusive opportunity to experience the cinematic world of Batman like never before. Opening its doors at Depot Mayfield in Manchester on 16 July and running until 26 August, Batman Unmasked will then descend upon London’s Covent Garden from 6 September through 3 November, allowing fans to celebrate Batman Day at the London-based experience on 21 September. The experience brings the cinematic world of Batman to UK fans in celebration of the DC Caped Crusader’s 8th anniversary throughout 2024.
Captivating Batman fans of all ages, Batman Unmasked will take guests on a thrilling journey through the Caped Crusader’s legendary history on film as they explore an extensive collection of original propers and cosumtes from Warner Bros. Pictures films including Batman ’89, Batman Forever, Batman & Robin, Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, The Dark Knight Rises, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Justice League, Joker and The Batman.
Navigationg through a series of themed rooms, visitors will venture in to the world of Gotham City. Guests will take in the awe-inspiring Batsuits worn by iconic actors including Robert Pattinson, Christian Bale and Michael Keaton, alongside original props and memorabilia. In each city there will be a selection of original vehicles on display including the Tumbler and Batpod from The Dark Knight, and the Batmobile and Batbike from The Batman.
Travelling through walkways inspired by the various criminals of Gotham City, guests will arrive at The Rogue’s Gallery – a dark and mysterious space devoted to the DC Super-Villains Batman has faced through the years, including an array of suits, props and weapons like Uma Thurman’s Poison Ivy ensemble, Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn costume, Jim Carrey’s Riddler outfit and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Mr. Freeze suit. Ahead of The Joker returning to the big screen this year in Joker: Folie A Deux, fans will also be able to see the red suit worn by Joaquin Phoenix in Joker and the infamous nurses uniform worn by Heath Ledger in The Dark Knight.
Throughout the Batman Unmasked experience, younger fans will also be able to explore the space and find hidden facts and will be able to capture the moment and remember the day forever with several photo opportunities. At the end of the experience, guests will be able to enjoy a free-flowing comic book and gaming area before purchasing exclusive Batman Unmasked merchandise at the retail store including special Batman 85th Anniversary items alongside classic Batman swag.
Ticket prices (to be confirmed) include discounted concession rates as well as savings for small groups of 4 or larger groups of 10. Sign up to the wait list now and get priority access to ticket sales on June 12 before general on sale on June 13.
Head to www.BatmanExhibition.com for more information and long live the bat!
