Brendan Gleeson from “Harry Potter” joins Joaquin Phoenix in “Joker 2”

After confirming that Lady Gaga would star opposite Joaquin Phoenix in the second part of Todd Phillips’ acclaimed “Joker”, DC Comics began the first stages of pre-production, before recording began in December. And now they have welcomed “Harry Potter” actor Brendan Gleeson.

According to a report by Deadline, Brendan Gleeson, famous for giving birth to Evil Eye ‘Harry Potter’, joined the second part of’ Joker ‘. The Irish actor participated in adaptations of JK Rowling’s novels, such as “The Goblet of Fire”, “The Order of the Phoenix” and “The Deathly Hallows: Part 1”.

So far, no details have been given on which character he will play. Brendan Gleeson in ‘Joker 2’, although some have ventured to say it could be Commissioner Gordon. Although it’s all speculation, and perhaps more about his character will be revealed as the start of the recordings approaches.

In addition to “Harry Potter”, Brendan Gleeson has also starred in other famous films such as “The Ballad of Buster Scruggs” by the Coen brothers for Netflix, “Paddington 2”, “Edge of Tomorrow” with Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt, o ‘Troy ‘, with Brad Pitt.

All the details on “Joker 2” with Joaquin Phoenix

It `s important to note that ‘Joker 2’ bears the title of ‘Folie for two’, which translates as ‘madness of two’, which refers to the character of Harley Quinn, who will be played by Lady Gaga. Also, unlike the first part, it is said that it will be a musical film, but in the style of ‘A Star is Born’, in which the singer also participated.

Much of the plot of “Joker 2” will take place in Arkham Asylum, a place famous in the comics for sheltering all of Gotham City’s villains, and which could also be seen in the first part, although the name has been changed to Arkham State Hospital. . And where the two protagonists will meet for the first time.

For the uninitiated, Harley Quinn was a doctor named Harleen Quinzel, who, having the Joker as a patient, manipulates her and transforms her into the ruthless killer. The film with Joaquin Phoenix has an expected release date of October 4, 2024.