Gotham: Dissecting The Characters Of The Batman Prequel

7) Alfred Pennyworth

Portrayed By: William Austin, Eric Wilton, Alan Napier, Michael Gough, Michael Caine, Jeremy Irons

Current Actor: Sean Pertwee

What to Expect: Who doesn’t love Alfred Pennyworth, butler to Master Wayne? I first became a fan of Sean Pertwee as Gareth Lestrade on CBS’ Elementary, so I was ecstatic to hear about his casting in Gotham.

Still somewhat looming in the background and taking notes from his employer, aka young Bruce, it’s nice to know this is one relationship that remains constant in Bruce’s life. As a fan of the Batman films, it’s interesting to see the dynamic of Alfred and Bruce’s relationship from the beginning.

Seeing a young boy who is essentially in charge of an adult is engaging. However, even though Bruce is a child, he and Alfred maintain a respected relationship, whether it is between an employer and employee or an adult and child. Knowing that he can truly rely on one man to love him, care for him, support him and keep his secrets, is something Bruce needs as a boy — and even as a man.