Free Willy
"How far would you go for a friend?"
Storyline
When maladjusted orphan Jesse vandalizes a theme park, he is placed with foster parents and must work at the park to make amends. There he meets Willy, a young Orca whale who has been separated from his family. Sensing kinship, they form a bond and, with the help of kindly whale trainer Rae Lindley, develop a routine of tricks. However, greedy park owner Dial soon catches wind of the duo and makes plans to profit from them.
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$154M
Keywords
Production
Warner Bros. Pictures
Le Studio Canal+
Regency EnterprisesCast
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Free Willy released?+
Free Willy was released on July 16, 1993.
Who directed Free Willy?+
Free Willy was directed by Simon Wincer.
Who stars in Free Willy?+
The main cast of Free Willy includes Jason James Richter, Keiko, Lori Petty, August Schellenberg.
How long is Free Willy?+
Free Willy has a runtime of 1h 52m.
What genre is Free Willy?+
Free Willy is classified as Family, Adventure, Drama.
What is the rating of Free Willy?+
Free Willy has an average audience rating of 6.2 out of 10, based on 2,000 votes.
How to watch Free Willy online?+
Free Willy (1993) is not yet confirmed on a major streaming platform. Its OTT release and where to watch it online will be updated here as soon as streaming details are announced.
Is Free Willy available on any streaming platform?+
Free Willy is not available on streaming platforms yet. We track its OTT and streaming release, so check back for updates on where it will be available online.
What is the OTT release date of Free Willy?+
Free Willy had its theatrical/initial release on July 16, 1993. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
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