In PEOPLE's review, critic Tom Gliatto wrote that Folie à Deux is "turgid with misery, it’s basically the jukebox musical from hell." On Rotten Tomatoes, the average among over

Joker: Folie à Deux explores Arthur Fleck's ongoing struggle with his dual identity as he unexpectedly discovers love and unleashes his hidden musical talent. Set against a backdrop of societal unrest, Arthur's journey intertwines personal transformation with chaotic encounters, leading to profound shifts in his life and the world around him.