Penguin Highway (2018)

Kernel Score: 77% · 248 ratings · Rated PG

Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy

Released: 2018-08-17

Runtime: 118 minutes

Where to watch Penguin Highway

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

A fourth-grader investigates the mysterious reason behind the sudden appearance of penguins in his village, which is somehow related to a power from a young woman working at a dental clinic.

Penguin Highway parents' guide: ages 6+

Parents need to know that Penguin Highway is a PG-rated Japanese animated fantasy about a boy investigating mysterious penguins in his town.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Hiroyasu Ishida

Cast

Penguin Highway FAQ

Is Penguin Highway good?

Penguin Highway has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 248 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Penguin Highway?

In the US you can stream Penguin Highway on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV and YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.

Is Penguin Highway OK for kids?

Penguin Highway is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Penguin Highway is a PG-rated Japanese animated fantasy about a boy investigating mysterious penguins in his town.

What movies are like Penguin Highway?

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