After last week brought a new teaser ofSuicide Squad Isekaispotlightingits chaotic lead character Harley Quinn, Warner Bros. is now turning its attention toward her puddin', the Joker. Batman’s arch-nemesis received a trailer of his own highlighting the deeply disturbing take on the Clown Prince of Crime that will play a major role inTask Force X’s anime journey to another world. It offers a glimpse into the troubling relationship he has with Harley and his devious plans for plunging Gotham into crime and chaos. Though he seems to be less involved with visiting their magical destination himself, his shadow will loom large over Harley throughout her work with the rag-tag team to save the day before it’s too late.
The trailer kicks off withYûichirô Umeharagiving an utterly demented performance while the Joker shows off his most unhinged side. Even when driving his car down the street, the Harlequin of Hate appears insane and his visions for Gotham are even more so. With Harley at his side, he wants to reshape the world by taking whatever guns and cash they need and killing whoever it takes to make it all a reality. While Harley appears blissfulin the arms of the supervillain, a flashback to her days as Arkham Asylum psychiatrist Harleen Quinzel showshis violently manipulative and abusive naturetoward the former doctor. Their initial encounter leads to a disturbing exchange where Joker tests her loyalty by threatening her life,with his glowing eyes symbolizing that he’s more monster than man.
Umehara has big clown shoes to fill as the Joker, who has most notably been voiced in animated propertiesby the greatMark Hamillandhas had some impressive actors don the clown make-up, includingJack NicholsonandHeath Ledger. A Japanese voice-acting veteran, he’s previously appeared in some of the biggest anime series around, includingGoblin Slayer,JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, andMy Hero Academia, among others. He was most recently heard returning tothe breakout hitMashle: Magic and Musclesfor its second season, which aired earlier this year. Joining him inSuicide Squad IsekaiisSummer Time Rendering’sAnna Nagaseas Harley alongsideReigo Yamaguchias Deadshot,Takehito Koyasuas Peacemaker,Jun Fukuyamaas Clayface, andSubaru Kimuraas King Shark.
ThoughSuicide Squad Isekaiwill have plenty of scenes in Gotham, the core of the story revolves around Task Force Xventuring into the newly discovered world beyond their ownthrough a magical gate at the behest of Amanda Waller. Theirrampage through the land of swords, magic, and monstersis cut short when they’re captured by the ruling kingdom and forced to fight against the encroaching imperial army to earn their freedom. With only 72 hours until the bombs on their necks go off, they embrace the carnage and try their best to end the conflict before it’s too late. Directed byEri Osada, the series also boasts animation courtesy ofSpy x Family’s WIT Studio.
Suicide Squad Isekaistill doesn’t have an exact release date, but it’s set to debut in Japan in July. An English dub will likely follow sometime not long after the anime wraps airing. Check outour full guide herefor everything we know so far about DC’s foray into the isekai genre and see the full trailer below.
Suicide Squad Isekai
Harley Quinn, The Joker, and the Suicide Squad cause havoc in ISEKAI*, an all-new original anime series from Warner Bros. Japan and WIT Studio. *ISEKAI(異世界): Term for “another world” in Japanese.
