Since its impactful release in 2019, 'Joker' starring Joaquin Phoenix has left audiences eagerly awaiting its sequel, building up considerable anticipation within the cinematic realm. In a delightful Christmas gesture, director Todd Phillips bestowed a gift upon DC enthusiasts by unveiling glimpses of 'Joker: Folie a Deux' featuring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, as reported by Deadline.
Phillips took to Instagram to share two captivating photos. The first image captured Phoenix's Joker in captivity, while the second showcased Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn gazing at the enigmatic Joker, adorned in his signature makeup. Accompanying the images was Phillips' warm holiday message, "Wishing everyone a happy holiday and a beautiful new year." Phoenix reprises his mesmerizing portrayal of the Joker from the 2018 film, while Lady Gaga steps into the sequel as Harley Quinn.
According to Deadline, the sequel's cast boasts talents such as Catherine Keener, Brendan Gleeson, and Zazie Beetz. Positioned within DC Elseworlds, 'Joker: Folie a Deux' stands distinct from the universe curated by Peter Safran and James Gunn since their leadership at DC Studios.
Lady Gaga's assumption of the Harley Quinn role, previously portrayed by Margot Robbie in films like 'Suicide Squad', 'Birds of Prey', and 'The Suicide Squad', signals a passing of the torch. Robbie, expressing her joy, shared, "It makes me so happy because I said from the very beginning, all I want is for Harley Quinn to be one of those characters, the way like Macbeth or Batman always gets passed from great actor to great actor." She emphasized the honor in establishing a character foundation that allows various actors to interpret Harley Quinn, anticipating Lady Gaga's remarkable take on the role.
'Joker: Folie a Deux' is set for release on October 4, 2024, promising to captivate audiences anew with its intriguing narrative and the evolving personas of these iconic characters.
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