My Penguin Friend
2024, English. Directed by David Schurmann.
Inspired by the true story of an extraordinary friendship.
A lost penguin rescued from an oil spill transforms the life of a heartbroken fisherman. They become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Worth the Hype
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7.4/10 from 208 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch My Penguin Friend
My Penguin Friend is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 7 August 2024
- Country
- Brazil, United States of America
- Written by
- Paulina Lagudi, Kristen Lazarian
- Box office
- $2.8M
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What My Penguin Friend is based on
My Penguin Friend is based on a true story.
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My Penguin Friend: quick answers
Is My Penguin Friend worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 208 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is My Penguin Friend?
My Penguin Friend runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does My Penguin Friend have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for My Penguin Friend. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
My Penguin Friend parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
My Penguin Friend is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is My Penguin Friend on?
My Penguin Friend is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like My Penguin Friend?
If you liked My Penguin Friend, try White Fang, A Dog's Purpose, Dog Gone.
Who directed My Penguin Friend?
My Penguin Friend (2024) was directed by David Schurmann and stars Jean Reno, Adriana Barraza, Nicolás Francella.
What is My Penguin Friend based on?
My Penguin Friend is based on a true story.