Lady Gaga, co-star of the highly-anticipated sequel Joker: Folie à Deux, promises a fresh and personalized portrayal of the iconic character Harley Quinn.
“I’m infusing my own essence into Harley, creating a rendition that resonates with this particular narrative and its characters,” Gaga expressed in an interview with Access Hollywood while discussing the Gaga Chomatica Ball movie. “I’m embarking on something I’ve never tackled in film, and it’s bound to be exciting and absolutely new.”
Following Margot Robbie’s portrayal of Dr. Harleen Quinzel, aka Harley Quinn, in the DCEU films Suicide Squad (2016), Birds of Prey (2020), and The Suicide Squad (2021), Lady Gaga’s interpretation will be the latest cinematic version. Robbie has praised Gaga’s upcoming performance at the 2024 Golden Globes, despite her own future with the character being undetermined in the new DCU led by James Gunn.
“She’ll be outstanding! She’s the perfect fit for the role,” Robbie proclaimed. “I’ve yet to converse with her about it, and partly, I prefer to be taken aback as an audience member when I watch the film.”
Exploring Joker: Folie à Deux
Under the direction of Todd Phillips, Joker: Folie à Deux serves as a follow-up to the 2019’s box office hit Joker, which starred Joaquin Phoenix in an Academy Award-winning performance. Although specific storyline elements are being kept secret, audiences can expect the film to pick up with Arthur Fleck (Phoenix), now a prisoner at Arkham Asylum, who will interact with his new love interest and psychiatrist Harley Quinn (Gaga). Phillips was moved to offer Gaga the role after being impressed by her acting in A Star is Born.
Phillips shared his enthusiasm for her involvement: “Gaga is simply enchanting. Our first collaboration was on A Star Is Born, where I served as a producer… That was my introduction to her and her incredible talent. As my co-writer Scott [Silver] and I were developing the script, we kept envisioning her in the role.”
The release date for Joker: Folie á Deux is set for October 4th.
FAQs About ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ and Lady Gaga’s Role
- Who is Lady Gaga playing in Joker: Folie à Deux?
Lady Gaga will be portraying Harley Quinn, the psychiatrist turned companion and sidekick to Arthur Fleck, also known as the Joker.
- Has Lady Gaga played a similar role before?
No, according to Lady Gaga, her role in Joker: Folie à Deux will be unlike anything she’s done previously in her film career.
- When is Joker: Folie à Deux scheduled to be released?
The film is slated to premiere on October 4th.
- Did Lady Gaga and Margot Robbie discuss the role of Harley Quinn?
No, Margot Robbie and Lady Gaga have not spoken about the role, with Robbie expressing she wants to be surprised by Gaga’s performance.
- What genre is Joker: Folie à Deux expected to be?
While it builds on the foundation of the first Joker film, Joker: Folie à Deux has been described as taking the form of a jukebox musical.