The complete series of The Penguin is now available on MAX, following Oswald Cobblepot’s rise to power in Gotham City, portrayed by Colin Farrell. The show features intense rivalries, particularly with Sofia Falcone, and concludes with a dramatic finale. Conversations about a potential second season are underway, driven by interest from HBO. Farrell expresses eagerness to reprise his role, emphasizing the character’s legacy. Meanwhile, developments in The Batman II are linked to the series’ events.
After an exciting eight-week run, the complete series of The Penguin has now launched on the MAX platform. This captivating sequel, inspired by Matt Reeves’ The Batman, chronicles the journey of Oswald Cobblepot, brilliantly portrayed by Colin Farrell, as he navigates the treacherous underbelly of Gotham City.
Throughout a narrative filled with betrayals and power struggles, coupled with a thrilling cat-and-mouse dynamic with Sofia Falcone (Cristin Milioti), daughter of the notorious Carmine Falcone, the Penguin ultimately ascends to become the formidable crime lord he has always aspired to be, culminating in a heart-wrenching finale.
The series finale, crafted by Lauren LeFranc, teases intriguing developments for The Batman II, which is set to star Robert Pattinson and Zoë Kravitz and hit theaters in 2026. However, the question on many fans’ minds is whether the Penguin’s saga will continue on the small screen.
Is a Second Season of ‘The Penguin’ on the Horizon?
Initially conceived as a mini-series within The Batman universe, The Penguin was designed to expand on the character’s origin story and narrative arc. However, Matt Reeves has revealed that conversations have occurred with HBO about the possibility of a second season, fueled by what he describes as a ‘pressing demand’ from network executives.
According to Reeves, ‘We are starting to discuss how we could achieve this, Lauren, Dylan [Clark, Matt Reeves’ production partner], Colin and I. The idea of returning means we have to maintain this level of quality.’ He added, ‘We think there will be something new, but this is just the beginning. It’s exciting and very rewarding.’
While HBO has yet to officially announce a second season for The Penguin, the series’ success with both critics and audiences suggests that a renewal may be on the table. HBO has a history of transforming mini-series into full-fledged series, as seen with The White Lotus.
Colin Farrell Eager to Reprise His Role as the Penguin
Colin Farrell himself has made it clear that he is enthusiastic about returning as the Penguin, whether in The Batman or a potential second season of the series. He remarked, ‘If there is a good idea [for season 2], and the writing is really high quality and as strong or stronger on paper than the first season, of course I would do it.’
Despite joking about the discomfort of his costume, prosthetics, and makeup, Farrell emphasized that his comments were made with a sense of humor: ‘That’s how I sometimes talk – ‘I can’t wait to be done with this’ – that kind of thing. I’m anxious right now just thinking about sitting in that chair for hours.’ He further stated, ‘But I’ve always loved this subject, and I’ve never lost sight of the privilege I felt in embodying a character that has lived so long in comic book form originally, then through various iterations on television and in film.’
As fans eagerly await news of a potential second season, Colin Farrell’s Penguin will make a return in The Batman II, with Matt Reeves confirming that ‘The repercussions of what happened following the last film and what happened during this gang war in the series are largely the starting point for The Batman Part II.’
Catch the thrilling series ‘The Penguin’ now available on the MAX platform.