Heath Ledger Offered Joker Role

Internet sources say the Knights Tale star may be the next Clown Prince of Crime.

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By mrcomicguy - Jul 21, 2006 12:07 AM EST

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Heath Ledger (Brokeback Mountain) has reportedly been offered the role of the Joker in the Batman Begins sequel, according to Internet sources.

The Chris Nolan-directed sequel is expected to once again star Christian Bale, Michael Caine and Gary Oldham.

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