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Why The Penguin's Finale Made Us Question Our Morality (and Our Snacks)

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Colin Farrell’s Penguin might be more twisted than your candy stash at Halloween! Discover the jaw-dropping twists and shocking moments from the season finale that leaves us begging for a season 2!

The much-anticipated season finale of "The Penguin" has officially arrived, and one thing is clear: Colin Farrell isn't just waddling around Gotham; he's taking it by storm! As the underworld's favorite villain, Oswald Cobb faces moral dilemmas that would make even the Joker raise an eyebrow. In a wickedly dark turn of events, Farrell revealed that his character loses "any semblance of decency" during this final episode, as he ascends further into the chaos of Gotham's crime scene. This marks a crucial moment in his descent into madness, offering fans an exhilarating ride through the fragmented soul of a psychopathic power player.

Show creator Lauren LeFranc dished out juicy spoilers and mind-bending twists that have left fans scratching their heads. The finale not only ties up Oswald’s journey but sets up tantalizing threads for a possible season 2. LeFranc shared insights about the meaning behind a shocking death that felt both devastating and unjustifiable, a true testament to their commitment to dark storytelling. Farrell's performance was nothing short of spellbinding; you know it's an exceptional character when audiences are torn between loving and loathing him.

Critics are already calling "The Penguin" one of the best shows of the year, and it's evident that the gamble of crafting Gotham’s narrative without its caped hero paid off. Fans have witnessed not just the evolution of a terrifying villain but a detailed exploration of Gotham itself. The gritty realism and complex character arcs shine brighter than the Bat-Signal, and it’s hard to ignore the series’ ability to deliver a gripping story while teasing connections to future Batman movies. One can only wonder if Bruce Wayne will be knocking on Oswald’s door next!

As we eagerly await more from this captivating universe, it’s worth noting that "The Penguin" has raised the bar for comic book adaptations, blending artful storytelling with thrilling suspense. Colin Farrell's portrayal of Oswald Cobb has already made waves in the comic book world, providing a new benchmark for villainous roles. Fans can also rejoice as the finale cleverly teases connections to "The Batman: Part II," scheduled for 2026, making it the perfect time to revisit Gotham City’s gritty alleys and underworld dealings! Remember: in Gotham, no one is completely safe, and neither is your heart!

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'The Penguin' spoilers! Colin Farrell spills on that 'dark' finale episode (USA TODAY)

"The Penguin" finale finds Colin Farrell's gangster ascending to power in Gotham City and losing "any semblance of decency" he had left, Farrell says.

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'The Penguin' Season Finale Twists Explained by Creator Lauren ... (Hollywood Reporter)

'The Penguin' boss Lauren LeFranc breaks down those dramatic twists in the finale with Colin Farrell's Batman villain Oz Cobb, talks possible season 2.

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'The Penguin' Recap, Episode 8: 'A Great or Little Thing' (Vulture)

The Penguin's gamble on telling a Gotham story sans Batman has paid off in dividends, materializing into one of the best shows of the year.

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The Penguin's Showrunner Explains Why the Show Had to End With ... (Slate Magazine)

Lauren LeFranc on why that shocking death had to be unjustifiable, and the forgotten Kennedy who inspired Sofia Falcone.

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The Penguin Finale Review - IGN (IGN)

The Penguin tops off Oswald Cobb's origin story with a mix of thoughtful introspection and tantalizing fan service.

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The Penguin Episode 8 Review: Pick Your Jaw Up, The Brutal ... (Screen Rant)

The Penguin's shocking final episode crowns DC's best live-action show and ends on a high. Now it's time for Batman's return.

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'The Penguin': Behind The Decision To Kill Off One Of The Drama's ... (Deadline)

In one of the final scenes of The Penguin's eight-episode season, Colin Farrell's character had one final surprise to reveal to fans: no one is safe.

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How The 'Penguin' Finale Tees Up The Next Batman Movie (GQ Magazine)

The limited series' final episode brings this chapter of Oz Cobb's story to a close—and leaves a few plot threads dangling for 2026's 'The Batman: Part II.'

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How 'The Penguin' Ranks Against The 10 Best Comic Book Shows ... (Forbes)

Tonight is the season finale of The Penguin, the improbably excellent spin-off series of The Batman, elevating DC content to a new high even ahead of James ...

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Will 'The Penguin' Get A Season 2? There's New Information Post ... (Forbes)

The show is an all-time great comic book series (and honestly, mob/crime series in general), but it was always designed as a miniseries. However.

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'The Penguin' Season Finale Goes As Dark As Dark Gets (Forbes)

As easily one of the best comic book-based series of all time, viewers were wondering if The Penguin would stick the landing in its season finale.

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First emperor penguin known to reach Australia found on tourist beach (CityNews Toronto)

The largest penguin species has never been reported in Australia before, University of Western Australia research fellow Belinda Cannell said, though some had ...

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Colin Farrell Open to 'The Penguin' Season 2: “Of Course I Would ... (Hollywood Reporter)

'The Penguin' star Colin Farrell breaks down Oz Cobb's season finale choices, and the character's potential season 2 and 'The Batman: Part II' future.

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Malnourished emperor penguin that swam ashore in Australia 2000 ... (CBS News)

Rescuers are trying to rehabilitate an emperor penguin that came ashore some 2000 miles from its natural habitat, and what comes next is "still being worked ...

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Hot Sheet: The Penguin jumps in demand (Playback)

Prime Video's Hazbin Hotel and Disney+'s Agatha All Along maintained the No. 1 and No. 3 spot, respectively.

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The Penguin Series Finale Review - Great Ending To A Great Series (LRM Online)

I can report that The Penguin and main writer Lauren LeFranc nailed the landing with this one. We start the show with a feeling of weird empathy towards Oz, but ...

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Colin Farrell expresses willingness to do 'The Penguin' season 2 (ABC News)

The actor discusses the new HBO show and his role as Oz Cobb, aka The Penguin, who seeks to rule the crime world in Gotham following the events of "The Batman.".

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Matt Reeves on Whether 'The Penguin' Will Return and How It ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Will there be a The Pengiun season 2 after that finale? 'The Batman' director on the HBO hit and the future of Oz Cobb and Sofia, plus Batman 2 scoop.

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'The Penguin' Finale Scores Series High 2.1 Million Viewers (Variety)

"The Penguin" continued its streak of viewership growth the finale episode on Sunday night.

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'The Penguin' U.S. Viewership Up 10% For Finale, Reaching ... (Deadline)

That's another audience high for the DC series, up 50% from its debut night viewership, according to Warner Bros. Discovery. The company didn't disclose those ...

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Gus the penguin makes mysterious solo trip to popular Australian ... (CBC.ca)

An emperor penguin found malnourished far from its Antarctic home on the Australian south coast is being cared for by a wildlife expert, a government ...

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'The Penguin' Finale Twist: Needless or Necessary? (Pajiba)

Early reviews for HBO's The Penguin were mostly mixed. While Cristin Milioti and Colin Farrell were praised for their standout performances, many critics ...

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'The Penguin' Season 2: Everything We Know (MarieClaire.com)

Max's 'The Batman' spinoff starring Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti is a brutal mobster thriller—and we're already dying for more.

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The Penguin's Ending Uses Vic to Turn Oz Into a Fully Unforgivable ... (menshealth.com)

'The Penguin' finale features Oz killing Victor Aguilar, a reference to Selina Kyle/Catwoman, and sets lots of things up for The Batman Part II.

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