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Free Willy (1993)

English drama film directed by Simon Wincer

PGUS

Rated PG in the US

Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.

Runtime
1h 47m 107 min
Released
1993
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

Free Willy has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released in 1993. It is directed by Simon Wincer and stars Jason James Richter, Lori Petty and Jayne Atkinson.

Official trailer

Cast and crew

Director
Simon Wincer
Cinematography
Robbie Greenberg
Written by
Keith Walker
Produced by
Lauren Shuler Donner, Richard Donner, Arnon Milchan
Production
StudioCanal, Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros. Family Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures
Distribution
Warner Bros. Family Entertainment, Netflix, Warner Bros. Pictures

Box office, awards and more

Budget
$20 million
Award
Genesis Award
Set in
Portland
Filmed in
Ecola State Park, Oaks Amusement Park, Burnside Skatepark

Release and where to watch

In theatres
1993
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Can children watch it?

Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Free Willy?

Free Willy has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes, or 107 min.

When did Free Willy release?

Free Willy released in 1993.

Who directed Free Willy?

Free Willy is directed by Simon Wincer.

Who is in the cast of Free Willy?

The cast of Free Willy includes Jason James Richter, Lori Petty, Jayne Atkinson, August Schellenberg, Michael Madsen and Michael Ironside.

Where can I watch Free Willy online?

Free Willy streams on Netflix.

What is the budget of Free Willy?

The budget of Free Willy is reported as $20 million.

What is Free Willy rated in the US?

Free Willy is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.

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Updated 6 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.