Is there a Joker 2 post-credits scene?

Joker: Folie À Deux has hit theaters, bringing a musical psychological thriller to audiences. This sequel to the 2019 film features Lady Gaga sharing the screen with Joaquin Phoenix.

The initial Joker movie delved into the backstory of the legendary Batman antagonist. In Joker: Folie À Deux, we find Phoenix’s character, Arthur Fleck (the Joker), encountering his romantic partner, Harleen 'Lee' Quinzel (Harley Quinn). The two develop a connection while Fleck is locked up in Arkham State Hospital, where he is waiting for his trial related to the offenses he committed in the first film.

Joker: Folie à Deux takes viewers on a turbulent yet fascinating exploration of its characters' psyches. It captures the same somber atmosphere as the original film, but introduces an intriguing and slightly disquieting sense of hope through the budding love story at its core.

Honestly, we wished the movie wouldn’t wrap up, and it made us curious about the possibility of a post-credits scene for Joker 2.

In a recent discussion, Lady Gaga shared that the film Joker: Folie À Deux encourages viewers to confront the various personas we all adopt. It explores themes of danger versus safety and highlights the complexities of love—whether it’s all-encompassing or focused on specific aspects of a person. She poses questions about the depth of their affection for one another: Is her love complete, or does she only cherish certain parts of him? Similarly, does he truly appreciate all of her? It raises doubts about their ability to truly understand one another amidst the chaos around them. Clearly, identity plays a significant role in this narrative.

The film is intricate, and even before it hit theaters, its classification as a musical split opinions among viewers. Director Todd Phillips described it as a movie in which music plays a crucial role, rather than a traditional musical. He emphasized that the characters truly "come alive in those moments through music."

If you’re here reading this, it’s likely that you’ve already watched the movie and formed your own opinion about it.

If you're considering hanging around in the theater for a possible post-credits scene in Joker 2, here's what you should know about it, along with the possibility of a third Joker movie.

Does Joker 2 Have A Post-Credits Scene?

Usually, a scene after the credits helps wrap up any unresolved parts of the movie, reminds viewers of a humorous moment, or hints at a possible sequel.

While post-credits scenes have become a standard element in Marvel and Disney movies, the tone of Joker is distinctly darker and more intense compared to those franchises. Because of this, the idea of a post-credits scene for Joker 2 seems rather unconventional, especially since the original movie didn’t include one.

There isn't an official post-credits scene in Joker: Folie À Deux that you need to wait for after the movie ends. However, since this sequel is 15 minutes longer than the original Joker, we think that extra runtime acts like a substitute for a post-credits scene, especially with the way the film wraps up.

Joker: Folie À Deux has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes, compared to the original Joker, which was just a bit over two hours long.

Is A Joker 3 Movie Happening?

Warning: Spoilers for Joker 2 are coming up! Proceed with caution!

In the concluding moments of Joker: Folie À Deux, we witness Arthur Fleck moving away from his Joker persona. As a result, he also loses significant backing, including that of Harley Quinn.

After being apprehended and brought back to Arkham, Arthur is scheduled to meet a visitor. However, a fellow inmate interrupts him to share a joke. In that instant, the inmate unexpectedly stabs Arthur, feeling let down by his choice to abandon his identity as the Joker.

Importantly, we witness the prisoner etching a grin onto his own face, suggesting that the essence of the Joker continues to exist. With this ending in mind, it's difficult to envision what a possible Joker 3 could be like.

In a recent conversation with Variety, director Todd Phillips shared, “It was enjoyable to explore this universe for two films, but I believe we’ve conveyed what we intended to express in this setting.”

Hmm, it doesn't sound very encouraging that a sequel is on the way.

While Phoenix's character reaches a pretty definitive ending, it leaves us curious about the possibility of a Harley Quinn spinoff or perhaps even a sequel featuring a new Joker alongside a different villain, keeping the legacy of the Joker alive.

In the end, everything hinges on how well Joker: Folie À Deux performs, so stay tuned for updates!