Never Cry Wolf

Never Cry Wolf

They thought he couldn't do the job. That's why they chose him.

PG 1983 · 105 min · ★ 7.0 · Adventure, Drama, Action

A scientific researcher, sent on a government study: The Lupus Project, must investigate the possible "menace" of wolves in the north. To do so, he must survive in the wilderness for six months on his own. In the course of these events, he learns about the true beneficial and positive nature of the wolf species.

Directed by Carroll Ballard · Written by Richard Kletter

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