Robert De Niro in Talks to Join New 'Joker' Movie

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The 'Raging Bull' star allegedly is circling the role of a TV talk show host.

July 24, 2018

AceShowbiz - Robert De Niro is in early talks to join Joaquin Phoenix in the new "the Joker" origins movie.

Deadline sources claim the "Raging Bull" star is circling the role of a TV talk show host who plays a big part in the early life of Phoenix's character - before he becomes "The Joker".

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Phoenix was confirmed as the DC Comics villain last month. He joins a list of top names who have played the colourful bad guy, including Jack Nicholson, Jared Leto, and the late Heath Ledger.

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