Over the course of the year, numerous rumors have emerged about the future of Barry Keoghan’s Joker following his appearance in The Batman

In the shadow of Arkham, a new Joker has emerged. Barry Keoghan, known for his enigmatic presence in The Batmanseems not to have finished his psychotic game on the streets of Gotham. After a brief but significant appearance, this Nameless Prisoner, who many sensed would be the new face of terror, began to weave his web of chaos.

A new series before the big showdown

Since its debutKeoghan embodied a version of the Joker which differs from its predecessors in grotesque nuances. A dark exchange with the Riddler (Paul Dano) was just the beginning. A deleted clip, revealed by Matt Reeves, hinted at further plans for this villain, although Reeves himself suggested not to take it as confirmation of future clashes with the Dark Knight (Robert Pattinson).

However, the voices gain strength. According to the Marvelvision podcast, Keoghan will not only return Batman Part III as the main villain, but is also in talks to star his series on HBO Maxwhich would serve as a prelude to the outcome of Reeves’ trilogy.

Small and large projects on the big screen

Jeff Sneiderknown for his leaks in the world of cinema, points out that there are big plans for this Joker. Comparing the possibilities, mention a series in the style of the one made The Penguinwhich seems increasingly feasible.

While, Batman Part II prepares in silence. In a recent interview with SFX Magazine, Reeves shared details of the script, promising to delve into an even deeper corruption plot that will surprise even Bruce Wayne. Speculation about which villains to face includes The Court of Owls, although Reeves has ruled out more fantastical characters such as Gentleman Ghost, trying to maintain a tone that, while bordering on the fantastical, remains rooted in a realistic setting.

The battle continues

“The important thing for me was to find a way to take these pop icons, these mythical characters that everyone knows, and translate them so that Gotham felt like a place in our world,” Reeves explained. That doesn’t mean we won’t see beloved characters; in fact, he seems willing to explore how to adapt figures that border on the fantastical.

Co-writer Mattson Tomlin also confirmed that production on the sequel will begin in 2025. “We are preparing and I can say that the expectations could not be higher” he told ScreenRant. “Working with Matt [Reeves] It’s like not working with anyone else.”

Therefore, Keoghan’s future as the Joker is full of potential, both on the big screen and on our home screens. The promise of a series of his own and a triumphant return Batman Part III They prepare us for a journey full of mystery, corruption and, of course, chaos. Gotham may never be prepared for what this Joker has planned, and neither will we the viewers.

Will this be the definitive version of the Joker?

Barry Keoghan isn’t the first actor to bring the Joker, but his performance seems to be marked by a particular intensity that distinguishes his performance from previous ones.. Over the years, we have seen several famous actors such as Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, and Joaquin Phoenix, each of whom brought their own interpretation to the character. Keoghan brings a youthful freshness and haunting tonethat might uniquely resonate with today’s audiences.

Comparing your version to past ones doesn’t just highlight them the diversity of the character but also the evolution of Gotham itself, which each director and actor has reinterpreted. The wait to see how this Joker will develop in his series and in Batman Part III he is tall. Warner Bros. and Matt Reeves appear to be weaving a narrative that will not only expand the Batman mythologybut it will also explore depths and nuances of the Joker that haven’t previously been explored on screen.