The Wild Country
The Wild Country

The Wild Country

1970Movie100 minEnglish

Uprooted from their comfortable home in Pennsylvania, James and Kate Tanner, along with their sons, Virgil and Andy, journey to the wild country of 1890s Wyoming to become farmers. Soon, they come face-to-face with tornadoes, bears and wolves. But through the hardships their love for each other endures, even when a local rancher sees the newcomers as "squatters" on his land, and will stop at nothing – including murder – to drive them out.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: James F. Collier•Genres: Family, Drama, Adventure

Plot Summary

A family moves from the city to a remote farm in the mountains after their father loses his job. They struggle to adapt to the harsh, isolated life and face challenges from nature and their own internal conflicts. The story follows their journey of survival, resilience, and discovering the meaning of home and family in the wilderness.

Critical Reception

The Wild Country was a modest Disney film primarily aimed at family audiences. It received generally positive reviews for its wholesome themes, scenic cinematography, and the performances of its cast, particularly the young actors portraying the children. While not a critical blockbuster, it was appreciated for its gentle storytelling and exploration of self-reliance and nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its beautiful natural scenery and depiction of the wilderness.
  • Appreciated for its family-friendly message about resilience and togetherness.
  • Some found the plot to be predictable and slow-paced.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older Disney film, but generally it's seen as a heartwarming, if somewhat dated, family adventure with positive messages.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various scenic areas of Utah, showcasing the rugged beauty of the American West.

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r96sk

It ends nicely enough, but everything up until that point is underwhelming. A lot happens in <em>'The Wild Country'</em>, most of which negatively affects the protagonists. Despite that, I never really felt connected to the story and/or ...