The Penguin is an HBO limited series that expands on the character of Oswald Cobblepot, famously portrayed by Colin Farrell in The Batman. Set just one week after the events of the film, the series delves into Cobblepot’s ascent through Gotham’s criminal underworld following the power vacuum left by mob boss Carmine Falcone’s death. The show blends elements of psychological drama and gangster narrative, drawing comparisons to classics like The Sopranos while exploring themes of ambition, violence, and the complexities of human nature.