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The first trailer for the sequel to “Joker” has been released. Joaquin Phoenix reprises his role as Arthur Fleck, with Lady Gaga now joining him.

“Joker: Folie à Deux” diverges from the first installment by adopting a musical format expected to feature 15 numbers, including famous covers. The trailer features the song “What the World Needs Now Is Love.”

The budget for the sequel was reported as $200 million, a massive figure compared to the first film’s $55 million budget. The original made over $1 billion at the box office.

Joaquin Phoenix has said in the past that there are “endless possibilities of where we can go with the character.”