Joker: Folie à Deux Faces Disappointing Box Office Debut

The sequel struggles with negative reviews and a lower-than-expected opening weekend, marking a stark contrast to its predecessor's success.

Joker: Folie à Deux, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, is projected to earn $47 million in its opening weekend, significantly less than the original Joker's $96.2 million debut.
The film has received a D CinemaScore from audiences, making it the first comic book movie to earn such a low grade, with critics and audiences expressing dissatisfaction.
Despite its high production budget of approximately $200 million, the film's mixed reviews and unconventional musical elements have not resonated with audiences.
Director Todd Phillips has indicated that this film is intended as a conclusion to the Joker narrative he and Phoenix have explored, with no plans for a third installment.
Internationally, the film is expected to perform better, with projections of an $80 million to $85 million debut in foreign markets, excluding Japan and China.