Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002)

Kernel Score: 87% · 4,834 ratings · Rated G

Genres: Animation, Adventure, Family, Drama, Western

Released: 2002-05-24

Runtime: 83 minutes

Is Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron worth watching?

Worth watching. A wild mustang is captured and fights to return to his herd, with a Hans Zimmer score and a mostly wordless hero. It looks lovely and is sincere, and kids and adults both enjoy it.

Watch it if you

  • like animal adventures
  • enjoy hand-drawn animation
  • want a family film with open-air scenery

Skip it if you

  • want comedy and songs from the characters
  • dislike earnest, simple stories

Best for: Family movie night

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron

  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

A captured mustang remains determined to return to his herd no matter what.

Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron parents' guide: all ages

Parents need to know that Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron is a G-rated animated adventure about a wild mustang's fight for freedom, including cavalry conflict.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Includes cavalry conflict and peril for the wild horse, though presented in family-friendly animated form.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron

If you liked Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • The Lion King (1994) — 94%: Epic animal story with grand scenery and music.
  • The Fox and the Hound (1981) — 80%: Moving animal friendship story with real emotional weight.
  • Tarzan (1999) — 85%: Hand-drawn adventure with strong music and a wild setting.
  • The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (2022) — 91%: Gentle, handsome animated tale about friendship and kindness.
  • Bambi (1942) — 78%: Classic animal coming-of-age story.
  • Balto (1995) — 84%: Animal adventure with a determined, brave hero.

Director

Kelly Asbury

Cast

  • Matt Damon as Spirit (voice)
  • James Cromwell as The Colonel (voice)
  • Daniel Studi as Little Creek (voice)
  • Chopper Bernet as Sgt. Adams (voice)
  • Jeff LeBeau as Murphy / Railroad Foreman (voice)
  • John Rubano as Soldier (voice)
  • Richard McGonagle as Bill (voice)
  • Matt Levin as Joe (voice)
  • Adam Paul as Pete (voice)
  • Robert Cait as Jake (voice)

Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron FAQ

Is Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron worth watching?

Worth watching. A wild mustang is captured and fights to return to his herd, with a Hans Zimmer score and a mostly wordless hero. It looks lovely and is sincere, and kids and adults both enjoy it.

Where can I watch Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron?

In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron OK for kids?

Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron is a G-rated animated adventure about a wild mustang's fight for freedom, including cavalry conflict.

What movies are like Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron?

If you liked Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, try The Lion King, The Fox and the Hound, Tarzan and The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.