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The Penguin Lessons (12A)



  • Corn Exchange Cinema
  • Full Price £7.80 - £9.80  / 
  • Concessions £6.30 - £8.30  / 
  • Special Screenings £6.30 (including booking fees)
A man in front of a class room chalk board stands next to a penguin sat on a wooden desk

For screenings after Thursday 1 May, priority booking opens to Members on Thursday 17 April at 10am. Tickets will go on general sale on Tuesday 22 April at 10am

Starring Oscar nominee Steve Coogan, this poignant dramedy from director Peter Cattaneo follows an Englishman’s personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin.

Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.

Please note the screening on Thursday 8 May is part of our Ageing Creatively Cinema Club for those aged 55+. You can pre-book your sandwich on the drop-down menu at checkout.

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Duration: 112 mins

Director: Peter Cattaneo 

Starring: Steve Coogan, Björn Gustafsson, David Herrero

UK, 2024

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