Mr. Forbush and the Penguins
1971, English. Directed by Arne Sucksdorff & Roy Boulting & Alfred Viola.
A self-absorbed young biologist takes on a six-month research post in Antarctica to study a penguin colony. Alone in Shackleton’s abandoned hut, with only radio contact and letters to his distant girlfriend, he endures the harsh winter and gradually forms a bond with the penguins—discovering resilience, humility, and a new sense of purpose.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Arne SucksdorffDirector
- Roy BoultingDirector
- Alfred ViolaDirector
- John HurtRichard Forbush
- Hayley MillsTara St. John Luke
- Dudley SuttonStarshot
- Tony BrittonGeorge Dewport
- Thorley WaltersMr. Forbush Sr.
- Judy CampbellMrs. Forbush
- Joss AcklandHead of Board
- Avril AngersFanny
- Cyril LuckhamTringham
- Sally GeesonJackie
- Brian OultonFood Store Assistant
- Salmaan PeerzadaAhaz Khan
Details
- Released
- 29 July 1971
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Anthony Shaffer
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How long is Mr. Forbush and the Penguins?
Mr. Forbush and the Penguins runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Mr. Forbush and the Penguins have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Mr. Forbush and the Penguins on?
Mr. Forbush and the Penguins isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mr. Forbush and the Penguins?
If you liked Mr. Forbush and the Penguins, try Scott of the Antarctic, My Penguin Friend, Antarctica: A Year on Ice.
Who directed Mr. Forbush and the Penguins?
Mr. Forbush and the Penguins (1971) was directed by Arne Sucksdorff and Roy Boulting and Alfred Viola and stars John Hurt, Hayley Mills, Dudley Sutton.