P for Pelican (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1972, P for Pelican is a documentary film directed by Parviz Kimiavi, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. An old hermit lives in a slum and wants to teach the alphabet to the children who regularly go there to play. When a child proposes he use the word “Pelican” for the letter ‘P’, the hermit goes to the nearby park to see this animal he has never heard of.
Who’s in it. P for Pelican stars Mohammad Jazayeri Tabas as The hermit.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, P for Pelican has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch P for Pelican page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch P for Pelican (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for P for Pelican change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is P for Pelican worth watching?
- P for Pelican holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in P for Pelican?
- P for Pelican stars Mohammad Jazayeri Tabas.
- When was P for Pelican released?
- P for Pelican was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.