Huskies, with their striking appearance and playful nature, have become beloved characters in family films. This collection showcases ten heartwarming movies where huskies play pivotal roles, offering not just entertainment but also lessons in loyalty, friendship, and adventure. These films are perfect for family movie nights, providing joy and inspiration for viewers of all ages.

Iron Will (1994)
Description: A young man enters a dog sled race with his husky team to save his family's farm, showcasing the bond between the musher and his dogs.
Fact: The film was inspired by the 1917 dog sled race from Winnipeg to Saint Paul, Minnesota. The dogs were trained by professional mushers.


Balto (1995)
Description: An animated tale of Balto, a half-wolf, half-husky who leads a team to deliver medicine during a diphtheria outbreak in Nome, Alaska.
Fact: Balto was a real-life hero whose statue stands in Central Park, New York. The film was one of the first to use CGI for character animation.


The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
Description: Although not centered on huskies, the film includes a Siberian Husky named Gidget, who plays a significant role in the adventure of pets when their owners are away.
Fact: Gidget's character was inspired by the real-life dog of one of the film's writers.


Arctic Dogs (2019)
Description: An animated adventure where a husky named Swifty dreams of becoming a top dog, leading to a mission to save his town from an evil oil tycoon.
Fact: The film features voice acting by notable stars like Jeremy Renner and Alec Baldwin.


The Great Alaskan Race (2019)
Description: This film recounts the 1925 serum run to Nome, with huskies playing a crucial role in delivering life-saving medicine.
Fact: The movie was filmed in Alaska, using real sled dogs to ensure authenticity.


The Call of the Wild (2020)
Description: Based on Jack London's novel, this film features a CGI husky named Buck who experiences the wild and learns about his primal instincts.
Fact: The film uses advanced CGI to bring Buck to life, with Harrison Ford starring as his human companion.


Snow Dogs (2002)
Description: This film follows a Miami dentist who inherits a team of sled dogs, including a spirited husky, in Alaska. It's a tale of self-discovery and the bond between man and dog.
Fact: The film was inspired by the life of dog musher Gary Paulsen. The huskies in the movie were trained by professional mushers.


Eight Below (2006)
Description: Set in Antarctica, this film tells the story of a guide who must leave his sled dog team behind due to harsh weather conditions, focusing on their survival and eventual rescue.
Fact: The movie is loosely based on the true story of the 1958 Japanese expedition to Antarctica. The dogs were portrayed by real Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes.


The Snow Walker (2003)
Description: While not exclusively about huskies, this film features a pilot and an Inuit woman surviving in the Arctic with the help of sled dogs, including huskies.
Fact: The film was shot in the Canadian Arctic, providing a realistic backdrop for the survival story.


Togo (2019)
Description: Another film about the 1925 serum run, focusing on the lesser-known hero, Togo, a Siberian Husky who led the longest and most perilous leg of the journey.
Fact: Togo was actually the lead dog for the most treacherous part of the journey, covering 261 miles.
