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Jonathan Livingston Seagull

1973·Movie·G·99 min·6.1(64)

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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.

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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
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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

James Franciscus

Jonathan Livingston Seagull (voice)

Juliet Mills

Juliet Mills

Marina (voice)

Philip Ahn

Philip Ahn

Chang (voice)

David Ladd

David Ladd

Fletcher Lynd Seagull (voice)

Dorothy McGuire

Dorothy McGuire

Mother (voice)

Richard Crenna

Richard Crenna

Father (voice)

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Kelly Harmon

Kimmy (voice)

Hal Holbrook

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.

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