Los Angeles, December 11, 2024: Joker: Folie à Deux has underperformed at the box office, grossing only around $204 million globally, far less than the $1 billion earned by the first Joker film in 2019. Despite the return of Joaquin Phoenix and the addition of Lady Gaga, the sequel’s performance highlights the challenges it faced, including audience expectations and evolving trends in superhero films.
The film’s decision to incorporate musical elements deviated from the original’s dark, grounded tone, which divided audiences. Critics have given Joker 2 a poor 32% approval rating, and the film’s struggles are attributed to the long gap between releases and shifting audience preferences. This has made Joker: Folie à Deux one of the year’s biggest disappointments.
Despite a significant production budget, the film failed to regain the cultural impact of its predecessor. As its box office numbers continue to fall short, it highlights how audience expectations, critical reception, and creative choices can dramatically influence a film’s success.
