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Joker Sequel Flops, Earning Only $206 Million

1/17/2025

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"Joker: Folie à Deux" struggled at the box office, raking in just $206 million, a stark contrast to its hefty production budget. While critics were kinder than they were to "Catwoman," the film only captured 20% of its predecessor's earnings. This disappointing performance underscores the hurdles confronting DC's cinematic future.

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"Joker: Folie à Deux" struggled at the box office, raking in just $206 million, a stark contrast to its hefty production budget. While critics were kinder than they were to "Catwoman," the film only captured 20% of its predecessor's earnings. This disappointing performance underscores the hurdles confronting DC's cinematic future.