This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.Showrunner Lauren LeFranc weighs in on The Penguin"s Scarecrow fan theories, clearing up whether Sofia Falcone"s closest ally is actually the DC supervillain in secret. The Penguin"s packed cast includes Theo Rossi"s Dr. Julian Rush — an Arkham psychiatrist who becomes infatuated with Sofia Falcone and helps her take over her family business once she"s released. The Penguin episode 4 features a strange glove in Julian Rush"s office. Considering that Rush is a psychiatrist with evil impulses, this glove seems like a strong indication that he"s The Batman universe"s version of the Scarecrow.
The Penguin is nominated for three awards at the 2025 Golden Globes. On the 2025 Golden Globes red carpet, The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc talks to ScreenRant about the theories around Dr. Julian Rush"s Scarecrow identity. LeFranc offers a straightforward answer, saying, "Well, I can say he"s not the Scarecrow".

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