Free Willy 3: The Rescue.

Name: Free Willy 3: The Rescue
Genre: Adventure, Family
Released: 1997-08-08
Duration: 82 min
Cast: Jason James Richter, August Schellenberg, Annie Corley, Vincent Berry, Patrick Kilpatrick

Protecting the whales means taking a stand.

Now working on a research boat, Jesse meets a boy whose father is involved in illegal whaling. Their friendship creates a chance to protect Willy's pod and challenge the hunt from within.

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Why it’s a little special

The series gives another young character a difficult moral choice while returning to its conservation themes.

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Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Whale hunting, weapons, animal injury and dangerous confrontations at sea. A child must oppose a parent; includes brief mild language.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Sam Pillsbury
Starring: Jason James Richter, August Schellenberg, Annie Corley, Vincent Berry, Patrick Kilpatrick, Tasha Simms, Peter LaCroix, Stephen E. Miller, Ian Tracey, Matthew Walker
Written by: Keith Walker, John Mattson
Produced by: Richard Donner, Arnon Milchan, Lauren Schuler Donner, Jennie Lew Tugend
Release date: August 8, 1997
Runtime: 82 minutes
Genre: Adventure, Family
Studio: Warner Bros.
Language: English

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