25 Alternate Universe Jokers Even Weirder Than Joaquin Phoenix

There have been countless different versions of Batman’s nemesis, the Joker, over the history of his existence. Some, such as Pirate Joker or Hyena, are absolutely ridiculous. Here are some of the weird and wonderful Jokers that outdo even Joaquin Phoenix’s version of the character.

Vampire Hunter Joker

“Batman: Bloodstorm” is an Elseworlds comic story in which the creators have been given free-reign to do a weird alternate universe take on the classic Dark Knight mythos.

In “Bloodstorm,” Batman is a vampire, while the Joker is a vampire hunter who also oddly becomes the leader of Dracula’s gang.

Joker Jr

Appearing in “Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker,” Joker Jr is the result of the Joker kidnapping Robin (Tim Drake) and torturing him until he takes a mental break. Drake ultimately killed the Joker and broke his programming – at least for now.

This isn’t Drake’s only appearance on this list…

Pirate Joker

“Batman: Leatherwing” is an Elseworlds comic in which the Caped Crusader is also a pirate, because sure, why not? In this comic, the Joker is also a pirate, and is called the Laughing Man for some reason.

‘Nosferatu’ Joker

The Joker is also called the Laughing Man in “Batman: Nosferatu,” a disturbing comic which draws obvious and deliberate inspiration from early German impressionist cinema, including movies such as “Nosferatu” (obviously) and “The Cabinet of Dr Caligari.” In the comic, the Laughing Man is a terrifying skeletal cyborg, making this a notable departure from the character’s standard form.