Nikki, Wild Dog of the North.

Name: Nikki, Wild Dog of the North
Genre: Adventure, Family
Released: 1961-07-12
Duration: 74 min
Cast: Jean Coutu, Emile Genest, Uriel Luft

A puppy's path through the north.

Separated from his owner in the Canadian wilderness, a young malamute must survive on his own. His encounters with wild animals and cruel people turn the journey back into a series of hard-won escapes.

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Why it’s a little special

A vintage wilderness film with real animal footage and an unusually strong emphasis on a dog's resourcefulness.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

General audiences

US film rating

Animal fights, trapping, cruelty, and dangerous wildlife encounters. Some animal-action scenes and dated portrayals of Indigenous people may warrant discussion.

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: Jack Couffer, Don Haldane
Starring: Jean Coutu, Emile Genest, Uriel Luft
Release date: July 12, 1961
Runtime: 74 minutes
Genre: Adventure, Family
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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