Zen for Nothing is streaming on Kino Film Collection in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Availability checked 23 June 2026.
Where to watch Zen for Nothing
🇨🇦 Canada
Good to know
- Director
- Werner Penzel
- Release date
- 2016-06-02
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Language
- German
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Switzerland
- Studio
- Werner Penzel Filmproduktion
Zen for Nothing — trailer
About Zen for Nothing
Zen for Nothing is a 2016 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Werner Penzel, starring Sabine Timoteo and Muho Nölke. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Zen for Nothing in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
Hidden in the wooded mountains on the west coast of Japan lies the small Zen monastery Antaiji. A young woman sets off to immerse herself through autumn, winter and spring in the adventures of monastic life. The young woman is Sabine Timoteo from Switzerland. The abbot of the monastery is Muho Noelke, born in Berlin. An interplay between the philosophy of the Japanese Zen master Kodo Sawaki and the surprises brought forth by everyday life.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Zen for Nothing in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Zen for Nothing on Kino Film Collection. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Is Zen for Nothing on Netflix?+
Zen for Nothing is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Kino Film Collection.
How long is Zen for Nothing?+
Zen for Nothing has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
Who stars in Zen for Nothing?+
Zen for Nothing stars Sabine Timoteo and Muho Nölke.
When did Zen for Nothing come out?+
Zen for Nothing is a 2016 movie directed by Werner Penzel.
What genre is Zen for Nothing?+
Zen for Nothing is Documentary film.
Who directed Zen for Nothing?+
Zen for Nothing was directed by Werner Penzel.
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