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6.8
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6.7

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Critic Christy Lemire
rated 8

...an earnest, crowd-pleasing family film – nothing snarky or self-referential, no on-the-nose needle drops - just a sweet, beautifully made movie that earns the emotion it’ll surely draw from its viewers. 

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Cast & Crew

David Schurmann
Director
Jean Reno
As Joao
Adriana Barraza
As Maria
Thalma de Freitas
As Calista
Pedro Caetano
As Young Oscar
Ravel Cabral
As Paulo
Wilson Rabelo
As Marcos
Alexia Moyano
As Adriana

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In a touching tale inspired by true events, "My Penguin Friend" tells the story of an unlikely bond formed between a heartbroken fisherman and a lost penguin rescued from an oil spill. As they navigate the challenges of their different worlds, their friendship blossoms into something profound and transformative. The film explores themes of hope and healing as each character helps mend the wounds of the other’s past. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking ocean landscapes, this adventure highlights the unexpected connections that can change lives forever. Join them on this enchanting journey that showcases the power of love and friendship across species.

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You can stream My Penguin Friend on: Apple TV Amazon Store Rakuten TV Sky Store NOW⎥Cinema

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as My Penguin Friend include How to Train Your Dragon, The Wild Robot, Lilo & Stitch, Elio, A Dog's Journey, Mira.

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My Penguin Friend was released for streaming on September 6, 2024.