It’s been a light year for comic book films and DC only has one film coming out in 2024. However, that just so happens to be the sequel to Warner Brothers’ last $1 billion comic book film,Joker.Joker: Folie à Deuxisset to cause chaos in Arkham this October. Now, ahead ofJoaquin Phoenix’s return as The Clown Prince of Crime,Jokeris getting a new exclusive 4K steelbook fromZavvi.
The Collector’s Edition 4K/Blu-ray combo packfeatures new artwork of Phoenix all done up in his Joker make-upagainst a yellow background. Asecond image of Arthur Fleck walking up the film’s iconic steps defeated also takes shape in Joker’s suit. The style has the design of graffiti wall art with a watercolor edge, which would fit right at home in the streets of 1980s Gotham. While it will have the same special features as theinitial normal 4K and Blu-ray release, this release comes with a smile-worth of extra physical goodies. Thisincludes a rigid slipcase featuring the same art as the steelbook, a poster, three art cards, and a Laughter Condition Card. The latter of which is what Arthur carries around in the film because of his medical condition that causes him to laugh uncontrollably at inappropriate times.
What’s ‘Joker’ About?
Based on theBatman villainof the same name,Jokeris the most realistic take on the DC comic world put on film to date. This Joker, who’s civilian name is Arthur Fleck, lives in a gritty 1980s Gotham that belongs more at home in aMartin Scorsesefilm rather than on the colorful comic book page. Like some of the comics,Arthur is a failed comedian who has to work as a clown just to keep up with rent and the medical care of his aging mother. Gotham’s economy is on the verge of collapse and the gap between the rich Thomas Waynes of the world and Arthur is getting larger by the hour. That pressure cooker set to the backdrop of Arthur’s mental health battle creates a villain origin story like no other. All it takes isone bad day.
However, Arthur’s journey to his Joker moniker is a series of unfortunate events that makes you question reality withTodd Phillips’ sharp direction enough to make the strongest person snap. At the end of the film, Arthur was sentenced to Arkham State Hospital after his string of murders caused anarchy on the streets.Folie à Deuxpicks up after those events, with Arthur meeting this universe’s version ofHarley Quinnin prison. Harley, this time around, is played byLady Gagaand the film has been described as ajukebox musical.
Joker: Folie à Deuxis dancing into theaters on July 23, 2025. That’s exactly five years after the original film’s release. This newJoker4K steelbook will be released just before that on September 23rd. you may pre-order it now onZavvi’s websitefor $51.99 USD.
Joker: Folie a Deux
Joker: Folie à Deux explores Arthur Fleck’s ongoing struggle with his dual identity as he unexpectedly discovers love and unleashes his hidden musical talent. Set against a backdrop of societal unrest, Arthur’s journey intertwines personal transformation with chaotic encounters, leading to profound shifts in his life and the world around him.
