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The Mothers of Penguins

2024 – nowShow2 seasons12 episodesTV-MA

ComedyDrama
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4

A moving, hopeful drama series about family and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Episodes

2 seasons · 12 episodes · best: S1E6 "Nokaut/ Knockout" 8.2

Episodes

7.8
7.6

Story

When her seven-year-old son moves to a new school, an MMA fighter realizes that her toughest fight won't be in the octagon, but in parenthood.

Feels like

  • Heartwarming Drama
  • MMA Sports Comedy
  • Parenting Challenges
  • Female Lead Strength
  • Slice-of-Life Realism
  • Emotional Growth
  • Family Bonds
  • Underdog Story
  • Polish Contemporary Cinema
  • Character-Driven Narrative

Cast

19 of 19 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Klara Kochańska, Jagoda Szelc
Written by
Klara Kochańska, Dorota Trzaska, Nina Lewandowska
Produced by
Agnieszka Kurzydło
Music by
Bartłomiej Tyciński, Jerzy Rogiewicz

Everyone

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Facts

November 13, 2024 · November 13, 2024 · Still running

First aired
November 13, 2024
Latest episode
November 13, 2024
Status
Still running
Length
2 seasons · 12 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, Comedy
Original language
Polish
Made in
Poland
Available in
131 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Mothers of Penguins?"

Questions about The Mothers of Penguins

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Mothers of Penguins?

Netflix

In the United States, The Mothers of Penguins streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is The Mothers of Penguins worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 7.4).

Is The Mothers of Penguins okay for kids?

TV-MAViolenceStrong language

Yes: it's rated TV-MA in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Mothers of Penguins make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (6 of 10) and sharp wit (5 of 10).

Is The Mothers of Penguins plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Mothers of Penguins in English?

Polish

No, it was made in Polish.