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Expert chemist. Uses weaponized props and toxins. The Joker is a supervillain who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics. He was created by Bill Finger, Bob Kane, and Jerry Robinson, and first appeared in the debut issue of the comic book Batman on April 25, 1940.
The Joker’s cryptic personality stems from his various origin myths, which each add layers to his complex persona. While many characters have well-documented origins, the Joker’s is purposefully ambiguous, adding to his unpredictability and chaos.
Oct 30, 2023 · The Joker is a long-running Batman villain and one of Gotham’s most infamous criminals, named for his clown-like appearance and maniacal, over-the-top ways. The Joker first appeared in the debut issue of the Batman comic in April 1940.
Oct 13, 2024 · The Joker, comic-book villain created for DC Comics in 1940 by writer Bill Finger and illustrator Bob Kane; their collaborator Jerry Robinson also claimed credit for the character’s inspiration. The Joker is noted for his clownlike appearance and sick humor and is the archnemesis of Batman.
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- The Joker was created in 1940 by illustrator Bob Kane and writer Bill Finger. Their collaborator Jerry Robinson also claimed credit for the charact...
- The Joker has appeared in many media incarnations of Batman. Notable actors who portrayed him are Cesar Romero in the 1960s television series, Jack...
- The Joker is the archnemesis of DC Comics’ superhero Batman. Some stories have explored the Joker's relationship with Batman, suggesting that the t...
Aug 24, 2016 · Let's look at why the Joker in The Dark Knight, even with Heath Ledger's acting aside, was such a phenomenally written character. It has to do with the basics of storytelling, as...
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We'll analyze different interpretations of the character, from Heath Ledger's chaotic mastermind to Joaquin Phoenix's broken soul, examining themes of delusion, social isolation, and the infectious nature of madness.
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The Joker is a supervillain and the archenemy of Batman. First introduced in Batman #1 (Spring 1940), he was originally a criminal mastermind with a devious sense of humor.
