Joker: Folie à Deux
Official Teaser Trailer
Warner Bros

"Joker: Folie à Deux" (2024) is the highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed 2019 film Joker. Directed by Todd Phillips, who returns to helm this follow-up, the film stars Joaquin Phoenix reprising his Oscar-winning role as Arthur Fleck/Joker, alongside Lady Gaga in a show-stopping turn as Harley Quinn. Set two years after the events of the first film, "Joker: Folie à Deux" finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized in Arkham State Hospital. The story follows Arthur as he grapples with his dual identity and unexpectedly finds love with Harley Quinn, a music therapist at the facility. As their shared delusions spiral into musical madness, Arthur's devoted followers launch a movement to free him from confinement. What sets this sequel apart is its bold genre-blending approach. Phillips has crafted a musical psychological thriller, infusing the gritty Gotham backdrop with surreal musical numbers. This unique take promises to deliver a cinematic experience unlike anything seen before. With a reported budget of $200 million, Joker: Folie à Deux boasts impressive production values. Filming took place across Los Angeles, New York City, and New Jersey from December 2022 to April 2023. The film also features original music and choreography that was created with the help of Lady Gaga, who served as the film's music consultant.