The Dark Knight Turns 10: Remembering Heath Ledger's Epic Role
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In honor of the anniversary, here's an in-depth look at the actor's portrayal of the Joker
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Batman Rewatch: 'The Dark Knight' has the Joker. 'The Dark Knight Rises' is a joke
Dark Knight' turns 10: How Heath Ledger fueled our Joker obsession
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Heath Ledger - News - IMDb
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A Decade of The Dark Knight: Ten Thoughts for the 10th Anniversary – Multiversity Comics
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Remembering the life and career of Heath Ledger – New York Daily News
Why is Heath Ledger's Joker so loved by the people? Are there any actors who can play him better than him? - Quora
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DC Trivia #1: Heath Ledger's Performance In The Dark Knight WAS NOT Supposed To Be His Last One & Christopher Nolan Had THESE Plans For Him
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Ledger sought out challenging roles – East Bay Times
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The Dark Knight Turns 15: How Heath Ledger Was Remembered (Flashback)
Ever since Heath Ledger, who played Joker in The Dark Knight, died of an accidental overdose of sleeping pills