Mind-Shattering Twist: Harley Quinn and Joker Embark on an Epic Isekai Journey in Incredible Suicide Squad Anime

DC Comics supervillains Harley Quinn and the Joker are set to receive the Isekai treatment in an upcoming Suicide Squad anime produced by Warner Bros. Japan. DC, known for collaborating with anime experts to bring their beloved characters to the screen, continues this partnership with a new project that combines the popular anime sub-genre Isekai with one of their fan-favorite characters.

Crunchyroll News recently announced the highly anticipated anime, titled Suicide Squad Isekai, which is expected to premiere soon. The project boasts a talented team, including director Eri Osada (known for The World's Finest Assassin Gets Reincarnated in Another World as an Aristocrat) and co-writer Tappei Nagatsuki (renowned for Re:ZERO - Starting Life in Another World). The story will revolve around Harley Quinn and the Joker being transported to a mysterious new world, closely pursued by the Suicide Squad. It remains to be seen whether their objective is to find a way back home or unleash chaos in this unfamiliar realm, but given their villainous nature, chaotic mayhem is certainly on the horizon.

Suicide Squad Isekai Will Send Harley And Joker To a Fantasy Anime World

Accompanying the announcement of the new anime is a gripping one-minute teaser that depicts the world of Suicide Squad Isekai in all its action-packed glory. As visuals flash by, viewers are treated to scenes of Harley wielding her iconic bat against exploding grenades, majestic dragons soaring through the skies, and the Joker skillfully maneuvering his car while simultaneously playing the piano. The skilled animation work, artfully crafted by the renowned Wit Studio, truly captures the chaotic beauty of this fantastical universe. Renowned for their recent success with the hit anime Spy x Family, as well as their involvement in Ranking of Kings and the first three seasons of Attack on Titan, Wit Studio showcases their trademark style in this trailer. The animation quality holds true to their previous series, undoubtedly earning Suicide Squad Isekai a spot on the highly-anticipated list of many anime fans.

Stunning Harley Quinn Key Teaser Art Hints at Possible Squad Members

Harley Quinn's anarchist personality shines through in the released artwork, where she can be seen wearing a black "Suicide Squad" crown and playfully dismantling what appears to be Martha Wayne's pearl necklace in a satirical nod to a common Batman origin trope. What grabs attention even more are the pins on her vest, depicting characters who may make appearances in the project. While the presence of the Joker is already confirmed, a prominent Peacemaker helmet pin hints that the peace-keeping killer could also be part of the team. Additionally, an eyesight pin from a gun suggests that Deadshot might be joining the group as well.

Although there is no specific release information available yet, it is reasonable to expect that the anime will be available for viewing no later than 2024. Whether it will manifest as a film or a series remains uncertain; however, considering previous DC anime projects, it is more likely to be a film. As the release date draws near, this Suicide Squad anime is poised to become a must-watch for DC fans, anime enthusiasts, and Harley Quinn devotees alike. The very premise of Harley Quinn and the Joker venturing into a classic Isekai world opens up a myriad of possibilities for the story, solidifying this anime film as a worthy addition to any watchlist.

Sources: Crunchyroll News, Warner Bros. Japan Anime