---
title: "Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mowgli-legend-of-the-jungle-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 407436
imdb_id: "tt2388771"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 2620
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mowgli-legend-of-the-jungle-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle" is a film based on the story of a human child. The child was raised by wolves and must face a particular threat. This threat is posed by a menacing tiger named Shere Khan. The child must also confront his own origins. The film presents a narrative centered around the child's interactions with the tiger and his own identity. The story revolves around the child's experiences with the wolf pack and the danger posed by Shere Khan. The film's plot explores the child's journey as he navigates his human and wolf environments. The narrative is driven by the child's encounters with Shere Khan and the implications of his human origins. The film's focus is on the child's struggles with his identity and the threat posed by the tiger. The story is set in a jungle environment where the child was raised by wolves.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young boy raised by wolves struggles to reconcile his human origins with his wild upbringing."

### Why Watch
- compelling character journey
- intense conflict

### Caveats & Content Note
- darker tone than traditional adaptations
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG-13 for sequences of action and violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, drama, gritty, atmospheric

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Andy Serkis
- **Networks / Studios**: The Imaginarium, Warner Bros. Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rohan Chand** as *Mowgli*
- **Christian Bale** as *Bagheera (voice)*
- **Cate Blanchett** as *Kaa (voice)*
- **Benedict Cumberbatch** as *Shere Khan (voice)*
- **Naomie Harris** as *Nisha (voice)*
- **Andy Serkis** as *Baloo (voice)*
- **Peter Mullan** as *Akela (voice)*
- **Jack Reynor** as *Brother Wolf (voice)*
- **Eddie Marsan** as *Vihaan (voice)*
- **Tom Hollander** as *Tabaqui (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
The story follows a human child raised by wolves who must confront a dangerous tiger and his own past.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on November 29, 2018.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-five minutes.

### Q: What genre is this film?
The film is categorized as adventure and drama.

### Q: Who is the main antagonist?
The main antagonist is a menacing tiger named Shere Khan.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*