Based on a true story and starring Steve Coogan, The Penguin Lessons will inspire and amaze when it opens in cinemas.
Coming to cinema screens on April 18th 2025 is the true and inspiring story, The Penguin Lessons. The film is adapted by Jeff Pope from Tom Michell’s 2016 memoir. It is directed by British director Peter Cattaneo. Starring Oscar nominee Steve Coogan, the film follows an Englishman’s personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history.
Also starring Björn Gustafsson. David Herrero. Jonathan Pryce. Aimar Miranda. Nicanor Fernandez. Hugo Fuertes. Joaquín Lopez. Miguel Alejandro Serrano. Ramiro Blas. Florencia Nocetti. Micaela Breque. Romina Cocca. Alfonsina Carrocio. Tomás Pozzi. Vivian El Jaber. Juan M. Barreiro and Gera Maleh, the film looks to be an enjoyable and moving one. The official trailer for the film has been released.
PREMISE
Tom Michell, is a British teacher who takes a job in Argentina in 1976 and finds his life transformed when he rescues an orphaned penguin from the beach.
CREDITS
Cast: Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Vivian El Jaber, Björn Gustafsson, Alfonsina Carrocio, David Herrero
Director: Peter Cattaneo
Cinematography: Xavi Giménez
Editing: Robin Peters, Tariq Anwar
Producers: Ben Pugh, Rory Aitken, Andy Noble, Adrián Guerra, Robert Walak
Production Companies: 42, Nostromo Pictures
Screenplay by: Jeff Pope
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The Penguin Lessons opens in cinemas on April 18th 2025

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