The Penguin series is directed by Craig Zobel, Helen Shaver, Kevin Bray and Jennifer Getzinger. The series stars Colin Farrell as Oswald 'Oz' Cobb, Cristin Milioti as Sofia Falcone, and Rhenzy Feliz as Victor Aguilar. The ensemble cast also includes Deirdre O'Connell, Clancy Brown, Carmen Ejogo, and Michael Zegen, among others. The series is developed by Lauren LeFranc and produced by DC Studios in association with Warner Bros. Television.
The plot follows Oz Cobb, also known as the Penguin, as he rises to power in Gotham City's criminal underworld following the events of "The Batman" (2022). The series delves into the aftermath of the power vacuum left by Carmine Falcone's death, with Oz navigating treacherous alliances and rivalries. The storyline explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and the dark side of Gotham, providing a gritty and immersive look into the city's criminal landscape.
"The Penguin" received critical acclaim and was nominated for three Golden Globe Awards, winning Best Actor in a Miniseries or Television Film for Colin Farrell's performance