HBO's The Penguin Debuts to 5.3 Million Viewers

HBO's new spinoff series 'The Penguin,' featuring Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti, debuted to 5.3 million viewers across all platforms in the U.S. within its first four days, surpassing the premieres of popular shows like 'Succession' and 'The White Lotus.' It ranks just behind 'True Detective: Night Country,' which had 5.7 million viewers. This impressive viewership makes 'The Penguin' the biggest 4-day audience for a new series on Max globally since 'The Last of Us' in January 2023. The series continues the story of Gotham gangster Oswald 'Oz' Cobblepot, exploring his rise to power following the events of 'The Batman.' Critics have responded positively, with 'Variety' praising it as a masterful examination of criminality. The show is produced by a notable team, including Matt Reeves and Lauren LeFranc, who also serves as the showrunner.