About this release
Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom (Steve Coogan, PHILOMENA, STAN & OLLIE) discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down. Directed by Peter Cattaneo (THE FULL MONTY, MILITARY WIVES).
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Disc 1
DVD
The Penguin Lessons (2025)
111 min
Drama
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.
Credits
Director
Peter Cattaneo
Writer
Jeff Pope
Cast
Steve Cooganas Tom Michell
Jonathan Pryceas Headmaster Buckle
Vivian El Jaberas Maria
Björn Gustafssonas Tapio
Alfonsina Carrocioas Sofia
David Herreroas Diego
Micaela Brequeas Carina
Tomás Pozzias Bursar
Ramiro Blasas Márquez
Juan Barreiroas Uruguayan Police Officer
Cinematographer
Xavi Giménez
Composer
Federico Jusid
Editor
Robin Peters
Tariq Anwar
Producer
Ben Pugh
Robert Walak
Rory Aitken
Adrián Guerra
Andrew Noble
Release Details
- Packaging
- Keep Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- July 1, 2026