---
title: "Call of the Wild"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/call-of-the-wild-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 27906
imdb_id: "tt1192620"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 50
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Call of the Wild (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/call-of-the-wild-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Call of the Wild" (2009).
Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
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Length: 150-190 words.
Title: Call of the Wild (also known as Call of the Wild 3D, titled Buck in Australia and New Zealand).
Year: 2009.
Country/Genre: American 3D adventure drama film.
Release Date: 06/12/2009 (US).
Rating: PG.
Runtime: 1h 27m.
Cast: Christopher Lloyd, Timothy Bottoms, Veronica Cartwright, Christopher Dempsey, Joyce DeWitt, Aimee Teegarden, Ariel Gade, Devon Graye, Devon Iott, Kameron Knox, Russell Snyde.
Plot: Ten year old Ryann Hale (self-centered and status-conscious) journeys to Montana to visit her down-to-earth grandpa, Bill Hale. Ryann bonds with a wolf-dog, Buck, and schemes to save him from a cruel dogsledder.
Attempt 1 (Mental Outline): Call of the Wild is a 2009 American 3D adventure drama film. It was

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Icon Film Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Sky Store, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Richard Gabai
- **Networks / Studios**: Call of the Wild Productions, Braeburn Entertainment,  Check Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christopher Lloyd** as *'Grandpa' Bill Hale*
- **Ariel Gade** as *Ryann Hale*
- **Kameron Knox** as *Jack*
- **Timothy Bottoms** as *Heep*
- **Devon Graye** as *Ozz Heep*
- **Aimee Teegarden** as *Tracy*
- **Veronica Cartwright** as *Sheriff Taylor*
- **Wes Studi** as *Hatcher*
- **Jaleel White** as *Dr. Spencer*
- **Devon Iott** as *Marla*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Call of the Wild online?
Call of the Wild is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Call of the Wild worth watching?
Call of the Wild holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 50 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Call of the Wild and when was it released?
Call of the Wild is a feature film with a runtime of 87 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Call of the Wild?
Call of the Wild was directed by Richard Gabai.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Call of the Wild — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/27906)
- [Call of the Wild (2009 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Call_of_the_Wild_(2009_film))
- [Call of the Wild (2009) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/27906-call-of-the-wild/cast)
- [Call of the Wild (2009 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Call_of_the_Wild_(2009_film))
- [와일드 울프 - KMDb](https://www.kmdb.or.kr/main)

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