Joker Spin-Off Series in Development for HBO

Rumors are circulating about a new Joker TV series in development by Matt Reeves, which would feature Barry Keoghan reprising his role as the Joker from The Batman. This series is expected to bridge the narrative between The Batman Part II and Part III, similar to the structure of the successful The Penguin series. Reeves has expressed his desire to expand the Batman universe with various character-focused stories and has hinted at the complexity of Gotham’s criminal underworld, which could be better explored in television format. While details remain sparse, reports suggest that Keoghan's Joker will appear briefly in The Batman Part II, setting the stage for the spin-off. The success of The Penguin has prompted Warner Bros. to reconsider previously canceled spin-offs within the Batman franchise. Reeves' ambition aims to create a crime epic saga that delves into the dysfunction of Gotham City.