Owl (Leland Owlsley)
Owl, a blind lawyer and criminal mastermind, uses his legal expertise to commit crimes and evade justice.
Character
Cinematic | Literary
Marvel
Leland Owlsley, the notorious Owl, first emerged in Marvel Comics’ Daredevil #3 in 1964. A wealthy businessman, he succumbed to a life of crime after embezzlement accusations. With enhanced agility, strength, and gliding abilities, he became a formidable adversary for Daredevil. In the 2015 Netflix series Daredevil, Bob Gunton portrays Owlsley as a skilled accountant and financial advisor to Wilson Fisk, the Kingpin.
Owlsley’s criminal empire encompassed drug trafficking, money laundering, and extortion, making him one of New York City’s most powerful criminals. Despite his nefarious activities, he was recognized for his philanthropy, donating generously to various charities.
A complex and enigmatic figure, Owlsley possessed intelligence, charm, and ruthlessness. A master of disguise and martial arts expert, he was accompanied by his pet owl, Hootie. His reign came to an end when he was apprehended by the police and sentenced to life in prison, where he passed away in 2015 at the age of 85.
Leland Owlsley remains an intriguing and iconic character in the annals of crime, leaving a lasting impact on the Marvel universe.