Billionaire vigilante who becomes Batman to protect Gotham from crime and corruption.
Batman's primary antagonist who seeks to corrupt Gotham's soul and prove Batman is no different from him.
The Joker challenges Batman's moral code throughout the film, forcing him to break his one rule and ultimately framing him as a criminal.
Bruce sees Dent as the city's white knight and hopes to pass the mantle of heroism to him.
Bruce publicly supports Dent as Gotham's legitimate protector, believing Dent's success will allow him to retire as Batman.
Bruce's lifelong love interest who chose Harvey Dent over him.
Bruce romantically pursues his childhood friend Rachel Dawes, despite her being with Dent.
Alfred serves as Bruce's confidant and moral compass, offering wisdom and support.
Alfred is described as Bruce's loyal butler, legal guardian, and surrogate father figure following the murders of his parents.
Bruce relies on Lucius for technological support and the surveillance network.
Lucius Fox, head of Wayne Enterprises Applied Sciences, supplies Batman with advanced tech and helps him find Lau in Hong Kong.
Batman's trusted ally in the police force, working together to bring down the mob and the Joker.
Batman, Harvey Dent, and police lieutenant Jim Gordon ally to eliminate Gotham's organized crime.
Reese works at Wayne Enterprises and discovers Bruce's secret identity.
Coleman Reese is a consultant for Wayne Enterprises who deduces Batman's identity.
Batman captures Lau to bring him back to Gotham for trial.
With the help of Lucius Fox, Batman finds Lau in Hong Kong and returns him to the custody of the Gotham police.
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