Movies like The Call of the Wild

Although it centers more on human spirit than animal connections, Into the Wild captures the essence of survival and the search for freedom in the Alaskan frontier, themes that resonate deeply with those found in The Call of the Wild.

This intense survival film depicts a group of oil rig workers, led by Liam Neeson, facing a pack of wolves in the Alaskan wilderness after their plane crashes. It's a more grown-up version of wilderness survival that audiences of The Call of the Wild may appreciate for its thematic depth and stark realism.

This inspiring Disney+ film recounts the true story of a man and his lead sled dog, Togo, as they embark on a treacherous journey across the Alaskan tundra to deliver a serum during a 1925 epidemic. The heartfelt partnership they share is akin to that in The Call of the Wild.

Though more family-oriented, Homeward Bound tells the tale of three pets on an adventurous trek across the Rocky Mountains, trying to reunite with their owners. It shares The Call of the Wild's theme of animal endurance and the loyal connection between pets and their owners.

This heartwarming adventure follows a guide who must leave his sled dogs behind in Antarctica due to an unexpected storm. The film, inspired by true events, showcases the dogs' incredible survival skills, paralleling the perseverance found in The Call of the Wild.

White Fang explores a similar theme of survival and the bond between man and animal in the harsh Alaskan wilderness. Based on Jack London's novel, it follows a young wolf-dog's journey as it encounters both the kindness and cruelty of humans.

This heartwarming story of a young man entering a dangerous sled dog race to save his family's farm captures the adventurous spirit and the human-dog bond themes of The Call of the Wild. Iron Will is a tribute to determination and the strength of the human spirit alongside loyal canine companions.