The Bears and I.

Name: The Bears and I
Genre: Drama, Adventure, Family
Released: 1974-07-31
Duration: 89 min
Cast: Patrick Wayne, Dan George, Michael Ansara, Robert Pine, Andrew Duggan

Three cubs change his plans.

A veteran settles in the wilderness and takes responsibility for three orphaned bear cubs. His growing attachment to the animals becomes entangled with a dispute involving a local Indigenous community and development plans.

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Why it’s a little special

Wildlife photography anchors a reflective story about caring for animals and respecting the people who share their land.

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General audiences

US film rating

Animal peril, hunting, bereavement, and dated depictions of Indigenous people.

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BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Bernard McEveety
Starring: Patrick Wayne, Dan George, Michael Ansara, Robert Pine, Andrew Duggan
Written by: John Whedon
Produced by: Winston Hibler
Release date: July 31, 1974
Runtime: 89 minutes
Genre: Drama, Adventure, Family
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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