Mr. Forbush and the Penguins

The story

A self-absorbed young biologist takes on a six-month research post in Antarctica to study a penguin colony. Alone in Shackleton’s abandoned hut, with only radio contact and letters to his distant girlfriend, he endures the harsh winter and gradually forms a bond with the penguins—discovering resilience, humility, and a new sense of purpose.

Cast & crew

John HurtRichard Forbush

Hayley MillsTara St. John Luke

Dudley SuttonStarshot

Tony BrittonGeorge Dewport

Thorley WaltersMr. Forbush Sr.

Judy CampbellMrs. Forbush

Joss AcklandHead of Board

Avril AngersFanny

Cyril LuckhamTringham

Sally GeesonJackie

Brian OultonFood Store Assistant

Salmaan PeerzadaAhaz Khan