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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·Sabine Timoteo
ProducersWerner Penzel·Peter Guyer

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Kino Film CollectionKino Film CollectionKanopyKanopyHooplaHoopla
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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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Zen for Nothing is streaming on Kino Film Collection, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Zen for Nothing on Netflix?

No, Zen for Nothing is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Kino Film Collection and Kanopy.

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Zen for Nothing isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Zen for Nothing is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.