The Penguin Lessons

+13
1h 51m
2025
7.078 /10 (51)

In 1976 Argentina, on the eve of a political revolution, a teacher and his students at an exclusive boys school are enlightened by an unusual guest.

Overview

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.

Country : Spain, United Kingdom
Genre : Drama
Languages : English, Español
Released Date: 2025-03-27

Top Billed Cast

Steve Coogan

Tom Michell

Jonathan Pryce

Headmaster Buckle

Vivian El Jaber

Maria

Björn Gustafsson

Tapio

Alfonsina Carrocio

Sofia

David Herrero

Diego

Micaela Breque

Carina

Tomás Pozzi

Bursar

Ramiro Blas

Márquez

Juan Barreiro

Uruguayan Police Officer

Aimar Miranda

Ernesto

Nicanor Fernandez

Igor

Hugo Fuertes

Ramiro

Bruno Blas

Armed Guard

Julia Fossi

Anna

Brendan McNamee

Cooper

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