The Tiger Rising

Bridge to Terabithia tells the story of two children who create an imaginary world to escape their reality. Its themes of friendship and coping with loss are resonant with the emotional journey in The Tiger Rising.

Like The Tiger Rising, Because of Winn-Dixie centers on a lonely child who finds solace in an animal friend, in this case, a dog. Both films are based on books and explore themes of friendship and community in a Southern setting.

Shiloh is another heartwarming tale about a young boy who rescues and forms a deep bond with an abused dog. This movie echoes The Tiger Rising's themes of animal compassion and moral responsibility.