Free Willy 3: The Rescue 1997
“A new friend. A new threat. A new adventure that will capture your heart.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 86 minutes
- Director
- Sam Pillsbury
- Networks
- Donner/Shuler-Donner Productions, Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros. Pictures
What is Free Willy 3: The Rescue?
Free Willy 3: The Rescue is a 1997 American family and adventure film directed by Sam Pillsbury, following the events of the previous two films in the franchise. The story centers on sixteen-year-old Jesse working on an orca-researching ship alongside Randolph and a sarcastic scientist named Drew, where he ultimately reunites with Willy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 86 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 6, 1997
- Studios
- Donner/Shuler-Donner Productions, Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Genres
- Family, Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
- Episode runtime
- ~86 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Donner/Shuler-Donner Productions, Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros. Pictures
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Overview
Free Willy 3: The Rescue is a 1997 American family and adventure film directed by Sam Pillsbury, following the events of the previous two films in the franchise. The story centers on sixteen-year-old Jesse working on an orca-researching ship alongside Randolph and a sarcastic scientist named Drew, where he ultimately reunites with Willy.
The film explores the conflict between whale researchers and illegal whalers led by captain John Wesley, whose young son Max secretly disapproves of his father's actions. It combines themes of environmental protection and personal growth as Jesse attempts to stop the illegal hunting of Willy in the Pacific Ocean.
Should you watch it?
“Sixteen-year-old Jesse reunites with Willy the whale while facing illegal whalers.”
- Willy the whale returns for a brand new adventure.
- Jesse is now sixteen and working on an orca-researching ship.
- Features returning characters like old friend Randolph.
- Willy and his family are threatened by illegal whalers making money off sushi.
Watch it if you want to see Jesse and Randolph protect Willy from ruthless whalers.
This 1997 American family and adventure film has a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes and is rated PG.
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Where can I stream or watch Free Willy 3: The Rescue?
The film is available to rent or buy on digital platforms.
Is Free Willy 3: The Rescue worth watching?
It offers a family adventure focusing on Jesse and Willy facing a new threat from illegal whalers.
What is the runtime of Free Willy 3: The Rescue?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Is this an episodic television show?
No, it is a feature-length film released in 1997 following Zachraňte Willyho! and Zachraňte Willyho 2.
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