The Penguin – 88%, the spin-off focused on one of Batman’s most iconic enemies, has managed to pleasantly surprise fans and critics alike. The series, available on the Max platform, tells the story of Oswald Cobblepot, known as the Penguin, and has established itself as one of DC’s most notable productions on television.
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The plot explores his rise in Gotham’s criminal world after the events of ‘The Batman’. The quality of the production and performances have left audiences wanting more, and this has raised questions about whether the series will have a second season.
Colin Farrell’s performance as Oz Cobb continues to be acclaimed by critics and the public (Photo: X)
Will ‘The Penguin’ have a second season?
The possibility of ‘The Penguin’ continuing with a second season seems to depend on several factors. On the one hand, the success of the series opens the doors for both Warner Bros. and HBO to consider extending the story. However, not everything is so simple. Although Colin Farrell was praised for his portrayal of Oswald “Oz” Cobblepot, the actor is not sure he wants to return to television with this character. Let’s remember that Farrell will return as the villain in ‘The Batman: Part II’, but his future in the series is unclear beyond that.
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Colin Farrell (Oz Cobb) and Cristin Milioti (Sofia Falcone) in ‘The Penguin’ (Photo: X)
Another key factor that could influence the renewal of the series is the Emmy Awards. ‘The Penguin’ was so well received that some critics are already mentioning the possibility of the series and its cast getting nominations at the 2025 Emmys. If the series becomes a strong contender at the awards ceremonies, this could put pressure on the studios to announce a second season. Everything will depend on how the conversation around the series evolves in the coming months, but there is a growing expectation that HBO could use awards success as a key strategy to confirm a new installment.
What did critics say about the most recent episode of ‘The Penguin’?
The fourth episode of ‘The Penguin’, titled ‘Cent’Anni’, was released on October 13 and did not go unnoticed. This episode was widely applauded by critics and fans alike. In fact, on platforms such as IMDb, it achieved an outstanding rating of 9.5, positioning itself as the best episode of the series to date.
Max and HBO continue to surprise the public with their quality productions (Photo: X)
When is the next episode of ‘The Penguin’ released on Max?
Fans of ‘The Penguin’ won’t have to wait long to enjoy a new episode. The next chapter, titled ‘Homecoming’, is scheduled to premiere on the Max platform on October 20. With the success the series has had so far, expectations for this new episode are very high. The plot promises to continue exploring the Penguin’s growth in Gotham, as well as the intrigues and betrayals that surround him in his unstoppable quest for power.
The first season of ‘The Penguin’ will consist of eight episodes in total, which means that ‘Homecoming’ will mark the beginning of the second half of the season. So far, the series has managed to maintain an impressive level of quality, and fans are eager to see how the story will develop in the upcoming episodes.
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