'Aztec Batman: Clashes of Empires': How to watch new Batman movie trailer
Luckily, though, you don't have to wait to get your fix of the Dark Knight: Warner Bros. Entertainment officially unveiled the first trailer for the animated film, "Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires."
The DC animation takes a unique approach to the story of Bruce Wayne, placing the characters in the Aztec Empire on the brink of Spanish colonization.
As shown in the trailer, the son of an Aztec ruler takes on the role of a bat-themed warrior to fight Spanish conquistadors following the death of his father. It also teases a new spin on classic villains like the Joker, Two-Face and Poison Ivy, who have been altered to fit the era of the movie.
Where to watch the new Batman movie trailer
You can get a first look at "Aztec Batman: Clash of the Empires" by watching Warner Bros. Entertainment's official teaser on X.
The film is slated to hit streaming services on Sept. 9, 2025, so keep an eye out for any additional trailers that may come out for another look prior to its release.
This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: New Batman movie trailer: How to Watch 'Aztec Batman: Clashes of Empires' preview
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