Colin Farrell Reveals Penguin Series Is ‘Incredibly Violent’ And We Can’t Wait

Recently, the Colin Farrell Penguin series finished filming, with Farrell teasing it as one of the most “violent” and “twisted” series of recent times. In an interview with Jonatan Blomberg, the award-winning actor shared his experiences shooting for the series. Farrell said, “We wrapped it, man. We did it. Stuck a fork in it about two weeks ago. It was a long and really wonderful experience. And it’s dark, that’s what I can tell you about it. It’s really dark, and really heavy, I think, certainly it was doing it. But it’s incredibly violent.”

The Colin Farrell Penguin series represents one man’s journey to achieve his dreams of power and social prestige. Farrell explains, “It’s one man’s rise to what he’s always dreamed of inhabiting, which is a certain power or social status.” The series is set to pick up one week after the conclusion of The Batman and follows Oswald Cobblepot’s relentless efforts to seize power following the death of Carmine Falcone.

Directed by Matt Reeves, The Batman offers a unique portrayal of the iconic character, played by Robert Pattinson. In this iteration, the caped crusader, Bruce Wayne, is captured in his early years as a vigilante, challenged by sleepless nights and an internal struggle to balance his double identity. The narrative delves deep into Batman’s imperfections and his battle to contain his anger while seeking justice. The Batman sees the Caped Crusader cross paths with noteworthy antagonists like Oswald “Oz” Cobblepot, also known as the Penguin, given life by Colin Farrell.

Focusing on Batman’s initial confrontations with the notorious criminals of Gotham City, the plot revolves around a serial killer, the Riddler, played by Paul Dano. The Riddler poses a threat to Gotham’s aristocrats while leaving clues for Batman to decode. Selina Kyle, portrayed by Zoe Kravitz, surfaces as a key figure in Batman’s journey, challenging his binary perspective on morality.

The movie further examines Batman’s relationship with James Gordon, embodied by Jeffrey Wright, as they pair up to crack the Riddler case. As the narrative unfolds, Batman begins to comprehend crucial lessons about retribution and the power of hope. In the midst of the chaos, the Colin Farrell Penguin emerges with his own agenda to navigate.

The series, written by Lauren LeFranc, is a part of The Batman saga, with a rumored cameo by Robert Pattinson reprising his role as Bruce Wayne/Batman. The series will not focus on the superhero, but instead on the tumultuous underworld of Gotham City, primarily the struggle between the Falcones and the Maronis. The series provides a much-anticipated deep dive into the character of the Penguin, elevating Colin Farrell’s Penguin beyond the handful of screen minutes he shared with Batman in the movie.

The cast includes Cristin Milioti (How I Met Your Mother) as Sofia Falcone, Michael Zegen (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) playing Sofia’s brother Alberto Falcone, and Clancy Brown set to appear as Salvatore Maroni. The first captivating trailer for the series was released on March 22. The Colin Farrell Penguin series is scheduled to premiere on Max in the fall of 2024.

We can certainly expect a thrilling, dark narrative that explores Gotham’s crime families and the rise of one of Batman’s principal antagonists. With Farrell’s promising hints of a “dark, heavy, and incredibly violent” series, fans are eagerly marking their calendars.