Summary
Margot Robbie still has no confirmed project to return asHarley Quinn, even though the character will come back with four upcoming DC entries in 2024, raising concerns. While theDCEUproved itself controversial over the years,Robbie’s Harley Quinn was one of the few positive aspects of the franchise that remained consistent. The actress was the best part of 2016’sSuicide Squad, which led to her leading DC’sBirds of Preymovie and even working with James Gunn, who is chartingall DC Universe projects, in 2021’sThe Suicide Squad.
Despite being the DCEU’s most popular star,Robbie still has to be announced as the Harley Quinn of the DCU. That raises some concern, as Gunn has already revealed that Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, John Cena as Peacemaker, and more DCEU stars will be returning in the DCU as their characters, though there is no word on Robbie’s Harley Quinn. While Robbie’s Harley Quinn future hangs in the balance, the character will have a packed 2024, as different versions of Harley will appear in anupcoming DC filmand multiple TV shows.
Harley Quinn’s Complete DCEU Timeline Explained
Margot Robbie debuted as the DCEU’s Harley Quinn in 2016’s Suicide Squad, and she has since then become one of the franchise’s most loved characters.
Every Harley Quinn TV Show & Movie In 2024 Explained
There Are Potentially 4 Harley Quinns Coming This Year
Harley Quinn is set to have a huge 2024, with the character appearing inthree animated series and a movie. The year will see a version of Harley that is similar to Robbie’s in a lot of ways and three other iterations that try new things with the character. First up isSuicide Squad Isekai, which will be released on June 27. The anime follows Harley Quinn and other members of the Suicide Squad being sent to a fantasy land with magical creatures. Then comesBatman: Caped Crusaderon August 1. In the series, an Asian American Harley flips the script.
This iteration will see Harleen Quinzel be the funny, whimsical side of the character, with Harley Quinn being someone to be feared. On October 4 comes the biggest Harley Quinn release of the year, asLady Gaga will debut her version of the character — called Lee — opposite Joaquin Phoenix inJoker: Folie à Deux. As the first superhero movie musical, theJokersequel and its take on Harley Quinn draw a lot of attention. Finally,Harley Quinnseason 5 will arrive sometime in 2025, taking Harley and Poison Ivy from Gotham City to Metropolis.
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Will Margot Robbie Be The DCU’s New Harley Quinn?
Gunn Has Debunked A Solo Project Rumor
There have been a few developments regarding Robbie’s possible return as Harley. First,Gunn debunked a Harley Quinn solo series rumor, with the DCU chief revealing that the rumored “Harleen” prequel series was a lie. Last January,Gunn shared a positive comment about Robbie’s future as Harley Quinn. While the director revealed that he had not talked to the actress about Harley in a long time, Gunn said that he would love to work with Margot Robbie again as Harley Quinn or another DCU character. With no plans for someone else to playHarley Quinn, Robbie could join the DCU.
Suicide Squad Isekai
Cast
Suicide Squad Isekai transports notorious criminals Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Peacemaker, Clayface, and King Shark from Gotham City to an otherworldly realm under Amanda Waller’s directive. Tasked with a mission in this world of magic and mythical creatures, they must navigate challenges among rampaging orcs and soaring dragons.
Batman: Caped Crusader
Wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne, transformed by tragedy, takes on the mantle of Batman to combat the rampant corruption and crime in Gotham City. His vigilante actions attract both allies within the GCPD and City Hall and deadly adversaries, leading to unforeseen consequences. The series delves into the noir roots of Batman, exploring the psychological depths of Gotham’s inhabitants.
Joker: Folie a Deux
Joker: Folie à Deux is the sequel to Todd Phillips' critically acclaimed comic book thriller Joker. Reprising his Academy Award-winning performance as the failed comedian Arthur Fleck, Joaquin Phoenix revisits the iconic DC character alongside Lady Gaga, who makes her debut as Joker’s lover Harley Quinn in this standalone continuity of the DC Universe.
Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn is a 2019 animated series focusing on the titular character’s evolution after severing ties with the Joker. As she seeks to establish herself as an independent force in Gotham City’s criminal underworld, the film explores her journey toward becoming Gotham’s criminal Queenpin.
