This article discusses key plot points and developments from the season 1 finale of *The Penguin*, a spin-off series set in the Batman universe. The character Oz Cobb, portrayed by Colin Farrell, has instigated a gang war between two major mobs and may be on the verge of taking complete control of the city. Additionally, he has fulfilled his promise of purchasing a penthouse for his mother.
Fans of *The Penguin* are eager to learn about the future of the series, which reportedly serves as a connection between director Matt Reeves’s first Batman film and the upcoming sequel, *The Batman Part II*. Farrell will reprise his role as Cobb alongside Robert Pattinson, who returns as Batman. Following the season finale, there is speculation about a potential second season, contingent on Farrell’s willingness to don the extensive makeup and prosthetics again.
Reeves mentioned in an interview with Esquire that there are plans to continue the narrative of the Penguin character, initially intended for the next film but later adapted into a television format. He emphasized that this series will explore the early days and origins of various rogues’ gallery characters, rather than focusing on their origin stories, which have been heavily portrayed in other media.
There is also consideration for expanding the storytelling beyond the Penguin. While the Joker has received significant attention in Hollywood, characters such as Two-Face, Poison Ivy, Bane, Mister Freeze, Scarecrow, and Clayface could provide fascinating subjects for future series.
Sofia Falcone, played by Cristin Milioti, is one antagonist likely to return to Gotham, as she expressed interest in reprising the role in future projects. Conversely, character Victor Aguilar, portrayed by Rhenzy Feliz, appears to have met a definitive end in the series. Feliz indicated that this conclusion served the story’s arc, presenting the Penguin as irredeemable.
Finally, regarding Colin Farrell’s sentiment toward further portraying Oz Cobb, he expressed mixed feelings about the intensive makeup process. He noted that while he might be open to returning after some time, his immediate reaction after filming was a strong reluctance to repeat the experience.
