Name: Mr. Forbush and the Penguins
Director: Arne Sucksdorff
Genre: Adventure
Released: 1971
Duration: 101 min
Cast: John Hurt, Hayley Mills, Dudley Sutton, Tony Britton, Thorley Walters

What Mr. Forbush and the Penguins Is About

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.

How did this film move you?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mr. Forbush and the Penguins about?

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.

Where can I watch Mr. Forbush and the Penguins?

Mr. Forbush and the Penguins is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Mr. Forbush and the Penguins?

Mr. Forbush and the Penguins runs for 101 minutes (1h 41m).

When did Mr. Forbush and the Penguins come out?

Mr. Forbush and the Penguins was released in 1971.

Who directed Mr. Forbush and the Penguins?

Mr. Forbush and the Penguins was directed by Arne Sucksdorff.

Who stars in Mr. Forbush and the Penguins?

Mr. Forbush and the Penguins stars John Hurt, Hayley Mills, Dudley Sutton, Tony Britton.

What is Mr. Forbush and the Penguins's rating?

Mr. Forbush and the Penguins holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 5.0/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.