Joker Stairs facts for kids

West 167th Street step stairs, also known as the Joker Stairs

The Joker Stairs are a famous set of steep stairs. You can find them in the Highbridge area of the Bronx, a part of New York City. These stairs connect Shakespeare Avenue and Anderson Avenue at West 167th Street.

They became super well-known because of the 2019 movie Joker. In the movie, the main character, Arthur, dances down these stairs. A song called "Rock and Roll Part 2" plays during this important scene.

Why Are the Joker Stairs So Popular?

The Joker Stairs are not just a movie location. They also appeared on a poster for the Joker movie. Because of this, the stairs have become a popular place for tourists to visit.

Many people who visit the stairs like to act out the famous dance scene. Some even dress up in a Joker costume! This has made the stairs a very busy spot with lots of visitors.

The Joker Stairs as an Internet Meme

The stairs and Arthur's dance have also become a type of Internet meme. An Internet meme is something like a funny picture, video, or idea that spreads quickly online. People share and recreate the dance scene in many different ways on the internet.

Comparing Famous Movie Steps

News articles have said that the Joker Stairs are now as famous as other movie locations. For example, they are often compared to the "Rocky Steps" at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Those steps became famous from the 1976 movie Rocky.

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  Tourists visit the stairs in October 2019, shortly after the release of Joker. A cosplayer dressed as the Joker dances in the middle of the stairwell for a photoshoot.

See also

In Spanish: Joker Stairs para niños