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'Gotham' Season 2 Spoiler: Episode 7 Is A Must See For Nygma Fans After That Tragic Death
Cory Michael Smith's Edward Nygma will become the famous Batman villain "The Riddler" eventually. It is inevitable. But what will turned him into that? (Warning: "Gotham" season 2 spoilers ahead).
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'Gotham' Episode Guide: Why Nygma/The Riddler Getting Turned Down By A Girl Is A Big Deal? Cory Michael Smith Explains
Slowly but surely, people see Edward Nygma a.k.a. The Riddler grow. If in earlier "Gotham" episodes he always takes a backseat in favor of colleagues Jim Gordon (Ben McKenzie) and Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue). This time, he is starting to learn to work on his own. He did not back down in his first face-to-face meeting with the notorious Oswald Cobblepot (Robin Lord Taylor).
'Gotham' Episode Guide: At Last! Penguin Meets The Riddler, What Are They Up To? Find Out Here
In the last "Gotham" episode, Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett Smith) was able to get her revenge on Oswald Cobblepot (Robin Lord Taylor). However, that didn't last long. Victor Zsasz showed up and shot Mooney and her men. Good thing, she escaped with the help of Butch. At the end of the episode, Mooney ran to Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue) and said she will be gone for some time. Definitely, that is not the last that fans will see of her. However, with her not visible in the city, her mortal enemy Cobblepot will have a leeway to do his things and meet new people. One of which is Edward Nygma (Cory Michael Smith). According to a "Gotham" episode guide from Taylor, the Penguin will finally meet the young man who will grow as the Riddler.
'Gotham' TV Series Spoiler: Nygma To Make Big Decisions; Selina Kyle To Do Something Incredibly Shocking
Fox TV series Gotham returned on Monday night for its 11th episode called Rogues Gallery. The episode gave the show its third highest rating since its debut with 8.69 million viewers. The Arkham Asylum was introduced in the show on that night and according to showrunner Bruno Heller, the episode marks the next step of the story adding the asylum itself is one of the main characters.
Gotham TV Series Spoiler: More Fish Mooney-Like Characters In The Future Possible
Fish Mooney is a character especially created for Gotham TV series. Played by veteran actress Jada Pinkett Smith, Mooney is an imposing, hotheaded and notoriously sadistic gangster boss and nightclub owner with deep connections in Gotham government. She is not afraid to go up against the city's most dangerous mobsters and can easily manipulate the law for her own good. Jada Pinkett Smith's character has been of those that stand out despite the show having aired only ten episodes. In fact, Jada is nominated for Favorite Actress In A New TV Series at the People's Choice Awards for this role.
'Gotham' TV Series Spoiler: Is Edward Nygma Close To Becoming The Riddler?
In recent Gotham TV series episodes, one actor who instantly became the star of the show is Robin Lord Taylor for his brilliant portrayal of young Oswald 'The Penguin' Cobblepot. In Penguin's Umbrella episode, he was praised by Den of Geek saying "as ever, Robin Lord Taylor was excellent this week, again proving his range by showcasing his sincere apology face, pure evil ally-murdering abilities and some questionable goose-impersonation skills."
Gotham TV Series Cast Cory Michael Smith Says He Portrays Nygma Based On The Characteristics Of A Former High School Classmate
Cory Michael Smith's Edward 'The Riddler' Nygma is yet to blossom into a full time villain in Gotham TV series. In fact, it hasn't shown any shades of darkness unlike Robin Lord Taylor's Oswald 'the Penguin Cobblepot who is one of the show's best characters. However, whenever he appears, fans are dazzled by his intelligence and his uncanny ways of solving a crime. Edward Nygma is such a joy to see on TV and that will not be possible if not for Smith's dedication in portraying the role.
Gotham TV Series Cast Robin Lord Taylor Talks About Penguin, His Popular Status, And His Character Possibly Interacting With Nygma
Gotham series cast Robin Lord Taylor has been described as one of the best villains on TV because of his portrayal of Oswald Cobblepot, a.k.a. The Penguin. Taylor receives rave reviews for his performance in the show and fans want to see more of him each week. The popularity has changed Taylor's life tremendously. Penguin is now synonymous to him that he is even called as that while he is going to the public rest room.
Gotham TV Series Spoiler Update: Cory Michael Smith Thinks The Riddler And The Penguin Will Make A Good Team Together But Can It Happen?
Cory Michael Smith's Edward Nygma, a.k.a. The Riddler, always makes the most out of his short appearances in the Gotham TV series. Six episodes into the show, fans can't help but ask why Nymga isn't getting same amount of exposure as Robin Lord Taylor's Oswald 'Penguin' Cobblepot or other characters. Nygma dazzles with his riddles and cryptic questions that help the GCPD solve crimes easier. Because of this, fans think it is about high time that he gets more focus.
Gotham Spoiler: Cory Michael Smith Speaks About Riddler Possibly Working With The Police; Actor Working With Riddler's Biggest Fan To Justify His New Role
Check out this semi Gotham spoiler shared to Fred Topei of Moviepilot.com by Cory Michael Smith who will play the villain Riddler. When asked if Edward Nygma, Riddler's alter ego, was a CSI in the police department, Smith says it is not possible.