Director: Steve 'Spaz' Williams
Actors: Kiefer Sutherland, Jim Belushi, Eddie Izzard
PlotIn the heart of New York City's Central Park Zoo, a young lion cub named Ryan dreams of adventure beyond the zoo's confines. Unlike his father Samson, who regales Ryan with stories of his supposed wild past, Ryan feels trapped and yearns for the open savannah. One night, in an attempt to prove himself, Ryan accidentally gets transported out of the zoo in a green box, ending up on a ship bound for Africa. Panicked and determined to find his son, Samson embarks on a daring rescue mission. Along with a quirky band of zoo animals—a sassy giraffe named Bridget, a dim-witted anaconda named Larry, a street-smart koala named Nigel, and a tough squirrel named Benny—they venture into the city and stow away on the same ship to save Ryan.
The group's journey is fraught with challenges and revelations, especially for Samson, who must confront the truth about his "wild" past. As they navigate the urban jungle of New York and the actual jungles of Africa, they encounter a host of wild animals and perilous situations that test their friendship and courage. The animals learn valuable lessons about self-reliance, bravery, and the bonds of family. Meanwhile, Ryan, far from home and in the midst of real danger, begins to understand the true meaning of being wild and the importance of home and family.
MoreWriters: Ed Decter, John J. Strauss, Mark Gibson
Release Date: 14 Apr 2006
Runtime: 82 min
Rating: G
Country: Canada, United States
Language: English, Russian
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The Wild offers delightful visuals & fun, though not Pixar-level, with slim extras; a must for kids or for its aesthetics.
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