July 16 marks the 20th anniversary of the release of "Free Willy," the emotional family film which stole the hearts of viewers. Starring Jason James Richter as a young man who becomes friends with an Orca whale named Willy (played by famous whale Keiko), "Free Willy" brought in $77.69 million at the box office and was followed by two sequels: "Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home" and "Free Willy 3: The Rescue."
In celebration of the anniversary of "Free Willy," remember Keiko the Orca Whale and eight other famed animal actors.
Keiko the Orca Whale: Fans fell in love with Keiko when he starred in "Free Willy."
Buddy the Golden Retriever: Buddy starred as the family dog Comet in "Full House," as well as the athletic pup in the "Air Bud" movies.
Uggie the Jack Russell Terrier: A campaign was launched after Uggie starred in the Oscar-winning film "The Artist" to give the dog an Academy Award.
In celebration of the anniversary of "Free Willy," remember Keiko the Orca Whale and eight other famed animal actors.
Keiko the Orca Whale: Fans fell in love with Keiko when he starred in "Free Willy."
Buddy the Golden Retriever: Buddy starred as the family dog Comet in "Full House," as well as the athletic pup in the "Air Bud" movies.
Uggie the Jack Russell Terrier: A campaign was launched after Uggie starred in the Oscar-winning film "The Artist" to give the dog an Academy Award.
- 7/16/2013
- by Madeline Boardman
- Huffington Post
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