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Cheetah

1989·Movie·G·83 min·6.2(43)

An American boy and girl, spending six months in Kenya with their scientist parents adopt a cheetah, only to realize that they must set it loose so that it can learn to hunt and be free. However, when the animal is captured by poachers planning to race it against greyhounds, the two city kids, together with a young African goat herder they befriended, head off into the wild to rescue the cheetah.

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Where to watch Cheetah in United States

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Where is Cheetah streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesDisney PlusAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaDisney PlusApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaDisney PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video
FranceApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
BrazilDisney Plus

About Cheetah

Cheetah is a 1989 English-language drama and family film directed by Jeff Blyth. The cast is led by Keith Coogan, Lucy Deakins, Timothy Landfield. It has a runtime of 1h 23m. In United States, it is currently streaming on Disney Plus.

Cheetah was produced by Walt Disney Pictures and Silver Screen Partners III and made in United States of America. It was released on August 18, 1989, and carries a G certification. Made on a budget of about $5 million, it went on to gross $8 million worldwide.

Director
Jeff Blyth
Release date
August 18, 1989
Original language
English
Age rating
G
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$5 million
Box office
$8 million
Production
Walt Disney Pictures, Silver Screen Partners III
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Cheetah cast & crew

Cheetah was directed by Jeff Blyth.

The cast features Keith Coogan as Ted, Lucy Deakins as Susan, Timothy Landfield as Earl Johnson, Colin Mothupi as Morogo, Breon Gorman as Jean Johnson, and Ka Vundla as Kipoin.

Is Cheetah worth watching?

At 1h 23m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama and family, Cheetah is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Cheetah

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Cast of Cheetah

Keith Coogan

Keith Coogan

Ted

Lucy Deakins

Lucy Deakins

Susan

Timothy Landfield

Timothy Landfield

Earl Johnson

Colin Mothupi

Colin Mothupi

Morogo

Breon Gorman

Breon Gorman

Jean Johnson

Ka Vundla

Ka Vundla

Kipoin

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Lydia Kigada

Lani

Kuldeep Bhakoo

Kuldeep Bhakoo

Patel

Michael Rogers

Michael Rogers

Racetrack Policeman (voice)

Cheetah — FAQs

Where can I watch Cheetah in United States?

Cheetah is streaming on Disney Plus in United States.

Is Cheetah on Disney Plus?

Yes — Cheetah is currently available on Disney Plus in United States.

What language is Cheetah in?

Cheetah is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Cheetah?

Cheetah runs 1 hours 23 minutes (83 minutes).

What is Cheetah rated?

Cheetah is rated G. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 43 ratings.

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