Movie

The Wild and the Free

“They Must Be Saved!”

★ 6.5(2)19801h 40m

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Good to know

Director: James Hill
Release date: 1980-11-26
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Marble Arch Productions

About The Wild and the Free

The Wild and the Free is a 1980 movie in the TV Movie, Comedy and Adventure genres, directed by James Hill, starring Granville Van Dusen, Linda Gray and Frank Logan. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Wild and the Free in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Two scientists involved in chimpanzee research -- one maintaining that the animals should be kept in their native habitat in Africa without human interference, the other trying to train them in sign language in a domesticated atmosphere -- join forces when they learn that the government plans to cut off the language grant and use the chimps for radiation research.

Cast

Granville Van Dusen

Dr. Rafelson

Linda Gray

Linda Davenport

Frank Logan

Serre

Raymond Forchion

Habibu

Sharon Anderson

Lakelea

Bill Gribble

Peter

Joan Murphy

Rose Bower

Bruce McLaughlin

Dean Anderson

Fred Buch

Palmer

Walter Zukovski

Walter O'Neill

Jack McDermott

Barton

Shelley Spurlock

Secretary

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Wild and the Free in Mexico?+

The Wild and the Free is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Wild and the Free on Netflix?+

The Wild and the Free is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Wild and the Free?+

The Wild and the Free has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in The Wild and the Free?+

The Wild and the Free stars Granville Van Dusen, Linda Gray, Frank Logan, Raymond Forchion and Sharon Anderson.

When did The Wild and the Free come out?+

The Wild and the Free is a 1980 movie directed by James Hill.

What genre is The Wild and the Free?+

The Wild and the Free is TV Movie, Comedy and Adventure film.

Who directed The Wild and the Free?+

The Wild and the Free was directed by James Hill.