Pangolins, the small, scaly mammals found in Asia and Africa, may look unassuming, but they’re among the most poached and trafficked animals on the planet. In a new documentary coming April 21, Academy Award–winning director Pippa Ehrlich of My Octopus Teacher tells the story of one such pangolin in Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey.
The film follows a man who finds new purpose when he helps rescue a baby pangolin, Kulu, in a sting operation in South Africa. He leaves the city and embarks on a heartfelt mission to rehabilitate and prepare the vulnerable animal for a life of freedom in the wild. Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey offers a poignant exploration of the connection between humans and the creatures we share our world with.
The journey begins on Netflix on April 21, 2025.
Meet Kulu and get a glimpse of his story in the trailer at the top of the page.
