Who else could play The Joker in Batman movies?

[tron3]

I will not see the movie until this weekend. I have no idea what happens to the Joker. Don't tell me anything.

Sure Jack Nicholson played a great Joker. But he also played him a little fruity in keeping some loose ties to the kid-friendly concepts of Batman cartoons. I doubt he would even want to reprise the role. Further more, I doubt the fans want him back!

In just seeing the clips it is obvious Heath Ledger has made cinimatic history. I doubt anyone could fill his shoes. So why bother? To give us something to talk about.

Some Nominations:

* William Dafoe (Made a great Green Goblin, and has the face for a great Joker in my opinion.)

* William H. Macy. I also think he as the face for it. Dunno about acting skills.

* John Travolta. Has the face. Great acting ability, even though not all his films are great.

* Tom Hanks. 'Nuff said. "Wilson! The Bat is back!"

* Unknown. You know what sometimes makes great movies more believable? The fact that "unknowns" play the part.

Suggestions? Rants? Please, no inbred fighting.

Do the fans even WANT to fill Heath Ledger's big floppy Joker shoes?

[cartman781]

William H. Macy is one of the best actors around, I just don't see him as the Joker. He usually plays much more serious roles. But then again, before seeing The Dark Knight I couldn't see Heath Ledger as the Joker and we all know how that turned out

[Batman00]

Originally Posted by cartman781

William H. Macy is one of the best actors around, I just don't see him as the Joker. He usually plays much more serious roles. But then again, before seeing The Dark Knight I couldn't see Heath Ledger as the Joker and we all know how that turned out

All those actors you said were too old to play Joker, Ledger's replacement will be around the same age because it would be weird if they have someone who is 28 and then cast someone who is 50

[koreyman]

Daniel Day Lewis, Johnny Depp, and Cilian Murphey (had he not played Scarecrow already )

[koreyman]

and what the hell Shia Leboff (not sure if that is spelled right) but he is in everything.

[cartman781]

Originally Posted by Batman00

All those actors you said were too old to play Joker, Ledger's replacement will be around the same age because it would be weird if they have someone who is 28 and then cast someone who is 50

You mean all the actors the OP listed, are too old. I was just the first reply. I understand what you mean though. I was just saying that William H Macy is an great actor.

[MATTYBLU2]

clive owen?

[Blu-Jawa]

John Travolta??? Are you Kidding?! IMO No Way.

[Batman00]

Originally Posted by cartman781

You mean all the actors the OP listed, are too old. I was just the first reply. I understand what you mean though. I was just saying that William H Macy is an great actor.

my bad i quoted u and then talked about him LOL, at least you got a reply lol

[TwYsTeD]

To bad Gary Oldman is already in the movie i think he would make a greta Joker.

[theprophecy247]

no one should play him again, but if its must DDL can play anything hes amazing

[Batman00]

Originally Posted by theprophecy247

no one should play him again, but if its must DDL can play anything hes amazing

Maybe DDL a couple years ago, hes too old looking to play, even with makeup, I love him too, but no

DONT WORRY NOLAN WILL CAST THE RIGHT PERSON

[prankster]

i think johnny depp can pull it off. he is a very versatile actor.

[theprophecy247]

Originally Posted by prankster

i think johnny depp can pull it off. he is a very versatile actor.

if not DDL deep can hes kinda strange as it is lol

[GotToyota?]

I'd say if Heath Ledger hadn't died they could've easily implemented Joker into the 3rd movie, but now I say don't touch it.

The worst thing I hate is a movie that implements the same character as in the last, but with a new actor/actress. Let Heath Ledger and his role as the last Joker rest in peace.

[Variable]

not one person in the OP would work.

[SeahawxBlu]

I think the best person for the job would be Hayden Christiansen....


OK, bad joke. Seriously though, Jude Law might actually be able to pull that off.

[gamer4eva]

i dont want ne1 to replace the joker in the next movie
but if it has to be then
Johnny Depp
and no not DDL cause he looks too old for the part although he's a good actor
Guy Pearce would be a good choice but dont know how that'll turn out to be

[DrAquafresh]

It's sad, but I think the joker is going to have to be left alone for a long time. I really don't see anyone that could match Ledger's performance in the Dark Knight. It would be nice to see some consistency in Batman films, keep the same actors playing the same characters for as long as you can. If not, give Chris O'donnell and Alicia Silverstone a call. I don't think they have much going on.

[GreenScar]

Originally Posted by SeahawxBlu

Seriously though, Jude Law might actually be able to pull that off.

I could actually see him doing a good job. He could either mimic Ledgers performance or make it his own. He has a lot of potential but seems to be in a rut as far as rolls go. It would need to be someone who has the ability to blend into a character and doesn't play himself in every roll. Day Lewis would be great if he weren't so old. He could still pull off a great Joker.