Filmclub-Festival: ‚Joker: Folie à Deux‘

Todd Phillips' Announces The Cast For his upcoming Sequel, ‚Joker: Folie à Deux'

Lady Gaga joins the cast of 'Joker: Folie à Deux' opposite Joaquin Phoenix.

The first official cast announcement for Joker: Folie à Deux came in the form of a musical teaser, revealing that Lady Gaga will star opposite Joaquin Phoenix in the sequel. Although specific plot details for the sequel have been kept under wraps, speculation around the title suggests it will revolve around the concept of 'folie à deux', a shared delusional disorder.

This psychological condition sees two or more people share a common delusion and is often seen in people who are very close, such as family members or romantic partners. In the context of the film, this could suggest that Phoenix's Arthur Fleck/Joker could meet someone who shares his dark and twisted worldview, leading to even more chaos and destruction. This would align with rumors that Gaga will play Harley Quinn, the Joker's on-again, off-again love interest and accomplice.

Other Cast Announced

Alongside Gaga and Phoenix, other cast members have been announced for the sequel. Zazie Beetz, who played Sophie Dumond in the first film, will reprise her role. Additionally, Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, and Jacob Lofland have been cast in undisclosed roles.

With production expected to begin in December, more details about the plot and characters of 'Joker: Folie à Deux' are likely to emerge in the coming months.