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Between Robert Pattinson and the imminent returns of Ben Affleck and Michael Keaton, the Dark Knight is suddenly everywhere. But – especially on the heels of one of Batman’s best movies yet – it’s also the perfect moment for him to take a break, writes Chris Edwards

The British actor is the latest in a long line of men to take on the iconic role of Bruce Wayne aka The Batman. Some lucky fans got closer to the actor than most as he made a surprise appearance at a screening.

A billionaire who dresses up as a bat to strike fear into the hearts of evildoers is back on the streets of Gotham. This time Robert Pattinson is in the batsuit in the sixth film featuring the caped crusader in the last decade alone.

The latest comic book adaptation was filmed in Scotland and sees Robert Pattinson take on the role of the caped crusader, alongside Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman, Paul Danos as The Riddler, Colin Farrell as Penguin and Andi Serkis as Alfred.

When it feels like institutions and the rule of law are corrupt and dysfunctional, the story of one man taking control really resonates

Batman has his fair share of pressures, from saving Gotham to saving movie theaters. And while they’re both still decidedly works in progress, “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson, managed to give a little glimmer of hope to both by grossing $128.5 million in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.…

“The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson, managed to give a little glimmer of hope movie theaters, grossing $128.5 million in North America

"When you go on to set, you’re there to do a job, so freaking out doesn’t even cross your mind"

Pattinson is appealingly conflicted, and Zoë Kravitz’s Catwoman adds bite, but Matt Reeves’s noirish reboot underwhelms