The role of Carmine Falcone was recast simply because The Batman actor John Turturro had scheduling conflicts, so was unable to film the series. Instead, Mark Strong has taken on the role. Showrunner and executive producer Lauren LeFranc explained the reasoning behind the recast, telling IGN: "Well, practically, John was just unavailable to us.

The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc has explained the decision to replace The Batman star John Turturro with Mark Strong as Carmine Falcone. She also comments on Oz Cobb's distinctive walk in the show.

The new storyline introduces a host of new characters and rivals seeking to claim the top spot in Gotham City's criminal underworld, including Clancy Brown's imprisoned Salvatore Maroni (who was merely referenced throughout "The Batman") and Cristin Milioti's Sofia Falcone,

The Falcone family tree is a major part of Gotham’s underworld in both The Batman (2022) and The Penguin. This notorious family has been integral to shaping the crime syndicate in Gotham. Recently, the Falcone family has become a subject of fans’ curiosity.

Revealed to be an addict in the episode’s opening news reports, Alberto is poised to take his dad’s gig, but as he chats one-on-one with Oz, their dynamic takes several twists and turns. Initially, Oz covers up his actions, inviting Alberto to have a drink and sit, reminiscing about Carmine and talking about the future.