Joker: Folie à Deux Max Streaming Release Date Revealed

Get ready to step back into the chaotic mind of Arthur Fleck, as Joker: Folie à Deux hits Max on Friday, December 13th. The sequel to the Oscar-winning Joker brings back director Todd Phillips and Joaquin Phoenix, with Lady Gaga stepping into the spotlight as Harley Quinn. However, while the anticipation for the film was sky-high, the sequel didn’t dominate the box office as its predecessor did, leaving some fans to wait for its streaming debut.

Max confirmed the film’s arrival on their platform and its HBO linear premiere on Saturday, December 14th, at 8 p.m. ET. Following the tradition of Warner Bros. Pictures’ post-theatrical releases, Joker 2 lands on streaming after making waves—or ripples—in theaters, crossing $200 million globally by the time of its digital release in October.

The sequel dives deeper into Arthur Fleck’s fractured psyche, with Phoenix reprising his role as the troubled Joker and Gaga debuting as Harley Quinn in a story that combines romance, identity, and music. With a star-studded cast including Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, and Zazie Beetz, Joker: Folie à Deux aims to explore new layers of chaos and love within the walls of Arkham Asylum.

Despite its stellar cast, not everyone was sold on the film. Comedian and actor Tim Dillon, who played an Arkham Asylum guard, didn’t hold back during a recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Podcast. He described the movie as “the worst film that has ever been made,” criticizing its lack of plot and over-the-top musical elements. “It has no plot… It’s not even hate-watchable,” Dillon said, recalling confusion among the cast and crew on set.

While the reviews might be polarizing, Joker: Folie à Deux is sure to spark conversations as it lands on Max. Whether you’re tuning in for the drama, the music, or the performances, the sequel’s arrival on streaming gives fans a chance to judge for themselves.

Will Joker: Folie à Deux live up to the legacy of its predecessor, or is it truly as divisive as critics claim? What are your thoughts on Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix teaming up? Share your views in the comments below!