Joaquin Phoenix<br />Hints at 'Joker' Sequel Joaquin Phoenix, who played<br />the iconic role of Arthur Fleck<br />in the newly released 'Joker' film,<br />recently hinted at a possible sequel. According to Phoenix, he and director<br />Todd Phillips discussed potential sequels<br />before 'Joker' had even been released. Joaquin Phoenix, via<br />'Los Angeles Times' The comments were initially made<br />"in jest," but became more serious as they<br />both realized there was more to explore. Joaquin Phoenix, via<br />'Los Angeles Times' Phillips also spoke to the 'Los Angeles Times' about a potential sequel, saying that it would have to have "thematic resonance" like 'Joker.' Todd Phillips, via<br />'Los Angeles Times'