Alec Baldwin Leaves 'Joker' Just Days After He Signed On

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The '30 Rock' alum has cited scheduling conflicts for his decision to exit the project.

August 30, 2018

AceShowbiz - Alec Baldwin has dropped out of Todd Phillips' upcoming Joker movie just days after signing on to reportedly portray Batman's dad.

Rumours linked the 30 Rock star to the role of Gotham City philanthropist Thomas Wayne in the origins movie, starring Joaquin Phoenix as Batman's arch-nemesis, but it appears Baldwin has already decided the part is not for him.

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In a new USA Today interview, the actor has cited scheduling conflicts for his decision to exit the project.

Production on the film is still scheduled to begin on 10 September.

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