The Penguin: The Batman spin-off with Colin Farrell as Max unveils a new teaser

The Penguin, a spin-off series from Matt Reeves' blockbuster The Batman, spotlights one of the most iconic antagonists in the Batman universe: the Penguin. Played by Colin Farrell, the actor nominated for an Oscar for his role in Inisherin's The Banshees, reprises his landmark character of Oz Cobb, aka "The Penguin", in this new eight-episode drama series. Produced by Warner Bros. Television in collaboration with DC Studios, the series will be available in France from September 20, 2024, on Max.

The plot of The Penguin continues the dark, criminal vision of Gotham City developed by Matt Reeves in The Batman. This mini-series explores the depths of Gotham's underworld, offering Colin Farrell the opportunity to shine in the lead role. The recent trailer revealed by Max confirms the series'dark and intenseatmosphere, promising a gripping noir thriller about the city's power struggles.

Thecast of The Penguin promises to be exceptional, with renowned actors such as Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz, Michael Kelly, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Deirdre O'Connell, Clancy Brown and Michael Zegen. Each will bring his or her own unique touch to this crime saga, enriching the complex, dark world of Gotham.

The Penguin series is not only an extension of The Batman world, but also a deeper exploration of the Penguin character, offering fans a new perspective on his rise through the underworld. This autumn, Max subscribers in France will have the privilege of discovering this event series, which promises to be as dark and captivating as the film that inspired it.

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This article is based on information available online; we have not yet viewed the film or series mentioned.

Official trailer for The Penguin (2024) :

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