The Penguin Season 2: Will the Hit HBO Series Return?

The first season of HBO‘s critically acclaimed series *The Penguin*, starring Colin Farrell as the titular character Oswald “Oz” Cobb, has come to a close with its finale episode released on November 10, 2024. The question on everyone’s mind now is whether the show will return for a second season.

As of now, HBO has not given the green light for *The Penguin* season 2. The series was initially conceived as a limited series, serving as a bridge between Matt Reeves‘ *The Batman* and the upcoming *The Batman Part II*. This bridging role suggests that the primary purpose of the show might have been fulfilled with its first season.

Showrunner Lauren LeFranc has expressed that she would be open to a second season, but only if the creative team can exceed the standard set by the first season. LeFranc emphasized the need to find a compelling story that can top the first season’s narrative, stating, “We have to feel like there’s something more there to really dig into. I mean, I really care about all these characters, even if they’re terrible people.”.

Colin Farrell, who plays Oz Cobb, has also expressed his reservations about returning for another season due to the physical and emotional toll of the role. Despite his love for the character, Farrell mentioned the extensive prosthetics and makeup required for the role, which left him exhausted by the end of the first season. However, he did not rule out the possibility of returning in the future, potentially after a year’s break.

The finale of *The Penguin* left several plot threads open, including the fate of Sofia Gigante (formerly Sofia Falcone) and the potential involvement of Selina Kyle (Catwoman), which could be explored in either a second season or in *The Batman Part II*. The final scene of the series featured the Bat-Signal, hinting at a direct connection to the upcoming film.

While there is no definitive confirmation on *The Penguin* season 2, the show’s popularity and the creative team’s interest in continuing the story leave a glimmer of hope for fans. However, any decision on a second season would depend on finding a narrative that surpasses the first season’s quality and engagement.