A short Joker laugh sound effect with a dark, manic edge, used in memes and villain edits when a plan goes wrong or a joke turns very sinister.
This is a brief, unmistakable Joker laugh, just under three seconds long, that starts low and builds into a sharp, manic cackle. The voice sounds theatrical and unsettling rather than joyful, with a raspy edge that makes it feel like a villain enjoying a joke nobody else finds funny. Because it is so short, it lands instantly, turning an ordinary clip into something darker and more dramatic without needing any explanation. Listeners recognise the character immediately, even out of context, and that instant recognition is what gives the sound its punch in memes, edits and reaction videos.
The Joker is the long-running arch-villain of DC's Batman stories, and his distinctive laugh has become one of the character's most recognisable traits across comics, films, animation and games. Rather than belonging to a single scene, this short laugh circulates online as a standalone meme sound, especially in Spanish-speaking communities where it is searched for as the risa del guason. Creators reuse it because the laugh instantly signals chaos, mischief and a villainous sense of humour, making it a quick shorthand for a dark punchline in short videos, memes and reaction clips.