A New Batman Movie Is a Streaming Hit on HBO Max (and It’s Not The Batman)

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There’s an abundance of excellent Batman movies, many of which are luckily available on HBO Max. This collection includes classics like Batman Begins, Batman (1989), and The Batman, among others, not to mention a plethora of fantastic TV shows and animated series featuring the Dark Knight. It’s no wonder, therefore, that a Batman movie is doing exceptionally well as one of the top 10 streaming movies on HBO Max right now. What’s surprising, though, is which Batman film is currently enjoying this streaming success.

As a cinephile, I’ve got some exciting news! HBO Max is streaming some top-tier films according to FlixPatrol, like Sinners and A Minecraft Movie, with Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League following closely. This isn’t just any Batman movie; it’s the second installment in the Batman Ninja series, a spin-off that started with the original Batman Ninja back in 2018. The first film saw our Dark Knight transported to Feudal Japan due to some time displacement shenanigans, and this sequel finds him and his allies trying to navigate their way back to the present. However, they soon discover that things have undergone a significant transformation since their departure.

The movie has left a lasting impact and is currently a popular choice for streaming on HBO Max. It offers an exciting take on the Dark Knight that audiences haven’t experienced before in this format. Among all the different animated Batman series, Batman Ninja stands out as something innovative and fresh, and it’s evident that it’s striking a chord with both fans and viewers alike.

Here are the currently trending movies on HBO Max: Sinners, A Minecraft Movie, Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, 1992, Charlie’s Angels, Ninja Assassin, Big Daddy, High Rollers, and Fast X. At the moment, these are the most popular shows on HBO Max: Ricky and Morty, And Just Like That…, The Gilded Age, Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose, It, Duster, American Monster: Abuse of Power, Bahar, Bullock, and Yali Capkini.

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Continues

In the sequel, following their return to the present, Batman and his family discover that the events of the first movie have caused a shift in time, with Japan now controlled by a rogue Yakuza faction. This power grab has resulted in the emergence of Yakuza counterparts for characters such as The Flash, Aquaman, and Green Lantern. As the story unfolds, they encounter an alternate Wonder Woman. It’s now Batman, along with Damian, Nightwing, and their family, who must defeat this new enemy to restore order and return things to normalcy. The full description for the movie can be found below.

In the follow-up to Batman Ninja, the Batman clan finds themselves back in the present only to uncover a shocking revelation: Japan is no longer on Earth, instead replaced by a colossal island floating above Gotham City. This mysterious island, named Hinomoto, is under the control of the Yakuza, an ruthless group of powerful individuals who embody neither morality nor compassion and seem strikingly similar to the Justice League. With Gotham hanging in the balance, it falls upon Batman and his associates to restore order and protect their city.

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League is now streaming on HBO Max.

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2025-07-10 07:09