Will Joaquin Phoenix Play Joker in "Joker 2"?
The Hollywood Reporter exclusively reported on 13 June that Warner Bros. hasn't yet closed the deal with Phoenix to reprise his role as the Joker in the sequel, but he's said to be deep into final negotiations (as Phillips's Instagram teased).
Who Will Play Harley Quinn in "Joker 2"?
It's worth noting that the stand-alone "Joker" exists in a separate universe from other DC feature films, which means the audience will be introduced to a different version of Harley, which has previously been played by Margot Robbie in several live-action projects, including "Suicide Squad" (2016), "Birds of Prey" (2020), and "The Suicide Squad" (2021). Kaley Cuoco has also voiced the popular character in HBO Max's animated series "Harley Quinn," which will return for a third season later this year.
As per a 4 August tweet from Lady Gaga, she's confirmed to appear in "Joker: Folie à Deux," though details about her character are being kept under wraps. Many are speculating that she'll be the next of Hollywood's ever-growing list of actresses to play Harley. This wouldn't be the first collaboration between Phillips and Gaga. Phillips produced the 2018 musical romance "A Star Is Born," which scored Gaga an Oscar for best original song for "Shallow." In the movie, the "Rain on Me" singer starred opposite Bradley Cooper, who also serves as a producer for "Joker."
Who Else Is in the "Joker 2" Cast?
News on the rest of the sequel's cast is still forthcoming.