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Penguins Behind Bars

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Penguins Behind Bars is an Adult Swim special, adapted from the graphic novel of the same name by Janet Perlman, that aired only once on July 20th 2003. The Short follows Doris Fairfeather, a female penguin who is framed for robbery by her boyfriend and sent to an all-girl prison.

DirectorJanet Perlman
WritersJanet Perlman·Derek Lamb
ProducersJudith Gruber-Stitzer·Janet Perlman

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Cast · Directed by Janet Perlman

LTLili Taylor
Lili Taylor
Doris Fairfeather
PCPatricia Collins
Patricia Collins
Mad’m Millie
AWAlberta Watson
Alberta Watson
Babs
CFCatherine Fitch
Catherine Fitch
Flotsam
PGPatricia Gage
Patricia Gage
Matron Ruffwater
CF
Craig Francis
Mike the Lawyer
MVMaria Vacratsis
Maria Vacratsis
The Warden
RC
Richard Clarkson
Charlie Abaloney
DLDan Lett
Dan Lett
District Attorney
DLDan Lett
Dan Lett
Judge
SBSonja Ball
Sonja Ball
Oily Doily Valdeez

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Penguins Behind Bars — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Penguins Behind Bars?

Penguins Behind Bars isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Penguins Behind Bars on Netflix?

No, Penguins Behind Bars is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Penguins Behind Bars on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Penguins Behind Bars isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Penguins Behind Bars for free?

Penguins Behind Bars isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Penguins Behind Bars?

Penguins Behind Bars hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 8, 2003. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.