A sequel to the 2019 hit film “Joker” is officially in the works! On June 7, the filmmaker behind the Joaquin Phoenix-led blockbuster, Todd Phillips, shared a first glimpse at the second movie’s official script on his Instagram. The follow-up movie, titled “Joker: Folie à Deux,” will see continued collaboration between writers Phillips and Scott…
A sequel to the 2019 hit film “Joker” is officially in the works! On June 7, the filmmaker behind the Joaquin Phoenix-led blockbuster, Todd Phillips. Shared a first glimpse at the second movie’s official script on his Instagram. The follow-up movie, titled “Joker: Folie à Deux,” will see continued collaboration between writers Phillips and Scott Silver. Who first teamed up to create the screenplay for the Oscar-winning original “Joker” film.
In addition to announcing the highly-anticipated project, Phillips also posted a picture of Phoenix deep in thought, seemingly reading the script. Hinting that he will reprise his role as the titular character in the sequel (which Variety later confirmed.) We also now know which big pop star is set to join the cast (hint: she’s worked with the “Joker” director before).
“Joker” made quite a splash when released in 2019, drawing in a whopping $1.07 billion at the global box office. And earning 12 Oscar nominations, with Phoenix taking home the best actor award and Hildur Gudnadóttir snagging a trophy for best original score.
Read on to find out everything we know about “Joker 2” so far. Including a pivotal plot device and word on the potential casting of Harley Quinn.
— Additional reporting by Eden Arielle Gordon
