John Turturro Declines Role in 'The Penguin' Due to Violent Content

The actor cites concerns over depictions of violence against women in the series as his reason for not reprising his role as Carmine Falcone.

John Turturro, who played Carmine Falcone in 'The Batman,' chose not to return for the HBO spin-off 'The Penguin.'
Turturro expressed discomfort with the show's portrayal of violence against women, which he stated does not align with his personal values.
Despite similar themes in 'The Batman,' Turturro noted that the violence in the film was mostly implied and occurred off-screen.
Showrunner Lauren LeFranc acknowledged Turturro's decision and praised Mark Strong, who took over the role, for his performance.
The Penguin series continues to explore Gotham's criminal underworld, with Colin Farrell reprising his role as the titular character.