Robert Pattinson Reacts to Fans Asking for Him to Play the Joker After Primetime Performance Goes Viral

Robert Pattinson's performance as Chris Hansen in A24's Primetime has captivated audiences and sparked curiosity about what he might bring to the iconic role of the Joker. Fans have been eagerly wondering what Pattinson's chilling portrayal of Hansen would look like in the role of Gotham's most notorious villain. IGN's Siddhant Adlakha gave the movie a near-perfect 9 out of 10 rating, commending Pattinson's ability to "set the screen ablaze" with his depiction of a "petulant, paranoid" television host.

One of his memorable lines from the trailer has already become a viral meme, and fans can't get enough of his unsettling stare and near-sociopathic portrayal of Hansen. As Primetime prepares for release on September 25, Batman fans are speculating about Pattinson taking on the role of the Joker in James Gunn's DC cinematic universe.

Some even suggest that his Hansen-esque Joker would be a "generational" performance, while others jest that it would be a "f**k it" moment to cast him as both Batman and Joker. During an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Pattinson playfully deferred to Barry Keoghan, the current actor playing the Joker in Matt Reeves' Batman film series.

Pattinson acknowledged Keoghan's talent, praising his performance and noting their shared deleted scene in The Batman. While Pattinson expressed his admiration for Keoghan, he also revealed that he would love to see Barry play the Joker, adding that it's his first priority. Pattinson's next Batman movie is set to hit theaters in February 2028, with filming already underway.

Recent photos show the Batmobile in action and hint at an upgraded batsuit, further fueling excitement and speculation among fans. For now, all we know is that Pattinson's portrayal of Batman will take a unique turn, as confirmed by the actor in a recent interview.