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The DC Studios logo is placed in a seedy Gotham alley

Scenario

Following the events of Batman (2022), Oz Cobb, also known as the Penguin, stages a show to seize control of Gotham’s criminal underworld. Colin Farrell and Kristin Milioti talk about how they got into the character during the production of “The Penguin.” Colin Farrell fought hard to get his own smoking tobacco version of The Penguin in Batman (2022), but failed. However, in his own series, the character is depicted as an occasional tobacco user who prefers cigars. The umbrella falls, and the logo is changed to the Warner Bros. logo.

Featuring Graham Norton and guests: Lady Gaga/Demi Moore/Colin Farrell/Richard Ayoade/Jack Savoretti (2024)

The new HBO show The Penguin, which is Matt Reeves’ Batman (2022) is a gripping dive into Gotham City’s criminal underworld. Led by Colin Farrell as the titular character Oswald Cobblepot, aka The Penguin, the series expands on the gritty, gritty tone established by the film and offers fans a new yet familiar experience in the Batman universe. Unlike most superhero-related content, The Penguin focuses on the darker, more human elements of Gotham’s crime scene, moving away from the caped crusader to focus on one of Batman’s most notorious foes. The story picks up immediately after the events of The Batman, the series explores The Penguin’s journey to fill the power vacuum left in Gotham’s criminal empire. With Carmine Falcone dead and Gotham’s infrastructure in chaos, The Penguin seizes the opportunity to rise through the ranks, determined to solidify his control over the city’s crime syndicates.

Colin Farrell’s performance Colin Farrell’s portrayal of the Penguin is nothing short of remarkable

The focus is on his transformation from a jobber to a major crime lord, which gives Penguin the feel of a mob drama that’s more like The Sopranos than a traditional superhero show. The show wisely avoids relying too heavily on Batman’s shadow, allowing Penguin to truly shine as the frontman. Without the overbearing presence of Gotham’s protector, it creates a new and interesting dynamic where Oswald can operate freely in a morally ambiguous space. These narrative shifts feel fresh for the genre and add depth to Gotham’s criminal underworld without being too focused on the superhero show. Physically unrecognizable in his prosthetic makeup, Farrell fully inhabits the character with a nuanced performance that balances the mob boss’ brutality with the insecurities and ambition that drive him.

Farrell brings layers to the character that go beyond the stereotypical villain’s portrayal

The Penguin is no longer just a deformed, umbrella-carrying villain; instead, he’s portrayed as a ruthless, calculated player in Gotham’s criminal hierarchy, making him both terrifying and oddly likable. His Oswald Cobblepot is smart, manipulative, and ready to break bones, yet he’s also a man driven by a deep-seated inferiority complex and a desire for respect. Watching him navigate the treacherous waters of Gotham’s criminal underworld is compelling, and it provides a grounded approach to the character, making The Penguin a fascinating character study. Subtle Atmosphere and Tone In terms of atmosphere, The Penguin maintains the same gritty, rainy aesthetic that fans loved in The Batman. The dark, crime-ridden streets of Gotham are beautifully captured, emphasizing realism over comic book extravagance.

The tone of the show is grim, violent, and suspenseful, reminiscent of neo-noir crime thrillers

Every scene is saturated with Gotham’s corruption and decay, and danger seems to lurk in every shadow. The production design is top-notch, with sets that feel like a natural extension of Reeves’ Gotham City. The seedy clubs, run-down alleys, and opulent crime lord mansions add to the show’s gripping atmosphere.

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