From Joaquin Phoenix’s haunting portrayal to Heath Ledger’s unforgettable performance, Hollywood’s finest have donned its Joker's hat. All have brought a memorable and unique reading of its clown prince of crime, shaping its cinematic legacy. Now, another name has thrown their feather into the ring, sparking fresh excitement. One might say he is no stranger to the weight of history, after all, he has Oppenheimer on his résumé. But if history has taught us anything, it’s that the Joker’s role is no laughing matter.

Already having aided in a movie about a man that almost ended the world once, this DC actor is now ready to play Joker.

The character of Joker requires layers of psychological depth, unpredictability, and raw emotion—something a mere few performers can muster. Feeling confident after having already proven his merit in horrors like Late Night with the Devil, David Dastmalchian in his conversation with Aidan Kelly of Collider revealed that he would like to play Joker. At the biggest night of all things science fiction, horror, and fantasy, the Saturn Awards, the actor revealed that Joker is one of his "greatest career dreams."

 Dastmalchian spoke at length about having a deep respect for the character and wanting to add a new edge in portraying him. The actor reflected on how roles like Hamlet may be the desired light at the end of the tunnel for many actors, but for him Joker and Gotham's chaos have always been the dream. And with Joaquin Phoenix being batted out in the first ball itself, while William Dafoe watches from the stands, Dastmalchian might just be the last piece of the puzzle.

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Dastmalchian’s confession may actually make it out of the manifestation pages as they have once in the past as well.

Before stepping into Polka Dot Man’s suit, David Dastmalchian had already walked Gotham’s dark alleys—as one of Joker’s thugs in The Dark Knight. His brief but haunting role in Christopher Nolan’s 2008 masterpiece was not just a cameo; it was an early sign of his connection to the DC universe. Now, with his sights set on the Joker, his Gotham story edges closer to a full-circle moment.

David Dastmalchian’s career path in both DC and Marvel movies reflects both his range and dedication to the world of comics. Dastmalchian’s transition from the darker corners of Gotham to the dusted roads of The Suicide Squad proves him capable of fitting in with any plot. Stepping into the Joker's shoes would be a thrilling and natural next step, solidifying his mark in the world of villains.

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