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HBO’s ‘The Penguin’ Contributed Nearly $135 Million to New York City Economy

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HBO's Penguin spinoff injects a whopping $135M into New York City's economy, proving even Batman's bad guys can be local heroes.
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  • According to the city, the production spent an eye-popping $135 million during filming, including $29M on local labor - a major boost for the Big Apple's post-pandemic recovery.
  • The Penguin series, starring Colin Farrell, is expected to deliver over 1,500 NYC jobs, underscoring Hollywood's crucial role in fueling the metropolis' economic engine.
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