The Wolf and the Lion (2021)
Kernel Score: 84% · 496 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Family, Adventure, Drama
Released: 2021-10-13
Runtime: 99 minutes
Where to watch The Wolf and the Lion
- Stream: Angel Studios
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, The CW
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
After her grandfather's death, 20-year-old Alma decides to go back to her childhood home - a little island in the heart of the majestic Canadian forest. Whilst there, she rescues two helpless cubs: a wolf and a lion. They forge an inseparable bond, but their world soon collapses as the forest ranger discovers the animals and takes them away. The two cub brothers must now embark on a treacherous journey across Canada to be reunited with one another and Alma once more.
The Wolf and the Lion parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that The Wolf and the Lion is a gentle family adventure about a young woman bonding with rescued animal cubs.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Gilles de Maistre
Cast
- Molly Kunz as Alma
- Graham Greene as Joe
- Charlie Carrick as Eli
- Derek Johns as Charles
- Rebecca Croll as Ysae
- Rhys Slack as Rapha
- Evan Buliung as Alan
- Daniel Brochu as Mitchell
- Victor Cornfoot as Jack
- Paula Costain as Doctor
The Wolf and the Lion FAQ
Is The Wolf and the Lion good?
The Wolf and the Lion has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 496 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Wolf and the Lion?
In the US you can stream The Wolf and the Lion on Angel Studios, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel and The CW and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Wolf and the Lion OK for kids?
The Wolf and the Lion is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that The Wolf and the Lion is a gentle family adventure about a young woman bonding with rescued animal cubs.
What movies are like The Wolf and the Lion?
If you liked The Wolf and the Lion, try Vicky and Her Mystery, Itinerary of a Spoiled Child, Kal Ho Naa Ho and C.R.A.Z.Y..