Among the superheroes that are featured in film, it’s not common for the villain to be the main focus of a story. Just as Loki outshone the Avengers in director Joss Whedon’s The Avengers, The Penguin in Tim Burton’s Batman sequel is the real star of Batman Returns. In the film, Oswald Cobblepot’s backstory and rise to power as a lounge owner/serial killer is the main component. Batman faces Oswald, also known as The Penguin, as well as Selina Kyle, also known as Catwoman. While Michelle Pfeiffer’s Catwoman is one of the best portrayals of the villain, it's Danny DeVito as The Penguin who remains one of the most terrifying Batman movie villains.
5 Reasons Why Danny DeVito’s Penguin Is Still the Most Terrifying-Looking Batman Villain
Batman villains have come and gone, but none have been a terrifying to look at as Danny DeVito's Penguin.
