Casting Hiccups For The Penguin Role
Mickey Rooney was originally meant to play the role of the Penguin. Spencer Tracey had also auditioned for the part but only wanted it if his character got to kill Batman on the show. But that’s not how a superhero story goes.
Casting Hiccups For The Penguin Role
The Right Man For The Part
Burgess Meredith was perfect for the part. He smoked cigarettes for many years, and that contributed to his familiar cackle. Even though he’d quit years before the show aired, he had that hoarse texture to his voice that was fitting for the part.
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The Right Man For The Part
