Gotham has added another infamous character from the Batman universe and has cast Morena Baccarin to play the role!
Baccarin has signed on to play Dr. Leslie Thompkins on Gotham as a recurring role. According to TV Line, her arc will begin in early 2015 when she’s hired to work at the newly opened Arkham Asylum Home for the Criminally Insane.
Her character is described as a “gifted and dedicated physician,” who also knew Thomas and Martha Wayne before they were murdered. Now she wants to continue on with their dreams to help the troubled citizens of Gotham.
But her job at the Asylum won’t be her only focus, as working with James Gordon will prove dangerous. Especially as Thompkins finds herself falling for Gordon. We’re guessing that his fiancé, Barbara, will have something to say about that.
In the comic, Thompkins is depicted as a parent figure for Bruce Wayne following the death of his parents. In some versions her character learns about Bruce’s role as Batman and worries about his actions. In all versions she seems to be driven to help those who can’t help themselves.
Baccarin has also worked on Homeland, The Good Wife, V, Firefly, and Heartland.
Source: TV Line
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