The Penguin Release Schedule: Why Episode 2 Didn’t Come Out on Thursday
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The Penguin Release Schedule: Why Episode 2 Didn’t Come Out on Thursday

The Penguin fans are eagerly awaiting the release of episode 2, but concerns are growing as the show’s makers have deviated from the original release schedule. After the show’s premiere episode released on Thursday, September 19, viewers are anxious to know when they can dive back into the world of Gotham City and the enigmatic Oswald “Oz” Cobblepot, AKA The Penguin.

Here are all the details on The Penguin release schedule and when viewers will be able watch Episode 2.

Why The Penguin Episode 2 did not release on HBO and MAX on Thursday?

The first episode of The Penguin premiered on Thursday, September 19th. However, this was only for the debut episode, as subsequent ones will deviate from this schedule and be released weekly on Sundays. Consequently, viewers can anticipate the arrival of Episode 2 of The Penguin on HBO on Sunday, September 29, at 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Check out the complete release schedule of The Penguin below:

  • Episode 3 – Sunday, October 6
  • Episode 4 – Sunday, October 13
  • Episode 5 – Sunday, October 20
  • Episode 6 – Sunday, October 27
  • Episode 7 – Sunday, November 3
  • Episode 8 – Sunday, November 10

Sunday evenings have long held a prominent position in HBO’s programming history, serving as the broadcast time for acclaimed series such as The Sopranos, Sex in the City, The Wire, and Six Feet Under. The success of these shows also inspired other networks to create their own primetime Sunday lineups featuring series.

Despite this competition, HBO continues to dominate the Sunday time slot, reinforcing its legacy with the decision to move The Penguin to the same. Beyond the broader context of HBO’s programming, moving The Penguin to Sunday nights is a strategic move. By releasing new episodes on weekends, the show can more easily attract viewers seeking entertainment.

As The Penguin progresses, its story will delve deeper into the backstories of its characters, including Oz Cobblepot himself. The trailer released earlier suggests that flashbacks featuring a younger Oz will provide further insight into how his disability has shaped his criminal journey within the universe of The Batman.

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