Bill Skarsgård Expresses Interest in Playing Joker in DC Universe

The Nosferatu star revealed his enthusiasm for portraying the iconic Batman villain, fueling speculation about his potential role in James Gunn's DCU.

• Bill Skarsgård, known for his dark and unsettling roles, shared on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that he believes he could deliver a 'really cool' take on the Joker.
• Skarsgård cited Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker as a major inspiration during his early acting career, describing it as a transformative performance.
• Fans have expressed mixed reactions online, with some advocating for Skarsgård to bring his unique style to the character and others suggesting DC focus on new villains.
• James Gunn, now overseeing the DC Universe, has not confirmed any casting decisions regarding the Joker's role in upcoming projects.
• Skarsgård's recent success as Count Orlok in Nosferatu has further solidified his reputation for playing complex and eerie characters, adding intrigue to the possibility of him joining the DCU.

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