We can exclusively reveal that Joker: Folie à Deux will be released 4 days early in IMAX theatres domestically before its theatrical release on October 4th.
In 2019 Joker was the first R-rated film to gross $1 billion at the global box office and earned 11 Academy nominations including a Best Actor Oscar for Joaquin Phoenix. Both a commercial and critical hit, it’s no surprise that a sequel would eventually be in development.
Joker: Folie à Deux adds Lady Gaga to the cast as Harley Quinn — Joker’s love interest from the comics. The film’s subtitle alludes to the relationship between Joker and Harley as “folie à deux” translates to “madness for two”.
The film’s official synopsis reads:
Joker: Folie à Deux finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that’s always been inside him.
When Will ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Release In IMAX?
We can exclusively report that Todd Phillip’s Joker: Folie à Deux will debut domestically in IMAX theatres four days earlier than the film’s initial wide-release, moving the films technical release date to September 30. This comes after the premiere of the film at the Venice Film Festival which will be on the 4th of September.
We can also report that the film will feature 54 minutes of IMAX Expanded Aspect Ratio. Additionally, the film will also be released in 15/70mm film format in eleven locations worldwide with up to 1:43:1 aspect ratio.
Joker: Folie à Deux stars Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck, Lady Gaga as Lee Quinzel, Brendon Gleeson, Catherine Keener, and Zazie Beetz. The movie is directed by Todd Phillips (The Hangover) and will be released in IMAX theatres on September 30, 2024, with the film going wide on October 4th, 2024.
