Colin Farrell confirmed he will return as Oswald “Oz” Cobblepot in The Batman Part II during a recent interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live [1].

Farrell's return as the Penguin maintains the continuity of the franchise's criminal underworld. His involvement signals that the character remains a central figure in the narrative architecture designed by director Matt Reeves.

Farrell said the screenplay for the sequel is "terrifying" [2]. While the actor praised the intensity of the writing, reports regarding the size of his role vary. One source indicates the Penguin appears in only two scenes [3], a claim that contrasts with Farrell's own statement that he will be on set for several weeks [4]. He said the character will have a bigger presence than some people might expect [4].

Beyond the production of the film, Farrell discussed his professional relationship with co-star Tom Cruise. He said he is excited to work with Cruise again because the two share a great chemistry [1].

Farrell also shared personal anecdotes from his time in Miami, where he took a lap in a Formula 1 car [1]. The actor used the appearance on the late-night show to balance news about his upcoming cinematic projects with these recent experiences.

The production of The Batman Part II continues to build anticipation for how the sequel will expand the gritty atmosphere established in the first film. Farrell's comments suggest a script that leans heavily into psychological or visceral tension.

“The script is terrifying.”

The discrepancy between reported scene counts and Farrell's time on set suggests that the Penguin's role may be strategically paced, appearing in few but high-impact sequences. By labeling the script as 'terrifying,' Farrell is positioning the sequel as a darker evolution of the first film, moving away from standard superhero tropes toward a more intense crime drama.