The eight-part DC Studios series ‘The Penguin’ starring Colin Farrell will be exclusively released in Korea through Coupang Play.

‘The Penguin’ is a full-fledged crime drama based on the world view of the comic ‘The Batman’, depicting the criminal power struggle that takes place in Gotham City in chaos.Oz Cobb, played by Colin Farrell, is the central character, and it expands DC Universe by delicately depicting the deeper inner self and complex human relationships.

In particular, ‘The Penguin’ follows the story of Oswald ‘Oz’ Cobblepot’s obsessive ambition for power and domination.In a city in chaos and emptiness, Oz Cobb seizes the opportunity to build a criminal empire, and as a ruthless and meticulous strategist, he embarks on a dangerous journey to the top of the underworld.Standing in his way are other ambitious people who are after power.In a life-or-death competition, Oz Cobb will be the winner at any cost.

Immediately after its local release in the United States, ‘The Penguin’ quickly gained attention for its strong performances and solid storytelling.Reviews poured in, such as “A fast-paced and sophisticated plot, a breathtaking piece even without ‘Batman’” (The Guardian), “It suggests a new direction for DC” (Forbes), and “Colin Farrell’s performance, which provides overwhelming immersion, creates a truly outstanding piece of work” (SFGATE).It recorded a freshness index of 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8.7 score on IMDb, the second highest of all time among DC live-action series.

Colin Farrell, who won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for ‘The Penguin’, also received rave reviews for his performance.He spent more than three hours of special makeup every day, completely erasing his original face and immersing himself in the character.He said, “When I looked in the mirror, I felt like my reflection had disappeared, and that helped me immerse myself in the character.”


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