But as Sanderson points out, only one can be the top clown.

After a brief introduction, Sanderson discusses how they’ll be talking about villains and ranking them.

Throughout the conversation, Sanderson and Wells talk about a swath of popular villains.

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Villains like the MCU M.O.D.O.K., however, are placed on the worst poor design/flat character tier.

The duo save the best for lastand finally discuss where the Joker falls.

…both agree thatThe Dark KnightsJoker is suited for the good design/good character tier…

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The duo immediately agree thatThe Dark Knightsinterpretation of Joker is a very good character.

Heath Ledger gave his all in bringing Christopher Nolan’s interpretation of the Clown Prince of Crime to life.

Sanderson namedThe Killing Joke, seen by many as the definitive Joker tale.

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Butits a lot easier for fans to name a favorite Joker from a movie or show than a comic.

And that means that any version of him could potentially be someone’s favorite.

Some will like particular incarnations while others won’t and that’s fine.

Joaquin Phoenix, Jared Leto and Heath Ledger as different versions of the Joker

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The Joker in Batman: The Animated Series (1992)

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