Alec Baldwin no longer playing Batman's father in 'Joker' movie: "I'm sure there are 25 guys who can play that part"

Looks like the 'Joker' movie has been hit with its first casting shake-up. Alec Baldwin has confirmed that he will not be doing the role after all.

Looks like the 'Joker' movie has been hit with its first casting shake-up. After it was announced earlier this week that Alec Baldwin will be joining the film, playing the role of Bruce Wayne's father, Thomas Wayne, the star has now confirmed that he will not be doing the role after all. 

In an interview with USA Today, Baldwin said, "I'm no longer doing that movie." He continued by saying, "I'm sure there are 25 guys who can play that part." Baldwin went on to mention that scheduling conflicts is the reason why he backed down from the role. 

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