Episode 4 of ‘The Penguin’ Achieves Highest IMDb Rating and Record Viewership

Colin Farrell‘s television series “The Penguin” has reached a new milestone with its fourth episode, which received the highest IMDb rating of any episode in the series thus far. The episode sparked significant viewer enthusiasm and discussion, largely attributed to the riveting performances and story developments.

The central character, Oz Cobb, portrayed by Colin Farrell, continues to navigate the dark and intricate world of Gotham’s notorious underworld. Episode 4 marked a pivotal moment within the series, thanks in part to a surprising narrative twist involving Cristin Milioti’s character, Sofia Falcone. This episode intensified the show’s dynamic, enriching the storyline and captivating the audience.

According to Discussing Film, the fourth episode has an impressive IMDb rating of 9.5 out of 10. Furthermore, Warner Bros. Discovery reported that this episode attracted 1.7 million cross-platform viewers in the United States, the highest season viewership for a premiere night. The series premiere on September 19 initially drew in around 1.4 million viewers, a figure surpassed in subsequent episodes, with Episode 2 drawing 1.6 million viewers. In the series’ first month, the premiere episode amassed a total of 13 million US viewers.

The plot twist involving Sofia Falcone was a significant talking point for fans and critics alike. As the episode unfolds, Sofia discovers that Oz was responsible for her brother’s death, realizing that she had been manipulated by him from the beginning. This revelation propels her character into the spotlight, as she begins to emerge as a potential protagonist. Additionally, viewers delve into Sofia’s backstory, learning about her father’s criminal escapades and the alleged murder of her mother.

A critical moment in the episode dispels the notion that Sofia was the ‘Hangman,’ affirming she had not committed any murders before her incarceration in Arkham Asylum. The plot climaxes with Sofia seeking revenge, releasing a toxic gas that kills everyone at the family table, sparing only Johnny Vitti. The reasons behind these events remain unresolved, leaving the audience in suspense until the next episode.

Actress Cristin Milioti shared her excitement in an interview with USA Today about being part of the Batman universe, stating that she had been waiting her whole life for such an opportunity. “I seize up and shake my hands and watch through (my fingers). But I was definitely able to have these moments where I was like, ‘Whoa. That’s some villain. That’s cool,’” Milioti said, reflecting on her evolving character role.