Jungle Book (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1990, Jungle Book is a family and animation film directed by Jim Simon, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. The infant Mowgli, separated from his family and lost in the jungle, is found and raised by the animals. Baloo the bear tries to teach Mowgli the ways of the jungle, but some of the other jungle animals have their own plans for the young man-cub!
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Jungle Book has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jungle Book page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jungle Book tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jungle Book (1990)?
- In US, Jungle Book is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Jungle Book worth watching?
- Jungle Book holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Jungle Book released?
- Jungle Book was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.