Is The Penguin season 2 possible? Showrunner explains the chances and seems like there is hope

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It seems like DC Elseworlds still has hope, even after Joker: Folie à Deux struggled at the global box office. Now, The Penguin has emerged as one of the most popular shows in the streaming space worldwide. Starring Colin Farrell, the series has proven that not only Joker but also other Gotham-based IPs can thrive in live-action without Batman. As the show deepens, with a gripping conflict between Sofia Falcone and Oz Cobb, the mystery is mounting, and fans are eager for what’s next. As we approach the second half of the season, the burning question is: Will The Penguin get a season 2? Let’s explore.

Is The Penguin Season 2 Possible?

With DCU’s new direction spilling into DC Elseworlds, the future of its projects remains uncertain. Yet, given how well The Penguin is performing globally, it wouldn’t make sense to stop after just one season. Showrunner Lauren LeFranc seems optimistic, stating that Gotham has a wealth of untapped stories and more potential to explore. If the series can continue to evolve, the team is open to expanding.

LeFranc told Screen Rant, “Gotham is ripe for so many stories, as the comics have shown over decades. I love this version of Gotham and all the characters we've explored. There’s always room for more, and if the story can be even better, we’re all in."

About The Penguin

Details about The Penguin have been kept tightly under wraps. However, the official synopsis reveals: Starring Colin Farrell as Oz Cobb (aka "The Penguin"), this eight-episode DC Studios series picks up after Warner Bros. Pictures' hit film The Batman. The show explores Cobb’s rise to power in Gotham, which is still reeling from the chaos caused by The Riddler.

The Penguin premiered on September 20, 2024, with new episodes releasing every Monday on JioCinema in India, available in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Marathi.