Fri Nov 15 22:10:00 IST 2024: ## Batman’s Absence Explained in “The Penguin” Series

**New York, NY** – Colin Farrell, star of HBO Max’s “The Penguin,” has addressed the conspicuous absence of Batman in the series, which takes place just a week after the events of Matt Reeves’ “The Batman.” Speaking to Collider, Farrell explained the intentional omission, stating that the criminal underworld’s upheaval hadn’t yet escalated to a level requiring Batman’s immediate intervention.

“People are asking, ‘Where’s Batman?’ But this stuff hasn’t hit the news yet,” Farrell said. He further elaborated that Batman, as depicted at the end of “The Batman,” was grappling with an existential crisis, questioning his purpose and methods in a city desperately needing help.

Despite Batman’s absence throughout most of the series, the iconic Bat-Signal’s appearance in the finale confirms that Penguin’s rise wasn’t unnoticed. Farrell expressed his relief that the show acknowledged Batman’s existence, stating, “I would have hated for the show to end without addressing Batman at all.”

Director Matt Reeves corroborated Farrell’s explanation, highlighting the city’s chaos and desperation in the immediate aftermath of “The Batman.” Reeves explained that Batman was dealing with the fallout of events, even taking some self-blame.

Both Farrell and Reeves’ statements hint at a brooding Batman, taking time for introspection before returning to action. Robert Pattinson will reprise his role as the Dark Knight in “The Batman – Part II,” scheduled for release in 2026, where he will once again face off against Farrell’s Oswald Cobblepot.

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