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The Penguin Lessons

7.120251h 51mPG-13MovieDrama

In 1976, as Argentina descends into violence and chaos, a world-weary English teacher regains his compassion for others thanks to an unlikely friendship with a penguin.

DirectorPeter Cattaneo
WriterJeff Pope
ProducersBen Pugh·Robert Walak

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NetflixNetflix
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Peter Cattaneo

SCSteve Coogan
Steve Coogan
Tom Michell
JPJonathan Pryce
Jonathan Pryce
Headmaster Buckle
VJVivian El Jaber
Vivian El Jaber
Maria
BGBjörn Gustafsson
Björn Gustafsson
Tapio
ACAlfonsina Carrocio
Alfonsina Carrocio
Sofia
DHDavid Herrero
David Herrero
Diego
MBMicaela Breque
Micaela Breque
Carina
TPTomás Pozzi
Tomás Pozzi
Bursar
RBRamiro Blas
Ramiro Blas
Márquez
JBJuan Barreiro
Juan Barreiro
Uruguayan Police Officer
AMAimar Miranda
Aimar Miranda
Ernesto
NF
Nicanor Fernandez
Igor

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The Penguin Lessons — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Penguin Lessons?

The Penguin Lessons is streaming on Netflix in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is The Penguin Lessons on Netflix?

Yes — The Penguin Lessons is available on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.

Is The Penguin Lessons on Amazon Prime Video?

The Penguin Lessons isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Penguin Lessons for free?

The Penguin Lessons is available on Netflix in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Penguin Lessons based on a true story?

Yes — The Penguin Lessons is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).