The Penguin Lessons (2025)
English and Spanish comedy drama film directed by Peter Cattaneo
The Penguin Lessons has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes (112 min). In the US it is rated PG-13. The English film released on 28 March 2025. It is directed by Peter Cattaneo and stars Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce and Vivian El Jaber.
Official trailer
Cast and crew
- Director
- Peter Cattaneo
- Written by
- Jeff Pope
- Produced by
- Adrián Guerra
Box office, awards and more
- Box office
- $14.24 million
- Based on
- The Penguin Lessons
- Set in
- Buenos Aires, Quilmes, Punta del Este, St. George's College, Quilmes
- Filmed in
- Cambrils, Sant Esteve Sesrovires, El Vendrell, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
- Country
- Spain, United Kingdom
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 28 March 2025
- First shown
- 6 September 2024 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Can children watch it?
Best for 13 and above. Younger children should watch with a parent. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Penguin Lessons?
The Penguin Lessons has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes, or 112 min.
When did The Penguin Lessons release?
The Penguin Lessons released on 28 March 2025.
Who directed The Penguin Lessons?
The Penguin Lessons is directed by Peter Cattaneo.
Who is in the cast of The Penguin Lessons?
The cast of The Penguin Lessons includes Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Vivian El Jaber, Björn Gustafsson and Alfonsina Carrocio.
How much did The Penguin Lessons earn at the box office?
The Penguin Lessons grossed $14.24 million.
What is The Penguin Lessons rated in the US?
The Penguin Lessons is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association.
Is The Penguin Lessons based on a true story or a book?
The Penguin Lessons is based on The Penguin Lessons.
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