Family Hunting Movies Collection

Description: Bambi's story includes scenes of hunting, which are pivotal to the narrative, teaching young viewers about the cycle of life in the forest and the impact of human activities on wildlife.

Fact: Bambi was the first Disney film where the title character did not appear until after the opening credits.

Description: This film adaptation of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings' novel involves a young boy's life in the Florida backwoods, where hunting plays a significant role in his coming of age story.

Fact: It was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Description: While not about hunting per se, this film involves animals navigating through the wilderness, encountering hunters and other dangers, making it a thrilling family adventure.

Fact: The film was remade in 1993 as "Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey."

Description: Though primarily known for its songs and characters, the film includes elements of hunting, especially in the character of Shere Khan, providing a backdrop of the natural hunting instincts in the jungle.

Fact: The film was the last animated feature to be personally supervised by Walt Disney.

Description: While not directly about hunting, this Disney classic explores themes of friendship, nature, and the hunting lifestyle through the relationship between a fox and a hunting dog. It's a poignant tale that resonates with families.

Fact: This was one of the last films to be personally overseen by Walt Disney's "Nine Old Men," the core animators of the studio.

Description: This French film, dubbed in English, tells the story of a bear cub's journey through the wilderness, encountering hunters along the way. It's a beautiful depiction of nature and survival.

Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Description: Although more intense, this film about two man-eating lions in Kenya can be appreciated by older children for its historical context and the theme of man versus nature.

Fact: The film is based on a true story from the late 19th century.

Description: Starring Anthony Hopkins, this film involves survival in the wilderness after a plane crash, with hunting as a central theme. It's suitable for older children and teens for its survivalist narrative.

Fact: The film was shot in Alberta, Canada, to replicate the Alaskan wilderness.

Description: This animated comedy follows Boog, a domesticated grizzly bear, and Elliot, a fast-talking mule deer, as they navigate the wild after being released into the forest. It's a perfect family film that showcases the fun and challenges of hunting from an animal's perspective.

Fact: The film was originally developed by Sony Pictures Animation but was later produced by Columbia Pictures. It also spawned a franchise with several sequels.

Description: This film, while more dramatic, explores themes of hunting and conservation through the story of a mercenary sent to find the last Tasmanian tiger, making it an educational watch for families interested in wildlife.

Fact: The film was shot in Tasmania, where the story is set, adding authenticity to its depiction of the environment.