5. The Lego Batman Movie
I don’t know if any crystal ball could have predicted that The Lego Batman Movie would become one of the most beloved Batman movies in history, but here we are.
The 2017 cartoon is a loving ode to Batman lore that’s all-ages funny, with charismatic voice acting and vibrant animation. Its screwball plot starts with Batman offending the Joker—who wants to be a meaningful part of Batman’s life—and ends with Batman acknowledging his intimacy issues. So, while it provides plenty of sloshing buckets of fun, The Lego Batman Movie is also full of warm and fuzzy tenderness. You’ll want to return to it with butter popcorn and a comfortable blanket in hand.
