The Penguin

2024 - 9 - 19

The Penguin: Gotham's Sinister Star Takes a Flight!

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Colin Farrell's delightful escapade as The Penguin in HBO's new series dives deeper than a Gotham sewer!

HBO's latest endeavor, "The Penguin," returns to the gritty shadows of Gotham City and offers a refreshing twist to a familiar villain. Colin Farrell reprises his role as Oswald 'Oz' Cobblepot, a character that might seem all bad but bears an intricate web of charm and sinister ambition. The show aims to explore the depths of Oswald's character, much akin to how Heath Ledger sensationalized the Joker, but with its own unique style. It stands to be an intriguing mix between high-stakes drama and nostalgic familiarity for die-hard DC fans and casual viewers alike.

Set against backdrops that highlight both the charm and decay of Gotham, "The Penguin" invites viewers into a world that melds the brooding atmospherics of classic gangster dramas with comic book flair. While some reviews point out the muddled narrative that can evoke a sense of fatigue—especially if you've been inundated by the superhero genre—there's no denying the dazzling cinematography and Farrell’s standout performance. He brings an unpredictable charisma to Oswald, intertwining both terror and appeal, as he navigates the murky waters of crime and loyalty in a city that seems perpetually on the edge.

As the series unfolds weekly on HBO Max, viewers can look forward to a total of eight electrifying episodes, diving deeper into the psyche of a villain who is not merely a heartless gangster but a man contending with demons that are all too familiar to those in power. The show’s exploration of the socio-political underbelly of Gotham gives it a narrative weight that some may find missing in other entries of the superhero franchise.

In a quirky nod to true crime, the show intertwines the themes of power and morality, making it relatable despite its fantastical elements. And while fans might rally for their favorite antihero, it's the unexpected depth that The Penguin promises that may just captivate audiences from both the realms of Gotham and the real world alike.

Interestingly, Colin Farrell underwent a transformative process to suit his role as the Penguin, involving extensive makeup that completely alters his appearance, showing just how dedicated he is to his craft. And if you’ve ever wondered about the origins of the Penguin character, he first waddled onto the pages of DC comics in 1941 and has since been a staple of Batman lore. This rich history is further complemented by a new narrative that, while rooted in familiar territory, sets out to redefine what it means to be a villain in one of the world’s most iconic comic universes.

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Sorry, Batman. Colin Farrell's 'sinister' gangster takes flight in HBO's ... (USA TODAY)

A Batman baddie gets the spotlight in HBO's "The Penguin," but Colin Farrell puts a charmingly sinister spin on the familiar villain.

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'The Penguin' buries a gripping thriller in a clichéd mob story (The Washington Post)

HBO's “The Penguin” obviously aims for Colin Farrell, reprising the role he played in 2022's “The Batman,” to do for the Penguin what Heath Ledger did for ...

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HBO's <i>The Penguin</i> Is a Stylish, Dumbed-Down Trump ... (TIME)

Colin Farrell is fine. Cristin Milioti is great. But the mediocrity of HBO's latest gangster drama speaks to the decline of prestige TV.

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The Penguin: How, and when, to watch it in South Africa - Hypertext (htxt.africa)

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Thursday, Sept. 19: The City Will Be His: 'The Penguin' Begins on HBO (Channel Guide Magazine)

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TV: 'The Penguin' is out on Max (Gulf Digital News)

DC COMICS-BASED crime drama The Penguin is out on Max, with eight episodes scheduled to run until November 10. Starring Colin Farrell as Oswald 'Oz' ...

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TV Talk: 'Sopranos' meets 'Batman' in 'The Penguin;' Agatha back on ... (TribLIVE)

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'The Penguin' takes a deep dive into the classic Batman villain ... (weisradio.com)

It takes place in the universe of Robert Pattinson's The Batman, and show creator Lauren LeFranc tells ABC Audio that its themes go way beyond the criminal in ...

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What Time Is 'The Penguin' Streaming on Max? (TheWrap)

Colin Farrell returns to Gotham unrecognizably as Oz Cobb in "The Penguin" on HBO, picking up after Matt Reeves' "The Batman."

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The Penguin takes a deep dive into the classic Batman villain ... (Deltaplex News)

It takes place in the universe of Robert Pattinson's The Batman, and show creator Lauren LeFranc tells ABC Audio that its themes go way beyond the criminal in ...

