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The origin story of Bruce Wayne's legendary butler, Alfred Pennyworth, a former British SAS soldier who forms a security company in 1960s London and goes to work with young billionaire Thomas Wayne and his wife Martha, before they become Bruce Wayne’s parents.
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Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler premiered July 28, 2019. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
The origin story of Bruce Wayne's legendary butler, Alfred Pennyworth, a former British SAS soldier who forms a security company in 1960s London and goes to work with young billionaire Thomas Wayne and his wife Martha, before they become Bruce Wayne’s parents.
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Episode 1
1972. Hired to rescue a young woman believed to be under the spell of a dangerous hippie cult, Pennyworth seeks help from a preoccupied Bet, while Thomas and Martha field a surprise visit from Patrick.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Bruno HellerGuest stars Saikat Ahamed, Sally Tatum, Lorraine Burroughs, Richard Dillane, James Barriscale, Iwan Bond, Paul Brightwell, Amanda Dahl
Episode 2
While grappling with the true nature of Martha’s work, Thomas agrees to help his father – and seeks Alfie’s assistance. Meanwhile, after being questioned by Aziz, Pennyworth escalates his search for answers at the ashram.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by John StephensGuest stars Saikat Ahamed, Richard Dillane, Amanda Dahl, Jayda Eyles, Jaye Griffiths, Connie Walker, Faye Barker, Lola Hazim
Episode 3
While Pennyworth deals with an old friend, Daveboy grapples with his conscience in a very public way. As tensions run high in the Wayne household, Thomas plots with Patrick, and Martha receives a proposition… and warning.
Directed by Jon EastWritten by Robert HullGuest stars James Purefoy, Lorraine Burroughs, Richard Dillane, Paul Brightwell, Jayda Eyles, Tachia Newall, Faye Barker, Nick Wymer
Episode 4
After Thomas is thrown behind bars, Patrick offers Alfie and a hesitant Daveboy a hefty sum to break his son out of jail.
Directed by Jon EastWritten by Hannah BoschiGuest stars Saikat Ahamed, Lorraine Burroughs, Richard Dillane, Paul Brightwell, Jayda Eyles, Lola Hazim, Claudia Jolly, Paul Kaye
Episode 5
As Martha and Thomas attempt to heal and rebuild, an unexpected visit from Patricia threatens to derail their progress. Meanwhile, Alfie is hired to keep an eye on Zahra Khin, the leader of a separatist group.
Directed by Jill RobertsonWritten by Robert HullGuest stars Edward Hogg, Salome R. Gunnarsdottir, Saikat Ahamed, Anna Chancellor, Paul Brightwell, Claudia Jolly, Paul Kaye, Oliver Ryan
Episode 6
While Alfie forces his way into Khin’s rescue mission, Bet squares off against John Salt, and Thomas finds himself back in Gotham.
Directed by Jill RobertsonWritten by John StephensGuest stars Edward Hogg, Richard Dillane, Oliver Ryan, Jing Lusi, David Yip, Jamie Paul, Hari Dhillon, Anna Martine Freeman
Episode 7
To set things right, Alfie and Daveboy search for a dangerous secret prison in the Hebrides, which generates its power by triggering its inhabitants’ most traumatic memories.
Directed by Danny CannonWritten by John StephensGuest stars Jayda Eyles, Jing Lusi, David Yip, Sally Phillips, John Buick, Robert Knowles, Andrew McGeachie, Raffi Phillips
Episode 8
After a power station attack, Alfie, Daveboy, and Martha attempt to help Gully Troy restore public opinion of PWEs. Meanwhile, Dr. Glubb tries to stop Foulkes’ reckless use of Lullaby.
Directed by Sheree FolksonWritten by Hannah BoschiGuest stars James Purefoy, Salome R. Gunnarsdottir, Saikat Ahamed, Tristram Wymark, Paul Brightwell, Jayda Eyles, Tachia Newall, Lola Hazim
Episode 9
Thomas’ hesitant return home is further complicated by Samantha’s kidnapping. Sally involves Daveboy in the aftermath of Foulkes’ dinner party. An increasingly concerned Lucius seeks to free the PWEs.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Robert HullGuest stars Salome R. Gunnarsdottir, Tristram Wymark, Lorraine Burroughs, Jayda Eyles, Tachia Newall, Loreece Harrison, Claudia Jolly, Paul Kaye
Episode 10
As the city further descends into a Lullaby-induced chaos, Alfie and Martha break into L7 to save Lucius – and the rest of the world.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Bruno HellerGuest stars Saikat Ahamed, Tristram Wymark, Jayda Eyles, Faye Barker, Lola Hazim, Nick Wymer, Loreece Harrison, Claudia Jolly
Episode information updated Sep 20, 2026
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