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There are also live-action TV shows that feature the Penguin. Robin Lord Taylor plays a younger version of the character in “Gotham” (2014-2019), and in the series “Batman” (1966-1968) Cobblepot was played by Burgess Meredith.

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The Penguin episode 2 doesn't just up the ante in The Batman spin-off – it also references a classic Batman comic book event. During this week's episode, Oz (Colin Farrell) hosts a gathering at his home and,