Balto

1995, Kids & family/Animation, 1h 17m

24 Reviews 50,000+ Ratings

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Balto is a well-meaning adventure with spirited animation, but mushy sentimentality and bland characterization keeps it at paw's length from more sophisticated family fare. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

In this animated feature, a deadly diphtheria epidemic strikes the remote town of Nome, Alaska. With the life-saving medicine located hundreds of miles away, the residents decide to send out a sled-dog team. Balto (Kevin Bacon) -- a half-wolf dog ignored by all except a goose, Boris (Bob Hoskins), and two polar bears -- is chosen to run but is disqualified by lead dog Steele (Jim Cummings). When the other dogs get lost in the snow, Balto risks his life to rescue them and deliver the medicine.

Rating:

G
Genre:

Kids & family, Animation, Adventure
Original Language:

English
Director:

Simon Wells
Producer:

Steve Hickner
Writer:

Elana Lesser, Cliff Ruby, Roger S.H. Schulman
Release Date (Streaming):

Aug 22, 2006
Box Office (Gross USA):

$11.2M
Runtime:

1h 17m
Production Co:

Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment
Sound Mix:

Surround

Cast & Crew

Miriam Margolyes
Grandma Rosy, Extra Voices
Voice

Lola Bates-Campbell
Granddaughter
Voice

Kevin Bacon
Balto
Voice

Bob Hoskins
Boris the Goose
Voice

Bridget Fonda
Jenna
Voice

Jim Cummings
Steele the Sled Dog
Voice

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