

Jonathan Livingston Seagull
“Everyone's Book Is Now Everyone's Motion Picture”
Jonathan is sick and tired of the boring life in his seagull clan. He rather experiments with new, always more daring flying techniques. Since he doesn't fit in, the elders expel him from the clan. So he sets out to discover the world beyond the horizon in a quest for wisdom.
Where to watch Jonathan Livingston Seagull in United States
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Where is Jonathan Livingston Seagull streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video |
About Jonathan Livingston Seagull
Jonathan Livingston Seagull is a 1973 English-language drama and family film directed by Hall Bartlett. The cast is led by James Franciscus, Juliet Mills, Philip Ahn. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hoopla.
Jonathan Livingston Seagull was produced by Paramount Pictures and The Jonathan Company and made in United States of America. It was released on October 23, 1973, and carries a G certification. Made on a budget of about $2 million, it went on to gross $2 million worldwide.
- Director
- Hall Bartlett
- Writers
- Hall Bartlett
- Release date
- October 23, 1973
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $2 million
- Box office
- $2 million
- Production
- Paramount Pictures, The Jonathan Company
Jonathan Livingston Seagull cast & crew
Jonathan Livingston Seagull was directed by Hall Bartlett and written by Hall Bartlett.
The cast features James Franciscus as Jonathan Livingston Seagull (voice), Juliet Mills as Marina (voice), Philip Ahn as Chang (voice), David Ladd as Fletcher Lynd Seagull (voice), Dorothy McGuire as Mother (voice), and Richard Crenna as Father (voice).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Lee Holdridge, cinematography is by Jack Couffer, and it was produced by Hall Bartlett.
Is Jonathan Livingston Seagull worth watching?
Jonathan Livingston Seagull holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 64 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and family, Jonathan Livingston Seagull is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Jonathan Livingston Seagull
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Cast of Jonathan Livingston Seagull

James Franciscus
Jonathan Livingston Seagull (voice)

Juliet Mills
Marina (voice)

Philip Ahn
Chang (voice)

David Ladd
Fletcher Lynd Seagull (voice)

Dorothy McGuire
Mother (voice)

Richard Crenna
Father (voice)
Kelly Harmon
Kimmy (voice)

Hal Holbrook
Elder (voice)
Jonathan Livingston Seagull — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Jonathan Livingston Seagull in United States?
Jonathan Livingston Seagull is streaming on Hoopla in United States.
▸Is Jonathan Livingston Seagull on Hoopla?
Yes — Jonathan Livingston Seagull is currently available on Hoopla in United States.
▸What language is Jonathan Livingston Seagull in?
Jonathan Livingston Seagull is originally in English, with audio tracks including Hungarian, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Jonathan Livingston Seagull?
Jonathan Livingston Seagull runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).
▸What is Jonathan Livingston Seagull rated?
Jonathan Livingston Seagull is rated G. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 64 ratings.











