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Joker

  • 20192019
  • RR
  • 2h 2min
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
1.1M
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
125
2
  • Cast & crew
  • User reviews
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  • IMDbPro
Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
An exploration of Arthur Fleck, a man disregarded by society.
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In Gotham City, mentally troubled comedian Arthur Fleck is disregarded and mistreated by society. He then embarks on a downward spiral of revolution and bloody crime. This path brings him fa... Read allIn Gotham City, mentally troubled comedian Arthur Fleck is disregarded and mistreated by society. He then embarks on a downward spiral of revolution and bloody crime. This path brings him face-to-face with his alter-ego: the Joker.In Gotham City, mentally troubled comedian Arthur Fleck is disregarded and mistreated by society. He then embarks on a downward spiral of revolution and bloody crime. This path brings him face-to-face with his alter-ego: the Joker.

IMDb RATING
8.4/10
1.1M
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
125
2
  • Director
    • Todd Phillips
  • Writers
    • Todd Phillips
    • Scott Silver
    • Bob Kane(based on characters created by)
  • Stars
    • Joaquin Phoenix
    • Robert De Niro
    • Zazie Beetz
Top credits
  • Director
    • Todd Phillips
  • Writers
    • Todd Phillips
    • Scott Silver
    • Bob Kane(based on characters created by)
  • Stars
    • Joaquin Phoenix
    • Robert De Niro
    • Zazie Beetz
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 11KUser reviews
    • 743Critic reviews
    • 59Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Top rated movie #67
    • Won 2 Oscars
      • 118 wins & 239 nominations total

    Videos42

    Theatrical Trailer
    Trailer 2:25
    Theatrical Trailer
    Official Teaser Trailer
    Trailer 2:25
    Official Teaser Trailer
    Joker
    Trailer 2:24
    Joker
    Joker
    Trailer 2:31
    Joker
    Is 'The Batman' Logo a Deadly Reminder?
    Clip 3:36
    Is 'The Batman' Logo a Deadly Reminder?
    Zazie Beetz Shares How 'Joker' Encouraged Her to 'Take Up More Space'
    Clip 0:59
    Zazie Beetz Shares How 'Joker' Encouraged Her to 'Take Up More Space'
    What BAFTA, SAG, & DGA Wins Predict for the 2020 Oscars
    Clip 4:30
    What BAFTA, SAG, & DGA Wins Predict for the 2020 Oscars
    Oscars 2020 Snubs, Surprises, & Historic Firsts
    Clip 4:15
    Oscars 2020 Snubs, Surprises, & Historic Firsts
    Golden Globes 2020 Get Real, Misty-Eyed, & Political
    Clip 3:52
    Golden Globes 2020 Get Real, Misty-Eyed, & Political
    Top Stars & Breakouts of 2019
    Clip 4:56
    Top Stars & Breakouts of 2019
    Is the DCEU's Future Rated R?
    Clip 4:02
    Is the DCEU's Future Rated R?
    The Biggest Supervillain Movies and Who's Coming Next
    Clip 3:37
    The Biggest Supervillain Movies and Who's Coming Next

    Photos577

    Zazie Beetz in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix and Frances Conroy in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Robert De Niro in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)

    Top cast

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    Joaquin Phoenix
    Joaquin Phoenix
    • Arthur Fleckas Arthur Fleck
    Robert De Niro
    Robert De Niro
    • Murray Franklinas Murray Franklin
    Zazie Beetz
    Zazie Beetz
    • Sophie Dumondas Sophie Dumond
    Frances Conroy
    Frances Conroy
    • Penny Fleckas Penny Fleck
    Brett Cullen
    Brett Cullen
    • Thomas Wayneas Thomas Wayne
    Shea Whigham
    Shea Whigham
    • Detective Burkeas Detective Burke
    Bill Camp
    Bill Camp
    • Detective Garrityas Detective Garrity
    Glenn Fleshler
    Glenn Fleshler
    • Randallas Randall
    Leigh Gill
    Leigh Gill
    • Garyas Gary
    Josh Pais
    Josh Pais
    • Hoyt Vaughnas Hoyt Vaughn
    Rocco Luna
    • GiGi Dumondas GiGi Dumond
    Marc Maron
    Marc Maron
    • Gene Uflandas Gene Ufland
    Sondra James
    Sondra James
    • Dr. Sallyas Dr. Sally
    Murphy Guyer
    Murphy Guyer
    • Barry O'Donnellas Barry O'Donnell
    Douglas Hodge
    Douglas Hodge
    • Alfred Pennyworthas Alfred Pennyworth
    Dante Pereira-Olson
    Dante Pereira-Olson
    • Bruce Wayneas Bruce Wayne
    Carrie Louise Putrello
    Carrie Louise Putrello
    • Martha Wayneas Martha Wayne
    Sharon Washington
    Sharon Washington
    • Social Workeras Social Worker
    • Director
      • Todd Phillips
    • Writers
      • Todd Phillips
      • Scott Silver
      • Bob Kane(based on characters created by)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

    Which Real-Life Comedian Inspired 'Joker'?

    Which Real-Life Comedian Inspired 'Joker'?

    Which comedian inspired the Joker's line, "Well, no one's laughing now"? Discover five fun facts about Joker in our Pop Trivia.
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    Storyline

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    Arthur Fleck works as a clown and is an aspiring stand-up comic. He has mental health issues, part of which involves uncontrollable laughter. Times are tough and, due to his issues and occupation, Arthur has an even worse time than most. Over time these issues bear down on him, shaping his actions, making him ultimately take on the persona he is more known as...Joker. —grantss
    mental illnesslaughingevil clownstand up comediannihilism513 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Put on a happy face.
    • Genres
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Thriller
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for strong bloody violence, disturbing behavior, language and brief sexual images
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Joaquin Phoenix called perfecting the Joker's laugh the toughest part of playing the character.
    • Goofs
      In one of the scenes, Joker is running in his big clown shoes and a second later he's running in his black street shoes.
    • Quotes

      Arthur Fleck: [written in notebook] The worst part of having a mental illness is people expect you to behave as if you don't.

    • Crazy credits
      The Warner Brothers logo is the Warner Communications logo used in the 1970s and early 1980s, in fitting with this film's 1981 setting.
    • Connections
      Featured in That Star Wars Girl: Joker Trailer Reaction and Breakdown (2019)
    • Soundtracks
      Temptation Rag
      Written by Henry Lodge
      Performed by Claude Bolling
      Courtesy of Decca Records France
      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

    User reviews11K

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Not a spoon feeding of CGI fueled faux drama.
    The movie affects you in a way that makes it physically painful to experience, but in a good way.
    helpful•1K
    528
    • brianmlucas
    • Oct 5, 2019

    FAQ90

    • What did David Fincher think of the film?
    • Is this an origin story for the Heath Ledger Joker or is this the same Joker from the comics?
    • Did Joaquin Phoenix really go mad, losing 52 lbs. (24 kg) of weight?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • October 4, 2019 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official Instagram
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Guasón
    • Filming locations
      • 1150 Anderson Ave, The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • Warner Bros.
      • Village Roadshow Pictures
      • Village Roadshow Pictures
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $55,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $335,451,311
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $96,202,337
      • Oct 6, 2019
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,074,419,384
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 2h 2min
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • SDDS
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Datasat
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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