"When you play the Joker, there’s no ownership there." Jared Leto told On Demand Entertainment "You have the honor of holding the baton for a little while and then passing it off." Looks like Jared Leto isn't totally bummed about not reprising his role as the supervillain in the upcoming 'Joker' origin story. DC Universe fans are still unsure whether Leto will wear the clown costume for the 'Suicide Squad' sequel and 'Justice League.'