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Penguin Town

2021Show1 season8 episodes

73
GoodGoodWatch score

A heartwarming, uplifting documentary series about everyday modern life and family, with standout cinematography and world-building.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or big ideas.

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Episodes

1 season · 8 episodes · best: S1E4 "Lost and Found" 7.9

Episodes

7.7

Story

In a picturesque South African town, an eclectic group of endangered penguins flock together to find mates, raise families and mix with the locals.

Feels like

  • Nature Documentary
  • Wildlife Conservation
  • Animal Behavior
  • Family-Friendly
  • Wholesome Viewing
  • South African Setting
  • Charming & Humorous
  • Endangered Species
  • Life Cycle

Cast

1 of 1 · most episodes first

Facts

June 16, 2021 · June 16, 2021 · Ended

First aired
June 16, 2021
Last aired
June 16, 2021
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 8 episodes
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
South Africa
Available in
131 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Penguin Town?"

Questions about Penguin Town

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Penguin Town?

In the United States, Penguin Town streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Penguin Town worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 72).

Is Penguin Town okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Penguin Town?

4 h

About 4 hours: 8 episodes in 1 season of about 30 minutes each, aired from 2021 to 2021.

Can I half-watch Penguin Town?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Penguin Town?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 9 for wholesome.