SpectrumThe Penguin (2024)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.4
Overview
With the city in peril following the seawall's collapse, Oswald "Oz" Cobb seeks to fill the power vacuum left by the death of Carmine Falcone and finally give his mother Francis the life he's always promised. But first, Oz must confront his enemies and his own demoralizing reputation as "the Penguin."
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Spectrum
HBO Max
Apple TVBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
With the city in peril following the seawall's collapse, Oswald "Oz" Cobb seeks to fill the power vacuum left by the death of Carmine Falcone and finally give his mother Francis the life he's always promised. But first, Oz must confront his enemies and his own demoralizing reputation as "the Penguin."
Starring Cast
Where to watch
SpectrumHBO MaxApple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The series explores universal themes of power, corruption, and ambition within Gotham City's political landscape, focusing on individual character flaws and the moral complexities of gaining influence without explicitly promoting a specific ideological solution or critique from either the left or right perspective.
The series explores themes of power, corruption, and class disparity within Gotham City, portraying a diverse social environment and critiquing systemic issues. However, the available information does not indicate explicit race or gender swaps for traditionally white roles in the live-action series, nor does it prominently feature LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative's critique is directed at societal power dynamics rather than explicitly framing traditional identities negatively.
Secondary
Based on the available information, 'The Penguin' (2024) does not appear to feature explicit LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The series is primarily described as a crime drama focusing on Gotham’s underworld and political intrigue, with no specific mention of LGBTQ+ presence in its main cast or plot summaries.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The provided information explicitly states that the 2024 live-action series "The Penguin" does not feature a gender swap of its titular character or any other, distinguishing it from other Batman media that might explore such concepts.
The series focuses on Oswald Cobblepot, who is portrayed by an actor of the same race as the character's established comic book depiction. Available information indicates no race-swapping of established characters within the show's cast.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.6
8.4
Critic Ratings
9.5
7.2
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