The Wild

Synopsis

In the animated adventure film The Wild, Kiefer Sutherland voices the character of Samson, a lion who leads a group of zoo animals on a wild journey through New York City. Chaos ensues when Samson's son, Ryan, is accidentally shipped off to the wild and the fearless lion must rally his friends to embark on a daring rescue mission. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and learn valuable lessons about friendship and teamwork. The Wild is a heartwarming tale of courage, loyalty, and the unbreakable bond between father and son.

Cast

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  Kiefer Sutherland

  Samson (voice)

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  Jim Belushi

  Benny (voice)

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  Eddie Izzard

  Nigel (voice)

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  Janeane Garofalo

  Bridget (voice)

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  William Shatner

  Kazar (voice)

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  Richard Kind

  Larry (voice)

Reviews

The Wild received mixed reviews from critics upon its release in 2006. While some praised the film's vibrant animation and engaging voice performances, others criticized its formulaic plot and lack of originality. Rotten Tomatoes gave The Wild a rating of 50%, with the consensus stating, "The Wild delivers a few laughs but little of the energy, emotion, or wit of other computer-animated films." Metacritic assigned the film a score of 47 out of 100, indicating mixed or average reviews. IMDb users rated The Wild 5.2 out of 10, citing its predictable storyline and mediocre script. Despite these criticisms, the film still managed to capture the hearts of younger audiences with its endearing characters and action-packed sequences.