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What Time Does 'The Penguin' Come Out On HBO And Max? (Forbes)

Colin Farrell is back as The Penguin in HBO's new original limited series, “The Penguin,” which premieres tonight. Here's what time to tune in and how to ...

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The Penguin 1×01 Review – Meet Oz Cobb (Batman-News)

The Penguin series is finally here and we'll be reviewing it episode by episode. Does the first one do enough to hook you in? Yes.

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Shuswap Film Society: My Penguin Friend pays Salmar Classic a visit (Salmon Arm Observer)

The world needs more feel-good stories like this one. My Penguin Friend is a family friendly movie about an extraordinary bond between a man and a penguin, ...

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Where and When to Stream 'The Penguin' Online (Hollywood Reporter)

Starring Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti, 'The Penguin' will be available to watch on HBO and Max.

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Here's When Every Episode of 'The Penguin' Drops (Cosmopolitan.com)

The iconic villain is making his way back, this time on our TV screens in a continuation of Matt Reeves' Batman universe that brings back Colin Farrell in the ...

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Colin Farrell is a terrifying Batman villain in 'The Penguin': Review (USA TODAY)

Reprising his role from 2022's "The Batman," it's impossible not to be captivated by Colin Farrell as villain "The Penguin."

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'The Penguin': How To Watch Online, Streaming, Pricing, Availability (Variety)

After the success of director Matt Reeves' “The Batman” movie reboot in 2022, Warner Bros. and DC Studios produced a spinoff series surrounding the villain The ...

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Yes, HBO's 'The Penguin' Is As Good As Reviews Say (Forbes)

The Penguin is far removed from anything resembling actual superheroism, a pure mob drama that deals with the aftermath of the events of Riddler flooding ...

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HBO's Batman Spinoff Isn't Fooling Anyone (Slate Magazine)

HBO's Batman spinoff is a gangster show by another name. By Joshua Rivera. Sept 20, 20245:45 AM.

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The Designer of HBO's The Penguin on designing Gotham (Curbed)

Kalina Ivanov storyboarded Silence of the Lambs and designed the world of Lovecraft Country. For HBO's The Penguin, she drew on her own life in 1970s New ...

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'The Penguin' Recap, Episode One: 'After Hours' (Vulture)

Oswald Cobb sees his opening to take control of Gotham once and for all. The only thing standing in his way? A hellbent Sofia Falcone, fresh from Arkham ...

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TV tonight: Colin Farrell is the Penguin in a sinister Batman spin-off (The Guardian)

A heavily disguised Colin Farrell stars as the Penguin in an eight-part Batman spinoff. Plus Monty Don on essential autumn garden jobs.

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'The Penguin' Director Craig Zobel Wrote a Fan Letter to Matt ... (Hollywood Reporter)

The Penguin director Craig Zobel breaks down his journey on the show, which may (or may not) have begun when he wrote a fan email to Matt Reeves.

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When Do New Episodes Of 'The Penguin' Come Out? See The ... (Forbes)

Colin Farrell returns as The Penguin in HBO's new limited series. Wondering when new episodes will drop? Here's why the "The Penguin" release schedule is a ...

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Huge Australian king penguin chick Pesto grows into social media star (WOKV)

A huge king penguin chick named Pesto, who weighs as much as both his parents combined, has become a social media celebrity and a star attraction at an ...

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A massive baby penguin named Pesto is inhaling fish and winning ... (KUAR)

Pesto, who weighs 46 pounds at just nine months old, has been on display at an Australian aquarium since April. As he grew, so did his social media fanbase ...

'The Penguin' is a darkly engrossing entry into the Batman cannon (NPR)

With no costumes, no superpowers and no Batman, HBO's The Penguin is less like a comic book series than a crime drama — closer to The Sopranos than to the ...

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The Designer of HBO's The Penguin On Designing Gotham (Curbed)

Kalina Ivanov storyboarded 'Silence of the Lambs' and designed the world of Lovecraft Country. For HBO's The Penguin, she drew on her own life in 1970s New ...

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'The Penguin' Review: The Dark Blight (The New York Times)

The HBO series starring an unrecognizable Colin Farrell is further proof that there is no fun in the Batman universe.

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