description Pennyworth Overview
Pennyworth is an Epix television series exploring the early life of Alfred Pennyworth, a character previously played by Sean Pertwee. The show presents a prequel to *Gotham* and *V for Vendetta*, featuring Jack Bannon as the younger version of the iconic butler alongside a supporting cast. It draws upon the DC Comics origin story of the character.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
info Pennyworth Specifications
| Country | United States |
help Pennyworth FAQ
Who plays the young Alfred Pennyworth?
Jack Bannon plays Alfred Pennyworth in the series. The story presents him as a young former British soldier and security specialist before he becomes Bruce Wayne's butler.
Is Pennyworth a prequel to Gotham?
Pennyworth is presented as a prequel or companion story to Gotham, with shared character concepts and executive producer Bruno Heller. It is also marketed as an origin story for Alfred rather than a series about Batman himself.
Where did Pennyworth originally air?
The series premiered on Epix in 2019, and its third season was also made available through HBO Max. The show ran for three seasons before ending in 2022.
What kind of story is Pennyworth?
It combines espionage, organized crime, alternate-history politics, and period action in a version of 1960s London. Alfred's relationships with Thomas Wayne and Martha Kane connect the story to the wider DC setting.
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
