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    Joker

    • 20192019
    • M/14M/14
    • 2h 2min
    IMDb RATING
    8.4/10
    1M
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    72
    21
    • Cast & crew
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    Joaquin Phoenix in Joker (2019)
    An exploration of Arthur Fleck, a man disregarded by society.
    Trailer2:25
    42 Videos
    99+ Photos
    CrimeDramaThriller

    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:... Read all
    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.
    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.
    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.
    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.

    • 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
    • 10.9KUser reviews
    • 737Critic reviews
    • 59Metascore
  • See production, box office & company info
  • Top rated movie #65
    • Won 2 Oscars
      • 118 wins & 235 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

    Photos430

    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 Fleck
    Robert De Niro
    Robert De Niro
    • Murray Franklin
    Zazie Beetz
    Zazie Beetz
    • Sophie Dumond
    Frances Conroy
    Frances Conroy
    • Penny Fleck
    Brett Cullen
    Brett Cullen
    • Thomas Wayne
    Shea Whigham
    Shea Whigham
    • Detective Burke
    Bill Camp
    Bill Camp
    • Detective Garrity
    Glenn Fleshler
    Glenn Fleshler
    • Randall
    Leigh Gill
    Leigh Gill
    • Gary
    Josh Pais
    Josh Pais
    • Hoyt Vaughn
    Rocco Luna
    • GiGi Dumond
    Marc Maron
    Marc Maron
    • Gene Ufland
    Sondra James
    Sondra James
    • Dr. Sally
    Murphy Guyer
    Murphy Guyer
    • Barry O'Donnell
    Douglas Hodge
    Douglas Hodge
    • Alfred Pennyworth
    Dante Pereira-Olson
    Dante Pereira-Olson
    • Bruce Wayne
    Carrie Louise Putrello
    Carrie Louise Putrello
    • Martha Wayne
    Sharon Washington
    Sharon Washington
    • Social Worker
    • Director
      • Todd Phillips
    • Writers
      • Todd Phillips
      • Scott Silver
      • Bob Kane(based on characters created by)
    • All cast & crew
    See production, box office, & company info

    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 illnessevil clownlaughingnihilismstand up comedian512 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Put on a happy face.
    • Genres
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Thriller
    • Certificate
      • M/14
    • 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 reviews10.9K

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    Only certain people can relate
    This is a movie that only those who have felt alone and isolated can truly relate to it. You understand the motive and you feel sorry for the character. A lot of people will see this movie and think that it encourages violence. But truly, this movie should encourage each and every one of us to become a better person, treat everyone with respect and make each other feel like they belong in this world, instead of making them feel isolated.
    helpful•3.5K
    954
    • lesterarnoldpinto
    • Oct 7, 2019

    FAQ87

    • 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 3, 2019 (Portugal)
    • 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
      • $1,074,354,306
    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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