Tim Dillon Joker 2: Actor and comedian Tim Dillon, who plays a small role as a security guard in Joker: Folie à Deux, didn’t hold back when sharing his thoughts about the highly anticipated Todd Phillips sequel. During an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience, Dillon described the film as “the worst film ever made,” expressing disappointment in the plot and musical elements.
Dillon Slams the Sequel
“The first Joker stirred so much debate about incels, male rage, and nihilism,” Dillon explained. “So I think they tried to go in the complete opposite direction, and now it’s just absurd. Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga are literally tap-dancing. It’s insane.” Dillon claimed the film lacked a coherent plot, recalling how he and fellow cast members often discussed its potential failure while filming. “We’d hear some of the scenes and ask, ‘What the heck is this? This is going to bomb.’”
Box Office and Critical Reception
The musical-infused sequel has struggled commercially and critically. Joker: Folie à Deux earned just $58 million domestically in its opening weeks and dropped a staggering 81% in its second weekend, totaling $204 million worldwide. Despite a massive budget, the movie failed to capture the magic of its predecessor, which grossed over $1 billion in 2019.
Mixed Reviews: Tarantino Defends the Film
Though it received a dismal 32% on Rotten Tomatoes and a D CinemaScore, not all reactions were negative. Filmmaker Quentin Tarantino praised Joker: Folie à Deux during an appearance on The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast. “I thought it was a chaotic mess, but I liked it,” Tarantino said, adding that he enjoyed the musical numbers and found the film surprisingly engaging.
What Lies Ahead?
As Joker: Folie à Deux continues to draw mixed reactions, the debate over its artistic risks and narrative choices remains heated. Whether the movie will gain a cult following or be remembered as a flop, one thing is certain: it has left audiences divided.
