Is HBO's 'The Penguin' the 'Sopranos' of Gotham? N.J.'s Cristin Milioti on the Icy Hot Drama

'The Sopranos' meets 'The Penguin' in HBO's gritty new series

HBO's "The Penguin" is a crime drama that follows the rise of Oswald Cobblepot (Colin Farrell) from a low-level criminal to one of Gotham City's most feared gangsters. The show is set in the same universe as Christopher Nolan's "Dark Knight" trilogy and is produced by Matt Reeves, who directed "The Batman."

Some critics have compared "The Penguin" to "The Sopranos," another HBO crime drama that aired from 1999 to 2007. Both shows feature complex and flawed characters who are involved in violent and often morally ambiguous situations.

Cristin Milioti on playing Sofia Falcone in 'The Penguin'

Cristin Milioti plays Sofia Falcone, the daughter of Gotham City crime boss Carmine Falcone, in "The Penguin." In a recent interview Milioti said that she was drawn to the role because of Sofia's strength and complexity.

"She's a woman who knows what she wants and she's not afraid to go after it," Milioti said. "She's also very loyal to her family and she's willing to do whatever it takes to protect them."

Milioti said that she believes "The Penguin" will appeal to fans of "The Sopranos" because it shares some of the same themes and characters.

"It's a show about family, loyalty, and betrayal," Milioti said. "And it's also a show about the dark side of human nature."

Is 'The Penguin' worth watching?

If you're a fan of crime dramas, then "The Penguin" is definitely worth watching. The show's first season has been met with critical acclaim, and it's already been renewed for a second season.

So what are you waiting for? Start watching "The Penguin" today.

Here are some reasons to watch HBO's "The Penguin":

• - The star-studded cast includes Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, and Josh Gad.
• - The show's gritty and realistic portrayal of Gotham City.
• - The complex and flawed characters.
• - The show's exploration of themes such as family, loyalty, and betrayal.