The Penguin

2024 - 9 - 20

Penguin Power: Why HBO's New Series Is the Real Deal—No Superhero Capes Required!

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Colin Farrell shines in HBO's The Penguin, proving gangsters make the best heroes without needing capes! Dive into Gotham's underworld where mobsters reign supreme!

HBO's 'The Penguin' has landed, and it’s a thrilling dive into Gotham’s dark underbelly, far removed from the typical superhero fare. Forget about caped crusaders saving the day; this series serves up a rich mob drama seasoned with the complex motivations of its characters. Based on the aftermath of Riddler's antics, the narrative focuses on Oswald Cobblepot, brilliantly portrayed by Colin Farrell. Critics have praised his performance, showcasing the intense journey of a man eager to claim his place amid the chaos of Gotham's underworld.

The creative genius behind 'The Penguin' includes the director, Craig Zobel, who, in a stroke of fandom affection, penned a letter to Matt Reeves before even embarking on this project. Zobel's vision, paired with stunning designs from Kalina Ivanov, who previously worked on projects like 'Silence of the Lambs,' brings the 1970s-inspired Gotham to life. From gritty streets to power-hungry mob bosses, every frame carries a weight that pulls viewers in deeper.

For fans wondering why a certain suave bat isn’t fluttering around, it’s because Robert Pattinson’s character is curiously absent from the plot. Colin Farrell has shed light on this absence, hinting that the focus is fully dedicated to exploring Oswald's ambitions and struggles. The series delves into exploring how power vacuums in Gotham present a fertile ground for villains to grow, with thrilling implications for both Cobblepot and Gotham's infamous rogues.

Not only is the content generating buzz, but eagle-eyed viewers have even discovered a secret QR code hidden in the show, linking them to Gotham's true hidden stories. With episodes rolling out weekly on Sky Atlantic, fans are eagerly awaiting each installment, discussing theories and sharing insights about the elaborate world crafted by HBO. Whether you’re a dedicated comic fan or a lover of gritty drama, 'The Penguin' is your new obsession and a timely reminder that sometimes, villains are far more fascinating than their heroic counterparts.

Fun Fact: The Penguin was once a mere comic book character who struggled to stand out among his more famous counterparts. Fast forward to today, and he's stealing the show with HBO’s fascinating depth!

Additionally, Colin Farrell went through a significant transformation for this role—so much so that it took hours in the makeup chair to make him unrecognizable from his usual charming self. Talk about going full method! Watch out, Gotham; the Penguin has officially arrived!

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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' 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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The Penguin review: Colin Farrell's powerhouse performance is the ... (The Irish Times)

Television review: As a showcase for Colin Farrell, the series has its charms but The Penguin is hugely uneven and often extremely slow as a moribund script ...

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'The Penguin' series premiere review: Grab on to Colin Farrell's coat ... (The Hindu)

Colin Farrell shines as Oswald Cobb in The Penguin, a gripping spin-off exploring the villain's complex motivations and ambitions.

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The Penguin's Colin Farrell explains key character's absence (Radio Times)

The Penguin star Colin Farrell has explained Robert Pattinson's absence in The Batman spin-off on HBO.

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The Penguin Episode 1 Review – "After Hours" (IGN Africa)

News broadcasts talk of a power vacuum in Gotham's organized crime scene, opening up a narrow window of opportunity that Oswald Cobb (Colin Farrell) will have ...

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How to watch The Penguin free as Batman spin-off premieres in the ... (Daily Express)

Colin Farrell is back as Gotham gangster Oz Cobb in the continuation of The Batman saga.

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The Penguin release schedule: When is episode 2 out in the UK? (Radio Times)

When will fans get to return to Gotham, in the second episode of The Penguin? Here's the full UK release schedule for the series on Sky Atlantic.

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'The Penguin' soundtrack: every song in the series (NME.com)

Colin Farrell reprises his role as Oswald Cobb for The Batman spin-off series The Penguin, alongside Cristin Milioti.

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Eagle-eyed The Penguin fans spot mysterious QR code in episode 1 ... (Daily Mail)

HBO debuted its highly anticipated series The Penguin on Thursday evening, and eagle-eyed fans spotted a secret riddler QR code, which led to Gotham's True ...

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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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Huge penguin chick at Australian aquarium becomes social media ... (Messenger Newspapers)

Weighing 22kg at nine months old, Pesto is the heaviest penguin chick the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium has ever had, education supervisor Jacinta Early said. By ...

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Pesto the penguin chick is abnormally large - and now he's a social ... (Sky News)

The chunky penguin chick is a star attraction at the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium in Australia, where last week he ate more than his own body weight in fish.

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

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 ...

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

The nine-month-old king penguin, who lives at the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium in Australia, weighs about 46 pounds. That's enormous, even by seabird standards.

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A massive baby penguin named Pesto is inhaling fish and winning ... (Delaware First Media)

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 ...

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The Penguin review – Colin Farrell deserves all the awards for this ... (The Guardian)

It's slick, fast – and doesn't feature the caped crusader once. The Irish actor is a revelation in a series that's so twisty it leaves you breathless.

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'The Penguin' is a darkly engrossing entry into the Batman cannon (KNAU Arizona Public Radio)

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 ...

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

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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Image courtesy of "KUAR"

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 ...

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'The Penguin' Review: Gotham Gangster Goodness With A ... (Forbes)

The first episode of The Penguin really sets the tone: This isn't really a Batman show, it's a Gotham gangster series. This is The Sopranos with DC ...

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What the QR Code In the 1st Episode of 'The Penguin' Leads To (Today.com)

'The Penguin' premiere features a blink-and-you-miss-it shot of a QR code that actually scanned, leading viewers to a "Batman" Easter egg.

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Huge king penguin chick in Australia named Pesto becomes social ... (KAGSTV.com)

Pesto weighs as much as both his parents combined and has become a social media celebrity at an Australian aquarium.

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Scottish VFX specialist secures HBO Max's The Penguin - Prolific ... (Prolific North)

A new Screen Scotland initiative to promote Scottish post production and VFX studios has delivered its first major project.

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The Penguin among projects lured to Scotland for VFX (The Knowledge Online)

HBO Max's The Penguin is among projects lured to Scotland by a new post-production/VFX fund. The Screen Scotland pilot funding initiative, PGF Project Post, ...

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Huge penguin chick at Australian aquarium becomes social media ... (Times Series)

Weighing 22kg at nine months old, Pesto is the heaviest penguin chick the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium has ever had, education supervisor Jacinta Early said. By ...

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Huge penguin chick at Australian aquarium becomes social media ... (Barking and Dagenham Post)

Weighing 22kg at nine months old, Pesto is the heaviest penguin chick the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium has ever had, education supervisor Jacinta Early said. By ...

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