Lady Gaga has shared the poster for the upcoming movie 'Joker: Folie à Deux' on Instagram. The film serves as the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster 'Joker' and is scheduled to be released on October 4, 2024 [62a639d6]. Joaquin Phoenix will reprise his role as the iconic DC supervillain, and Lady Gaga will portray Harley Quinn. The star-studded cast includes Zazie Beetz, Catherine Keener, Ken Leung, Brendan Gleeson, Steve Coogan, and Jacob Lofland. Lady Gaga's audio preview as Harley Quinn in 'Joker: Folie à Deux' was also unveiled [62a639d6][0567463f].
The Motion Picture Association has announced that 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is rated R for 'strong violence, language throughout, sexuality, and brief full nudity' [aba6f282][0567463f]. The movie is described as a jukebox musical, featuring at least 15 reinterpretations of well-known songs, with a few possible new songs thrown into the mix. The film's composer, Hildur Guðnadóttir, who won an Oscar for her work on the first 'Joker' movie, will infuse her distinctive and haunting music cues into each number. The potential storyline suggests that the film will take place partly in Arkham Asylum, where Joker and Harley Quinn met in the comics. The title 'Folie à Deux' refers to a medical term for two or more people suffering from the same or similar mental disorder [feed282c][0567463f].
Despite the high expectations, 'Joker: Folie à Deux' has already faced criticism and is being discussed in the context of sequels that have bombed with critics and audiences alike. It has been compared to other infamous sequels that are considered 'so bad they're good,' such as 'The Exorcist II: The Heretic' (1977), 'Jaws 2' (1978), 'Grease 2' (1982), 'Staying Alive' (1983), and 'Speed 2: Cruise Control' (1997) [170fe6aa]. These films have gained cult status for their unique charm and entertainment value, despite their poor reception upon release.
The budget for 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is reported to be $200 million, more than twice the budget of the first film. The original 'Joker' movie was also rated R and received 11 nominations at the 2020 Oscars. It grossed over $1 billion at the global box office [f111d4e2].
The first trailer for 'Joker: Folie à Deux' has been released, giving fans a glimpse of the highly anticipated sequel. The trailer begins with Arthur spending his time in prison and meeting Harley. Harley convinces Arthur to escape the prison, and they set off on a mad and crazy ride. The trailer showcases the dark and twisted world of the Joker and Harley Quinn, with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga delivering captivating performances [15efe986].
In addition to the trailer release, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has also announced that the final chapter of the animated movie trilogy, Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths, will feature a reunion of Kevin Conroy's Batman and Mark Hamill's Joker [b6c21d42].
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has revealed release details for 'The Batman Part II'. The movie is set to be released in US cinemas on Friday, October 3, 2025. The UK release date is unconfirmed but is expected to be around the same time. The Batman Part II is a standalone sequel to 'The Batman' and is part of DC's Elseworlds banner. Robert Pattinson will reprise his role as Batman, and other potential returning cast members include Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Gordon, Colin Farrell as Penguin, Barry Keoghan as Joker, Zoë Kravitz as Catwoman, and Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth. The plot details for 'The Batman Part II' are scarce, but it is rumored to feature new villains rising up in Gotham after the events of the first film. There is currently no trailer available for the movie [968f1cd0].
J.K. Simmons, who portrayed Commissioner Gordon in the DC Extended Universe, explains the origin of his viral workout selfie from 2016. The selfie was taken after Simmons had lost 35 pounds for a previous movie role and then started hitting the gym to regain muscle. The assumption that he got jacked for the Justice League movie was coincidental timing, as Commissioner Gordon wears a trench coat throughout the film. Simmons will be appearing in the upcoming movie Red One, where he will show off his muscles. He will also be reprising his role as Omni-Man in the animated series Invincible [f1c48c8f].
