Movies like Joker: Folie à Deux

Directed by Todd Phillips, this character study of Arthur Fleck, a man disregarded by society, and his transformation into the iconic villain, offers a gritty and grounded take on the origins of a comic book character. Fans of Joker: Folie à Deux will appreciate this film as it sets the stage for the character's evolution.

Directed by David Fincher, Fight Club dives into the mind of an insomniac office worker who forms an underground fight club with a soap salesman. The movie's exploration of identity, madness, and societal structures will intrigue fans of Joker: Folie à Deux.

Directed by Darren Aronofsky, Black Swan is a psychological thriller that follows ballet dancer Nina Sayers' descent into madness as she becomes increasingly obsessed with her performance in 'Swan Lake.' Its intense character study and dark tones align well with the themes of Joker: Folie à Deux.

This satirical psychological thriller directed by Mary Harron features Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, a wealthy New York City investment banker hiding his psychopathic ego. Its mix of dark humor and social satire would appeal to viewers who appreciate the complexities of Joker: Folie à Deux.

Martin Scorsese’s classic starring Robert De Niro as Travis Bickle, a mentally unstable veteran who becomes a nighttime taxi driver, mirrors the descent into madness explored in Joker: Folie à Deux. The dark and psychological nature of Taxi Driver alongside its social commentary will resonate with fans.

This film, based on the novel by Ken Kesey and directed by Miloš Forman, stars Jack Nicholson as Randle McMurphy, a new patient in a mental institution who challenges the oppressive nurse Ratched. Its focus on the fine line between sanity and insanity parallels the psychological depth seen in Joker: Folie à Deux.

Another Scorsese and De Niro collaboration, this dark comedy-drama follows Rupert Pupkin's obsessive quest for fame as a stand-up comedian, leading to the kidnapping of a talk show host. Its exploration of the blurred lines between ambition and delusion parallels themes in Joker: Folie à Deux.