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Fans of 'The Penguin', Here's What You Need to Know Before Episode 5 (2)

Just when you thought The Penguin couldn't get any better, episode 4, "Cent'Anni" takes a swift diversion into the past of one of the show's best characters and, in doing so, sheds new light on the entire story that changes the dynamic entirely. For a series to have the guts to not just do this but pull it off to perfection with just enough twists and turns to keep viewers on their toes is remarkable, and further cements the fact that The Penguin is one of the best series of the year.

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A spinoff of Matt Reeves' The Batman, the show follows Colin Farrell's Oz Cobb as he attempts to take control of Gotham's criminal underworld. So far, the course of true crime is not running smoothly, with attempted alliances and chess-like criminal moves proving all too costly. With death and destruction left in its wake, the possibilities of where this tale may turn next are endless. So, without further ado, here's a look at everything you need to know about The Penguin episode 5, "Homecoming".

When Is 'The Penguin' Episode 5 Streaming?

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The Penguin episode 5, "Homecoming", will continue the show's run of airing on Sundays at 9 p.m., with the episode available on Sunday, October 6, at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. Currently, every previous episode is available to stream on Max.

Watch on Max

For those without a subscription to Max who will need one in time for episode 5, here is a handy breakdown of the many options available to new subscribers:

Plans

What is included?

Price

With Ads

  • Unlimited, ad-supported access to films and TV shows on the Max catalog.
  • 2 devices can use the same account at a time.
  • Full HD 1080p resolution.

$9.99 per month

Ad-Free

  • Unlimited, ad-free access to films and TV shows on the Max catalog.
  • 2 devices can use the same account at a time.
  • Full HD 1080p resolution.
  • Download up to 30 titles to watch on the go.

$15.99 per month

Ultimate Ad-Free

  • Unlimited, ad-free access to films and TV shows on the Max catalog.
  • Four devices can use the same account at a time.
  • 4K UHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and HDR 10 resolution on selected broadcasts.
  • Download up to 100 titles to watch on the go.

$19.99 per month

What Happened in 'The Penguin' Episode 4?

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It's safe to say that, with the series' highest recorded viewership to date and an outstanding 9.5/10 rating on IMDb, episode 4, "Cent'Anni", was the best episode of the series so far. Taking a detour away from the current story, the show dives into the past of Sofia (Cristin Milioti), giving answers to her "Hangman" nickname and completely shifting the dynamic surrounding her character. What was once an unmissably offbeat killer is now the source of the audience's sympathy, with it revealed that Sofia was framed by Carmine (Mark Strong) for the Hangman murders after Oz had tipped him off, with her initial sentence of six months cruelly extended to a decade. Understandably, this led to a breakdown for Sofia, which first turned her to murder. On the outside, she becomes a changed woman and, in the present day, Sofia unleashes carbon monoxide in the Falcone mansion, leaving almost everyone dead. For the first time though, and to the credit of the cast and crew, we feel the pain that went into the attack and have a strange level of empathy for the woman murdering a family. To watch the tragic spiraling of a promising woman before our very eyes is nothing short of mesmeric, with Milioti's performance and the impeccably designed script surely an early shout for Emmys attention next year.

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'The Penguin' Episode 5 Preview

Available to watch above, Max officially released the preview for The Penguin episode 5, "Homecoming", straight after the most recent installment. After learning of Sofia's past and that Oz was the one who snitched on her, the power dynamic between the pair in the eyes of the viewer has completely shifted. Of course, however, it's the fallout from the mansion murders that will make up a large part of "Homecoming", with the trailer beginning with the suggestion from Oz that "Sofia done us a favor", as Farrell's scheming Penguin sees this as "one family down, one to go". Explosive and action-packed, the trailer for The Penguin's fifth episode continues the series' run of being seemingly unmissable. On top of the next episode preview, a mid-season trailer for the rest of The Penguin was also released.

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What's 'The Penguin' Episode Schedule?

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For those looking to plan their calendars around this already-adored series, here's a breakdown of the entire episode schedule:

Episode:

Title:

Description:

Director:

Writer/s:

Release Date:

1

After Hours

"The death of Carmine Falcone and a post-flood crime wave motivates Oz Cobb to fill the power vacuum left in the criminal underworld of Gotham City, while Falcone's children attempt to keep their family together."

Craig Zobel

Lauren LeFranc

Thursday, September 19, 2024

2

Inside Man

"Sofia works to secure her family's strength, while Oz attempts to play both the Falcones and Maronis to his advantage."

Craig Zobel

Erika L. Johnson

Sunday, September 29, 2024

3

Bliss

"Oz and Sofia must address the skeletons in their closet as they attempt to control the future of Gotham's drug trade, while Victor is torn between his new life and what remains of his old one."

Craig Zobel

Noelle Valdivia

Sunday, October 6, 2024

4

Cent'Anni

"Confronting the events that turned her into the Hangman - and led to a decade-long fight for survival in Arkham - Sofia makes plans for a more hopeful future."

Helen Shaver

John McCutcheon

Sunday, October 13, 2024

5

Homecoming

TBA

TBA

Breannah Gibson, Shaye Ogbonna

Sunday, October 20, 2024

6

Gold Summit

TBA

TBA

Nick Towne

Sunday, October 27, 2024

7

Top Hat

TBA

TBA

Vladimir Cvetko

Sunday, November 3, 2024

8

Great or Little Thing

TBA

TBA

Lauren LeFranc

Sunday, November 10, 2024

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The Penguin

TV-MA

Crime

Drama

It follows the transformation of Oswald Cobblepot from a disfigured nobody to a noted Gotham gangster.

Release Date
September 19, 2024
Cast
Colin Farrell , Cristin Milioti , Rhenzy Feliz , Michael Kelly , Shohreh Aghdashloo , Deirdre O'Connell , Clancy Brown , James Madio , Scott Cohen , Michael Zegen , Carmen Ejogo , Theo Rossi

Seasons
1

Prequel
The Batman (2022)

Story By
Bill Finger, Bob Kane

Writers
Lauren LeFranc
Streaming Service(s)
HBO Max

Franchise(s)
Batman , DC Elseworlds
Directors
Craig Zobel

Showrunner
Lauren LeFranc

Character(s)
Oz Cobb , Sofia Falcone , Victor Aguilar , Johnny Viti , Nadia Maroni , Francis Cobb , Salvatore Maroni , Milos Grapa , Luca Falcone , Alberto Falcone , Eve Karlo , Julian Rush

Avg Episode Length
60 Mins
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  • Colin Farrell

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