The Dark Knight also cemented Heath Ledger's status as one of the greatest villains in cinematic history. His posthumous Oscar win for Best Supporting Actor was a testament to his exceptional performance.

Batman, Lt. Gordon (Gary Oldman), and District Attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart) form an alliance to dismantle organized crime. Their efforts are derailed by the Joker, an agent of chaos who forces Batman to confront his own limits. The film’s third-act twist remains one of cinema’s most devastating.