‘Joker: Folie á Deux’ Comes to Digital, But When Will ‘Joker 2’ Be Streaming on Max?

Joker: Folie á Deux is set to be released digitally, just three-and-a-half weeks after its theatrical debut. Warner Bros. must be feeling the pressure as they navigate this quick turnaround.

Joker: Folie à Deux was helmed by Todd Phillips, who also collaborated on the screenplay with Scott Silver. Joaquin Phoenix returned as Arthur Fleck, also known as The Joker, alongside Lady Gaga as the psychiatric patient Harley Quinn. Despite high expectations following the success of the 2019 Joker film, the sequel fell short for WB. After receiving negative reviews at the Venice Film Festival, the movie managed to gross $201 million worldwide, barely covering its $190 million production budget.

Due to these lackluster results, WB made the decision to release the film digitally after a short theatrical run of just three-and-a-half weeks—much sooner than Dune 2 or Godzilla X Kong, which had six-week runs before their digital releases. The “premium” video-on-demand release, where viewers pay movie theater prices for an early digital release, might help boost the studio’s earnings.

Although Joker 2 will soon be available for home viewing, it comes at a steep price—potentially higher than theater ticket prices. However, fans can look forward to streaming Joker: Folie á Deux on Max soon, included in their subscription. Here’s what you need to know about watching Joker 2 online and when to expect it on Max.

Where to watch Joker 2 online:

Joker: Folie á Deux will be available on digital platforms starting tomorrow, Tuesday, October 29, at 12 a.m. Eastern Time. Fans can purchase or rent the movie on platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Vudu. Prices may vary, but on Amazon Prime, buying the film will cost $24.99, while renting will be $19.99. Renters will have 48 hours to enjoy the movie after starting playback.

Joker: Folie À Deux will also be released on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on December 17. These premium releases will include special features like a documentary, music insights, and more.

Joker 2 is not yet available on subscription-based streaming services, but it is expected to arrive on Max eventually, given that it is a Warner Bros. property.

When will Joker: Folie A Deux be streaming on Max?

The release date for Joker 2 on Max has not been announced yet, but we can estimate based on past releases. If Joker: Folie à Deux follows a similar schedule to other films, it may start streaming on Max around January 2024, approximately three months after its theatrical release.

However, Max release dates can vary, as seen with recent WB films like Trap, which arrived on Max in less than three months. Therefore, fans might get to watch Joker 2 on Max sooner than expected. For immediate viewing, purchasing or renting the movie online is the way to go.