DC revealed the first trailer for 'Batman: Knightfall'

Batman: Knightfall has already shown its first official images. The new animated film will adapt one of the most memorable arcs from DC Comics in a trilogy format.

The production was presented during the Annecy International Animation Festival and will arrive later this year from DC, Warner Bros. Animation, and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.

What the Batman: Knightfall trailer shows

The new trailer anticipates the adaptation of Knightfall, one of the most iconic Batman stories within DC comics.

The plot revolves around Bane, who frees all the villains from Arkham Asylum and pushes the Dark Knight to his physical and mental limits.

The official synopsis of the first installment states: “When the mysterious colossus known only as Bane frees Batman's entire rogues gallery from Arkham Asylum, the Caped Crusader is pushed to his breaking point, both physically and mentally.”

Who is in the voice cast of Batman: Knightfall

The film will feature a cast led by well-known actors from film and television.

• Anson Mount will voice Batman/Bruce Wayne.

• Michael Mando will voice Bane.

• Pablo Schreiber will voice Jean-Paul Valley/Azrael.

Who is behind the new adaptation of Knightfall

The direction will be handled by Jeff Wamester, while the script was written by Jeremy Adams. The story adapts the classic storyline created by:

• Doug Moench

When does Batman: Knightfall premiere

Batman: Knightfall Part 1 is the first installment of an animated trilogy based on the famous DC Comics event.

The film had its initial presentation on Tuesday at the Annecy International Animation Festival. Its commercial release is scheduled for later this year, although a specific date has not yet been announced.

The production also features Rick Morales as supervising producer, along with Jim Krieg and Kimberly S. Moreau as producers. Sam Register and Michael Uslan are involved as executive producers.