The Journey of Natty Gann
“The journey that made the impossible come true.”
Synopsis
America is in the depths of the Great Depression. Families drift apart when faraway jobs beckon. A courageous young girl confronts overwhelming odds when she embarks on a cross-country search for her father. During her odyssey, she forms a close bond with two diverse traveling companions: a magnificent, protective wolf, and a hardened drifter.
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The Journey of Natty Gann - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-07-12
Top Cast
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Meredith Salenger
Natty Gann
John Cusack
Harry
Ray Wise
Sol Gann
Lainie Kazan
Connie
Scatman Crothers
Sherman
Barry Miller
Parker
Verna Bloom
Farm Woman
Bruce M. Fischer
Charlie Linfield
John Finnegan
Logging Boss
Jack Rader
Employment Agent
Matthew Faison
Buzz
Jordan Pratt
Frankie
Zachary Ansley
Louie
Campbell Lane
Chicago Moderator
Max Trumpower
Chicago Worker
Doug MacLeod
Chicago Worker
Garry Chalk
Chicago Worker
Dwight McFee
Chicago Worker
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 27, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 1, 1986
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$9.7M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeremy Kagan
- Screenplay & Story
- Jeanne Rosenberg
- Original Score
- James Horner
- Original Title
- The Journey of Natty Gann
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Worldwide Gross
- $9.7M
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Pictures, Lobell/Bergman Productions, Silver Screen Partners II
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeremy Kagan
Jeanne Rosenberg
James Horner
Dick Bush
David Holden
Michael Lobell
Department Leadership Roster
Jeremy Kagan
Director
Michael Lobell
Producer
Dick Bush
Director of Photography
Jeanne Rosenberg
Screenplay
Paul Sylbert
Production Design
James Horner
Original Music Composer
Albert Wolsky
Costume Design
David Holden
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Journey of Natty Gann
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What is The Journey of Natty Gann about?
America is in the depths of the Great Depression. Families drift apart when faraway jobs beckon. A courageous young girl confronts overwhelming odds when she embarks on a cross-country search for her father. During her odyssey, she forms a close bond with two diverse traveling companions: a magnificent, protective wolf, and a hardened drifter.
Who directed The Journey of Natty Gann?
The Journey of Natty Gann was directed by Jeremy Kagan.
Who stars in The Journey of Natty Gann?
The principal cast of The Journey of Natty Gann includes Meredith Salenger, John Cusack, Ray Wise, Lainie Kazan, Scatman Crothers.
When was The Journey of Natty Gann released and how long is it?
The Journey of Natty Gann was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
How much did The Journey of Natty Gann make at the box office?
The Journey of Natty Gann grossed $9.7M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Journey of Natty Gann?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Journey of Natty Gann was composed by James Horner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Journey of Natty Gann?
The Journey of Natty Gann holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).