Joker Folie a Deux breaks an unwanted record during its disappointing opening weekend
Oct. 7, 2024Things are not looking up for the Joker sequel
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Joker Folie a Deuxhas added to its already rather disappointing opening as it has broken yet another record of lows, this time relating to its Cinema Score.
The movie has also fallen behind Madame Web andMorbius, often regarded as some of the worst superhero flicks released in past years, which both have C+ Cinema Scores. Worse yet, Joker Folie a Deux currently has a far lower audience score onRotten Tomatoesthan the two, with 37%. WhereasMadame Webcurrently sits at57%and Morbius at71%. However, it is important to note that Joker 2 has a higher critics score than both of theSonyMarvel movies mentioned.
This only adds to the movie’s bleak opening weekend as it is estimated the new DC flick racked up $40 million on its domestic opening in the US, and $121 million in total worldwide, compared to its budget of $200 million. It’s clear to see that this is a serious drop from the first Joker movie which opened at $96 million domestically with a $55 million budget.Jokerwas a raging success which reached over $1 billion during its full theatrical stint spanning over 65 weeks, according toBoxOfficeMojo.
The reviews are not much better either. In our own two-starJoker Folie a Deux review, we describe the sequel as an “art courtroom movie, part behind-bars romance, Folie à Deux is an unconventional musical sequel that fails to hit the high notes.”
But there are some fans, asfirst reactionsto the movie saw Joker 2 being called “a bold, daring and mesmerizing masterpiece.” Plus, our own writer celebrated Lady Gaga’s bold performance in anopinion piece calling for the star to have more spotlight roles.
Joker Folie a Deux is out in theaters now. For more on the movie, check out our pieces on theJoker 2 ending explained, theJoker 2 post-credits scene, and whether or not there will be aJoker 3.
Sign up for the Total Film Newsletter
Bringing all the latest movie news, features, and reviews to your inbox
James Gunn clarifies that Superman is having “no reshoots”: “Just a handful of individual shots to enhance the film”
A more detailed look at the Superman logo has been revealed – and it’s bringing back memories for DC fans
As if The Outlast Trials couldn’t get any more deranged, the horror co-op game’s big new update adds more tooth guns and lady who lives in the walls
