Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

1993Movie84 minEnglish

Before the Seavers leave for a family vacation to San Francisco, they drop off their pets -- Chance, an adventurous American bulldog; Shadow, a wise golden retriever; and Sassy, a cautious cat -- at a friend's ranch. But when the animals start to worry that they've been left for good, the three embark together on a treacherous and thrilling journey to find their way back home through the California wilderness.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Google Users87%
Director: Duwayne DunhamGenres: Adventure, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

A devoted owner is forced to leave his beloved pets, Chance the American Bulldog and Shadow the Golden Retriever, along with their feline companion Sassy, behind when he goes on a trip to San Francisco. Believing they have been abandoned, the three animals embark on a perilous journey across the wilderness to reunite with their family. Facing natural dangers and the challenges of the wild, their incredible determination and the bond between them drive their quest for home.

Critical Reception

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey was a modest commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its heartwarming story, family-friendly appeal, and the voice performances of its animal leads. While some found it predictable, it resonated well with audiences for its emotional core and adventure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartwarming and emotional story about animal loyalty.
  • Appreciated for its family-friendly entertainment and adventurous elements.
  • Notable for the charming voice performances that bring the animal characters to life.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's heartwarming narrative and its ability to entertain the whole family. Many enjoyed the strong emotional connection established with the animal characters and the exciting adventure they undertook.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1963 Walt Disney film "The Incredible Journey".

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r96sk

r96sk

It improves on the original, that's all you want from a remake. I just about, marginally, liked the 1963 film, whereas I actually did comfortably enjoy <em>'Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey'</em>. The animals are as adorable in thi...