Gotham City is under the control of the Orgham family, and Catwoman recruits the Joker to help break their spell. Batman returns to Gotham to free the citizens from the Orgham family's hypnotic powers. Catwoman sets up a meeting with the Joker as a last resort against the Orghams. The Orgham family wants to impose order on Gotham and erase Batman's legacy. Catwoman seeks out the Joker because he can resist the Orgham family's hypnosis. Batman prepares for a rematch against the Orgham family. The Joker is revealed to be the Clown Prince of Crime's BFF. Batman has been defeated by the Orgham family once before. Catwoman sets up a contingency plan with the Joker. Batman is more prepared this time but could still lose. Detective Comics #1084 is on sale now from DC Comics. [93ebff85].
DC Comics settles the debate on whether Harley Quinn is a hero or villain in a new story. In Harley Quinn #40's backstory 'Harley Quinn and the Scales of Justice' by Grace Ellis and Hannah Templer, Harley is accepted into the Quintessence Academy of Vice and Virtue. The academy divides its students into two departments, and Harley is unable to be designated as either 'Good' or 'Evil' on the Scales of Justice. She joins the Rat Bastards, led by Poison Ivy. DC Comics acknowledges that Harley Quinn is too complex to be defined as a hero or a villain. The character has evolved from being the Joker's sidekick to a solo villain, an anti-hero, and now someone who teams up with heroes. The article notes that most people aren't purely good or evil, and Harley Quinn's alignment is similarly fluid. The article concludes that for now, it's easiest to say that both 'hero' and 'villain' are suitable for Harley Quinn. Harley Quinn #40 is available now from DC Comics. [688fe350].
Amazon Prime Video's Batman: Caped Crusader has announced its voice cast, with Hamish Linklater voicing The Batman. Other actors in the series include Christina Ricci as Catwoman, Jamie Chung as Harley Quinn, and Diedrich Bader as Two-Face. The series will have a noir aesthetic and is set to premiere on August 1, 2024 [dbbccea4].
Yellowjackets star Christina Ricci's new show 'Batman: Caped Crusader' has released its first-look trailer. The 10-episode series, produced by Matt Reeves, JJ Abrams, and Bruce Timm, stars Christina Ricci as Catwoman/Selina Kyle. The show will premiere on August 1 and will focus on reimagining the Batman story in Gotham City, showcasing the city's fear and the conflict between Batman and the criminals. Ricci's character, Selina Kyle, is described as a blithe and pampered heiress who becomes Catwoman to maintain her lavish lifestyle. The show will also feature other characters like Bruce Wayne/Batman, Dr Harleen Quinzel/Harley Quinn, and Harvey Dent/Two-Face [f9532d52].
Fans are calling the release of 'Wicked' Part 1 and 'Gladiator II' on the same day the 'Wickediator'. The films are set to premiere on November 22, 2024. Social media users have already shared their thoughts on the same-day release, with some posting clips from 'Wicked' and others sharing potential premiere day outfits. 'Wicked' Part 1 stars Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, while 'Gladiator II' is the sequel to Ridley Scott's 2000 film and stars Paul Mescal and Millie Bobby Brown. Both films are highly anticipated and have generated excitement among fans. [a649ad7d].
Universal Pictures has moved the release date of the first part of the adaptation of the musical forward by a few days. It will premiere in the US on November 22nd, five days earlier than planned. That move puts it up against Ridley Scott’s swords and sandals sequel, starring Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal. The article discusses the phenomenon of the Summer of 2023, where the dueling releases of Greta Gerwig’s and Christopher Nolan’s became the year’s must-see event. The lesson that Hollywood seemed to learn from Barbenheimer is that you can take any IP and make it a phenomenon, or that putting two seemingly oppositional films in the same release slot will automatically create excitement with previously ambivalent audiences. Hollywood spends a lot of time trying to reverse-engineer hits and make lightning strike twice rather than establish a stronger foundation on which to create new ideas. [6801a234].
Zoë Kravitz is reportedly in talks to star in Darren Aronofsky's 90s-set New York thriller. The project was announced in March, and Kravitz is in advanced talks to join the production. She recently starred as Selina Kyle in 2022's The Batman. The film is still in pre-production.