Acclaimed actor Colin Farrell has sent waves of excitement through the DC fandom, announcing that production on the highly anticipated HBO Max series, The Penguin, is in its final stages. The star, who underwent a remarkable physical transformation for the role, shared the update from the sun-drenched sets of Los Angeles.
Farrell, who first debuted his captivating and gruesome portrayal of the Gotham City crime lord in Matt Reeves' 2022 blockbuster The Batman, described the filming process as an intense and immersive experience. The eight-part limited series is set to dive deep into the chaotic underworld of one of DC's most iconic villains.
A 'Wild' Ride Picking Up After The Batman
In his signature enthusiastic style, Farrell revealed that the narrative picks up just a week after the climactic events that flooded Gotham in the film. He teased the plot as an 'incredibly twisted, often wild' journey that follows Oswald Cobblepot's ruthless ascent through the city's criminal hierarchy.
'It's a lovely, lovely thing to be involved with,' Farrell stated, praising the creative team and the depth of the story. His comments suggest fans can expect a character-driven saga that expands the universe Reeves meticulously built.
From Prosthetics to Leading Man
Farrell's performance in The Batman was hailed as a standout, despite being buried under extensive prosthetics designed by Oscar-winning makeup artist Mike Marino. The transformation was so complete that the actor claimed to have visited a Starbucks incognito without being recognised.
The new series promises to explore the man behind the monster, delving into the motivations and machinations that fuel his ambition. With filming nearly wrapped, the project now moves into post-production, bringing the seedy world of Gotham's underbelly one step closer to audiences' screens.
