Leland Owlsley (The Owl)
The Owl is a master criminal and one of Batman's earliest foes, known for his cunning intellect and mastery of disguise.
Character
Cinematic | Literary
Marvel
Introduced in Daredevil #3 (1964), Leland Owlsley, a wealthy financier, turned to crime after being exposed for embezzlement. As a recurring antagonist, he employed his intellect, resources, and owl-like abilities to expand his criminal empire. In the 2015 Netflix series Daredevil, Owlsley appeared as a corrupt businessman allied with Wilson Fisk.
Owlsley’s influence extends beyond the comics and the Netflix series. In the 2023 video game “Marvel’s Spider-Man 2,” he plays a pivotal role as a prominent crime boss in New York City. His character continues to captivate audiences with his cunning strategies and formidable presence in the Marvel universe.