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Zen for Nothing

6.520161h 40mMovieDocumentary

Hidden in the wooded mountains on the west coast of Japan lies the small Zen monastery Antaiji. A young woman sets off to immerse herself through autumn, winter and spring in the adventures of monastic life. The young woman is Sabine…

DirectorWerner Penzel
WritersWerner Penzel·Ayako Mogi
ProducersWerner Penzel·Madeleine Corbat

Where to watch

Not available in Australia
Streaming in 5 other countries

Zen for Nothing isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Austria, Canada, Germany, Switzerland and 1 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Werner Penzel

STSabine Timoteo
Sabine Timoteo
Herself
MN
Muho Nölke
Himself

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Zen for Nothing — streaming FAQ

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Is Zen for Nothing on Netflix?

No, Zen for Nothing is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

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Zen for Nothing isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.