Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
“In the classic tradition of Walt Disney Pictures comes a story about courage, adventure and friendship.”
Synopsis
Before the Seavers leave for a family vacation to San Francisco, they drop off their pets -- Chance, an adventurous American bulldog; Shadow, a wise golden retriever; and Sassy, a cautious cat -- at a friend's ranch. But when the animals start to worry that they've been left for good, the three embark together on a treacherous and thrilling journey to find their way back home through the California wilderness.
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Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993) - Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-11-29
Top Cast
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Michael J. Fox
Chance (voice)
Sally Field
Sassy (voice)
Don Ameche
Shadow (voice)
Kevin Chevalia
Jamie Seaver
Benj Thall
Peter Burnford
Veronica Lauren
Hope Burnford
Kim Greist
Laura Burnford-Seaver
Robert Hays
Bob Seaver
Jean Smart
Kate
Gary Taylor
Frank
Anne Christianson
Research Assistant
Ted D'Arms
Vet
Don Alder
Molly's Father
Ed Bernard
Desk Sergeant
William Phipps
Quentin
Frank Welker
Special Vocal Effects (voice)
Bart the Bear
Bear
Woody Eney
Forest Ranger 'Mark'
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 3, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 3, 2001
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$24M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$57.3M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
2.39x
+$33.3M net gain
Theatrical Status
Profitable
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Duwayne Dunham
- Screenplay & Story
- Caroline Thompson, Linda Woolverton
- Original Score
- Bruce Broughton
- Original Title
- Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Budget
- $24M
- Worldwide Gross
- $57.3M
- Production Studios
- Touchwood Pacific Partners 1, Walt Disney Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Duwayne Dunham
Caroline Thompson, Linda Woolverton, Sheila Burnford
Bruce Broughton
Reed Smoot
Jonathan P. Shaw
Franklin R. Levy, Jeffrey Chernov, Donald W. Ernst, Kirk Wise
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan P. Shaw
Editor
Reed Smoot
Director of Photography
Duwayne Dunham
Director
Bruce Broughton
Original Music Composer
Franklin R. Levy
Producer
Jeffrey Chernov
Producer
Caroline Thompson
Screenplay
Linda Woolverton
Screenplay
Roger Cain
Production Design
Karen Patch
Costume Design
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
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey about?
Before the Seavers leave for a family vacation to San Francisco, they drop off their pets -- Chance, an adventurous American bulldog; Shadow, a wise golden retriever; and Sassy, a cautious cat -- at a friend's ranch. But when the animals start to worry that they've been left for good, the three embark together on a treacherous and thrilling journey to find their way back home through the California wilderness.
Who directed Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey?
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey was directed by Duwayne Dunham.
Who stars in Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey?
The principal cast of Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey includes Michael J. Fox, Sally Field, Don Ameche, Kevin Chevalia, Benj Thall.
When was Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey released and how long is it?
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
What was the box office and production budget of Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey?
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey had a reported production budget of $24M and grossed $57.3M at the worldwide box office (2.39 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).
Who composed the musical score for Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey was composed by Bruce Broughton.
Is Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey based on a book or true story?
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Sheila Burnford".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey?
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: TP; GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).