Joker: Folie à Deux

"Joker: Folie à Deux" is a 2024 American musical legal drama film directed by Todd Phillips, who co-wrote the screenplay with Scott Silver. Serving as a sequel to the 2019 film "Joker," it is based on DC Comics characters. The narrative centers on Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix), known as the Joker, who is confined to Arkham State Hospital awaiting trial for his crimes. There, he encounters Harley "Lee" Quinzel (Lady Gaga), a new patient with whom he forms a complex and perilous bond. The film delves into their shared descent into madness and chaos, highlighting their internal struggles and impact on the world around them. The supporting cast includes Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Zazie Beetz, Steve Coogan, and Harry Lawtey. The film premiered on September 4, 2024, at the Venice Film Festival and was widely released on October 4, 2024.