Simon and the Spirit Bear
Synopsis
While most teens spend their days in a self-absorbed haze, Simon Jackson was out in the world connecting with anyone who could help him save the spirit bear. For this, Simon became one of Time's Heroes of the Planet. It's a remarkable accomplishment for one so young, and an inspiring story for lovers of wilderness of all ages. But his devotion to the cause made him an outcast amongst his peers.
Top Cast
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Nancy Sorel
Self - Narrator (voice)
Simon Jackson
Self
Carol Ann Jackson
Self - Simon's Mother
Clive Jackson
Self - Simon's Father
Paul Paquet
Self - Bear Biologist
Tom Ellison
Self - Ocean Light II
Wayne McCrory
Self - Bear Biologist
Kermit Ritland
Self - Zoologist
Karen McAllister
Self - Raincoast Conservation Society
Ujjal Dosanjh
Self - Premier of British Columbia (archive footage)
Merran Smith
Self - Sierra Legal Defence Fund (archive footage)
Catherine Stewart
Self - Greenpeace Canada (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lionel Goddard
- Screenplay & Story
- Lionel Goddard, Maureen Palmer
- Original Score
- Michael Richard Plowman
- Original Title
- Simon and the Spirit Bear
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 47m
- Production Studios
- Alliance Atlantis, Canadian Television (CTV), AAC Fact, National Geographic
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lionel Goddard
Lionel Goddard, Maureen Palmer
Michael Richard Plowman
Len Gildey
Al Flett
Andy Thomson
Department Leadership Roster
Lionel Goddard
Director
Lionel Goddard
Writer
Len Gildey
Director of Photography
Al Flett
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Simon and the Spirit Bear
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What is Simon and the Spirit Bear about?
While most teens spend their days in a self-absorbed haze, Simon Jackson was out in the world connecting with anyone who could help him save the spirit bear. For this, Simon became one of Time's Heroes of the Planet. It's a remarkable accomplishment for one so young, and an inspiring story for lovers of wilderness of all ages. But his devotion to the cause made him an outcast amongst his peers.
Who directed Simon and the Spirit Bear?
Simon and the Spirit Bear was directed by Lionel Goddard.
Who stars in Simon and the Spirit Bear?
The principal cast of Simon and the Spirit Bear includes Nancy Sorel, Simon Jackson, Carol Ann Jackson, Clive Jackson, Paul Paquet.
When was Simon and the Spirit Bear released and how long is it?
Simon and the Spirit Bear was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Simon and the Spirit Bear?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Simon and the Spirit Bear was composed by Michael Richard Plowman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Simon and the Spirit Bear?
Simon and the Spirit Bear holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).