Here are all nine appearances from the Clown Prince of Crime at the movies.
Batmansinfamous villain, theJoker, up until this point, has appeared in nine different films.
This includes the likes of Mr.
While he was a key villain in the film, he actually first debuted inAdam WestsBatmantelevision series.
There, he was one of the baddies with the most appearances, tying only with The Penguin.
This version of the Joker wasnt nearly as destructive or demented as those that would follow decades later.
In fact, many of his antics didnt amount to anything more than goofy amusement.
Nicholsons villain starts the movie off as Jack Napier, a simple mob enforcer.
The chemicals, and questionable plastic surgery, would go on to create Jacks new Joker persona.
By the end of the movie, Joker is defeated by Batman and dies after falling from a helicopter.
For many, his performance transcended the genre, creating one of the best villains there ever was.
He also aimed to prove that everyone can be corrupted.
Sadly, Ledger passed away due to an accidental overdose before the movie was released.
If that never happened, the character was likely to have made an appearance in the following sequel.
Ironically, he was also given very little time in the spotlight.
By the time the final movie had been released, a majority of Letos original sceneshad been mostly removed.
Like Jack Nicholsons Joker, Letos clown was a crime boss as well.
This story also takes place long before theres ever a Batman protecting Gotham City.
He also has a unique laughing disorder that causes him to manically giggle at inappropriate times.
The movie mainly focuses on Harley Quinn following her offscreen breakup with Mr. J. Jared Leto, however, did not properly return to film new scenes.
This big tease will likely forever go unresolved, on top of being the last appearance of Letos Joker.
This iteration sawBarry Keoghantake the reins.
While his time was brief (amounting to two scenes), he nevertheless made an impact on audiences.
Its likely that fanswill see more of Keoghans gnarly smilein bothThe Batman Part IIandother future Reevesverse projects.
To make matters even more interesting?
The upcoming movie willeven be part musical.
When many fans think of the Joker, this is usually who they hear.
Perhaps in a decade, audiences will think of someone completely different behind the white makeup.
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