The Call of the Wild

An exciting and panoramic adaptation of Jack London's 1903 classic adventure novel, set during the 1897 Klondike gold rush and filmed in Finland. John Thornton is a kindly prospector out to make it rich in the snow-covered Yukon. However, he must combat greedy rivals, bitter cold temperatures and other hazards at every turn. He receives invaluable help from Buck, a loyal German shepherd who was stolen from his home and turned into a working sled dog in Alaska. The man and the animal strike up a unique friendship as they travel through the wilderness. Contributors Director: Ken Annakin Star: Charlton Heston Michele Mercier George Eastman Maria Rohm Raymond Harmstorf Producer: Harry Alan Towers Writer: Harry Alan Towers Wyn Wells Peter Yeldham Cinematographer: John Cabrera Composer: Carlo Rustichelli Cinematographer: Dudley Lovell Story: Jack London Keywords: Theatrical Release, Animal Heroes, Animals, Wilderness, Adventure Home Search Cart Login Site Hosted by Buy Music Here. © 2000-2005, BMH Inc. US Patent No. 6, 799, 165. Patent Pending. Portions of content copyright 1948-2005, Muze Inc. All rights reserved.