Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story
Synopsis
Twenty years ago, a young American hiker named Chris McCandless, the accomplished son of successful middle class parents, was found dead in an abandoned bus in the Alaskan wilderness and became the subject of the best-selling book and movie “Into the Wild.” Now, PBS retraces Chris McCandless’ steps to try to piece together why he severed all ties with his past, burnt or gave away all his money, changed his name and headed into the Denali Wilderness. McCandless' own letters, released for the first time, as well as new and surprising interviews, probe the mystery that still lies at the heart of a story that has become part of the American literary canon and compels so many to this day.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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RETURN TO THE WILD | Preview | PBSOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-11-23
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 25, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeanmarie Condon, Ann Johnson Prum
- Screenplay & Story
- Jeanmarie Condon, Ann Johnson Prum
- Original Title
- Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Lincoln Square Productions, PBS Productions, Coneflower Films Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeanmarie Condon, Ann Johnson Prum
Jeanmarie Condon, Ann Johnson Prum
Andrew Wegst
Paulo Bolivar, Niels Dachler, Karl Dawson
Jeanmarie Condon, Ann Johnson Prum
Department Leadership Roster
Jeanmarie Condon
Producer
Ann Johnson Prum
Producer
Jeanmarie Condon
Writer
Ann Johnson Prum
Writer
Jeanmarie Condon
Director
Ann Johnson Prum
Director
Andrew Wegst
Director of Photography
Paulo Bolivar
Editor
Niels Dachler
Editor
Karl Dawson
Editor
Joi S. De Leon
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story about?
Twenty years ago, a young American hiker named Chris McCandless, the accomplished son of successful middle class parents, was found dead in an abandoned bus in the Alaskan wilderness and became the subject of the best-selling book and movie “Into the Wild.” Now, PBS retraces Chris McCandless’ steps to try to piece together why he severed all ties with his past, burnt or gave away all his money, changed his name and headed into the Denali Wilderness. McCandless' own letters, released for the first time, as well as new and surprising interviews, probe the mystery that still lies at the heart of a story that has become part of the American literary canon and compels so many to this day.
Who directed Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story?
Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story was directed by Jeanmarie Condon, Ann Johnson Prum.
Who stars in Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story?
The principal cast of Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story includes Carine McCandless, Walt McCandless, Billie McCandless, Sean Penn, Wayne Westerberg.
When was Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story released and how long is it?
Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story?
Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).