Joker Sequel Criticized as Box Office Disappointment

Comedian Tim Dillon, who had a minor role in 'Joker: Folie à Deux,' criticized the film on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast, calling it 'the worst film ever made' and blaming its failure on a lack of plot and absurd elements. The sequel, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, was a commercial disappointment, grossing $204.7 million worldwide, compared to its predecessor's $1 billion. It received a D CinemaScore, the lowest ever for a comic book movie, and holds a 32% freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav acknowledged the film's underperformance and emphasized the need for more consistency in studio releases. Despite negative reviews, some fans defended the film's artistic direction.