Born to Be Wild
“What do you do when your best friend's a 400-pound gorilla? Anything she likes.”
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Rick Heller is a juvenile delinquent who keeps getting himself into trouble. To keep him out of trouble his mother puts him to work cleaning the cage of a gorilla named Katie which she is teaching to communicate through the use of sign language. When the owner of the gorilla takes her back to become a flea market freak Rick takes it upon himself to break Katie out and take her on an adventurous journey to get her out of the country.
Cast
Wil Horneff
as Rick Heller
Helen Shaver
as Margaret Heller
John C. McGinley
as Max Carr
Jean Marie Barnwell
as Lacey Carr
Peter Boyle
as Gus Charnley
Leif Tilden
as Katie The Gorilla
Gregory Itzin
as Walter Mallinson
Titus Welliver
as Sergeant Bo Markle
Thomas F. Wilson
as Det. Lou Greenberg (as Tom Wilson)
Marvin J. McIntyre
as Bob the Paramedic
Alan Ruck
as Dan Woodley
Janet Carroll
as Judge Billings
John Procaccino
as Ed Price
Obba Babatundé
as Interpreter
David Wingert
as Gary James
John Pleshette
as Donald Carr
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Stream Born to Be Wild online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about drama and family movie originally produced in English and released in 1995, it's earned a solid 5.3/10 from 44 viewers worldwide.
About Born to Be Wild
“What do you do when your best friend's a 400-pound gorilla? Anything she likes.”
Rick Heller is a juvenile delinquent who keeps getting himself into trouble. To keep him out of trouble his mother puts him to work cleaning the cage of a gorilla named Katie which she is teaching to communicate through the use of sign language. When the owner of the gorilla takes her back to become a flea market freak Rick takes it upon himself to break Katie out and take her on an adventurous journey to get her out of the country. Running 100 minutes.
Born to Be Wild Cast and Characters
The cast features Wil Horneff (as Rick Heller), Helen Shaver (as Margaret Heller), John C. McGinley (as Max Carr), Jean Marie Barnwell (as Lacey Carr), and Peter Boyle (as Gus Charnley). Their performances are a major reason Born to Be Wild has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Born to Be Wild NowWhy People Are Watching Born to Be Wild
Born to Be Wild flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Born to Be Wild
Where can I watch Born to Be Wild online for free?
You can watch Born to Be Wild online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Born to Be Wild?
Born to Be Wild runs for 100 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is Born to Be Wild good? What's the rating?
Born to Be Wild holds a 5.3/10 rating based on 44 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Born to Be Wild?
The main cast includes Wil Horneff, Helen Shaver, John C. McGinley, and Jean Marie Barnwell, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Born to Be Wild available in English?
Yes — Born to Be Wild was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Born to Be Wild released?
Born to Be Wild was released in 1995.
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What is Born to Be Wild about?
Born to Be Wild is a Drama/Family English-language film. Rick Heller is a juvenile delinquent who keeps getting himself into trouble. To keep him out of trouble his mother puts him to work cleaning the cage of a gorilla named Katie which she is teaching to communicate through the use of sign language. When the owner of the gorilla takes her back to become a flea market freak Rick takes it upon himself to break Katie out and take her on an adventurous journey to get her out of the country.
When was Born to Be Wild released?
Born to Be Wild was released on March 31, 1995. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. The film was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures.
Who stars in Born to Be Wild?
Born to Be Wild stars Wil Horneff, Helen Shaver, John C. McGinley and Jean Marie Barnwell. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Born to Be Wild available in HD?
Yes, Born to Be Wild is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.