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The Penguin King (2012): Cast

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The Penguin King is a 2012 drama documentary directed by Anthony Geffen, starring David Attenborough and Tim Allen. It runs 1 hour 18 minutes.

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The Penguin King (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 18m (78 min)
Director
Anthony Geffen
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Penguin King About?

The premise of The Penguin King without spoilers.

Filmed in stunning 3D, this documentary follows a young King Penguin’s extraordinary journey from adolescence to fatherhood. Set against the harsh, beautiful landscape of South Georgia, 900 miles from Antarctica, the film depicts his return to Penguin City, a densely populated area and a coveted location in the southern hemisphere. Facing a challenging environment and fierce competition, he must find his place and secure a mate to start a family.

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Cast & crew

The Penguin King Cast & Characters

David Attenborough leads the cast, with Tim Allen as Narrator (US Version) (voice). Directed by Anthony Geffen.

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Videos

The Penguin King Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Penguin King.

THE PENGUIN KING 3D TRAILER - In Cinemas From 24th October

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FAQ

The Penguin King FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Penguin King, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Penguin King?

The Penguin King runs 1 hour 18 minutes (78 minutes).

When was The Penguin King released?

The Penguin King was released on October 23, 2012.

Who directed The Penguin King?

The Penguin King was directed by Anthony Geffen.

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Who is in the cast of The Penguin King?

The Penguin King stars David Attenborough and Tim Allen as Narrator (US Version) (voice).

Does The Penguin King have a post-credit scene?

No. The Penguin King has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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