Margot Robbie, who portrayed Harley Quinn in several films, including “Suicide Squad” and “Birds of Prey,” expresses openness to passing the role to other actresses.
Key takeaways:
- Margot Robbie hints at passing Harley Quinn to other actresses as the DC Universe reboot led by James Gunn.
- Robbie suggests in a Variety interview that her time as Harley Quinn may be ending, with no plans for her return in the new DCU.
- Lady Gaga is set to portray Harley Quinn alongside Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker in “Folie à Deux,” releasing on October 4, 2024, marking her debut in the iconic role.
Barbie actress Margot Robbie recently discussed her future as Harley Quinn in the newly revamped DC Universe under the direction of James Gunn.
Since the announcement of the DC Universe reboot, there has been little information regarding Robbie’s potential return as Harley Quinn.
However, in a recent interview with Variety, Robbie hinted that her time portraying Harley Quinn may be coming to an end.
She expressed her desire for Harley to be portrayed by other actresses, suggesting that there are currently no plans for her return in the new DCU.
Robbie emphasized that Harley Quinn is a versatile character with endless possibilities, indicating her openness to seeing another actress take on the role.
With Robbie’s statements, it appears that her tenure as Harley Quinn may be concluding.
With Lady Gaga set to play Harley in “Joker: Folie à Deux,” Robbie sees the character’s potential for diverse interpretations and welcomes the opportunity for different actors to bring their own spin to the role.
Lady Gaga is set to portray Harley Quinn alongside Joaquin Phoenix‘s Joker in the upcoming film “Folie à Deux,” Fans can anticipate its release date set for October 4, 2024,
Besides marking her entry into the acting realm Gaga will become the next roster of actresses who have tackled the iconic role since Harley Quinn’s introduction in 1992’s “Batman: The Animated Series.
Notably, the film is expected to have a musical element, as hinted by the cinematographer’s references to Francis Ford Coppola’s “One From The Heart.”
Speculation about Gaga’s role had circulated prior to her official announcement in August 2022, which was later confirmed in March 2023 through paparazzi photos and Gaga’s own Instagram post.
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