Movies and TvShows featuring "feral-child" theme.

Tarzan and Jane, with the help of talking animals, must overcome challenges in the jungle including a volcanic eruption and a treacherous villain.

In an alternate time-line, an Apatosaurus named Arlo must navigate the dangerous wilderness and overcome his fears to save his human friend, Spot.

In a future where mutants are nearly extinct, an elderly and weary Logan leads a quiet life. His healing powers are fading and he spends his days as a limo driver in a border town. But when a young mutant girl with extraordinary powers named Laura comes along, he is tasked with protecting her from dark forces who want to capture her. As they embark on a dangerous journey to reach a safe haven for mutants, Logan must confront his own demons and rediscover his purpose.

After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan forces him to flee the jungle, a man-cub named Mowgli embarks on a journey of self-discovery with the help of panther Bagheera and free-spirited bear Baloo. Along the way, he encounters various animals and faces challenges, including the pursuit of Shere Khan. With friendship and courage, Mowgli learns about himself and finds his place in the world.

When an orphan boy named Pete finds a dragon in the woods, he forms a close bond with the magical creature. Together, they embark on an adventure to protect their friendship and ensure the dragon's safety. However, they must face challenges and dangers along the way.

Tarzan, a man raised by gorillas, discovers his true identity as a human and must decide where he truly belongs.

Ashitaka embarks on a quest to find a cure for a curse and gets caught in a war between forest gods and a mining colony. He meets San, the Mononoke Hime, and the story explores the struggle between humanity and nature, without a clear villain, portraying darkness and hate in everyone. Ashitaka discovers the true cause of his curse and must face the consequences. The film highlights themes of environmentalism, prejudice, compassion, and moral ambiguity.

Bagheera the Panther and Baloo the Bear struggle to persuade a boy to leave the jungle and embrace human civilization. Mowgli, a feral child adopted by a wolf pack, has grown up in the jungle. However, his pack fears the presence of the man-hating tiger Shere Khan and decides to send Mowgli away for his safety. Bagheera takes on the responsibility of escorting Mowgli to a nearby man-village. Along their journey, Mowgli encounters various challenges and characters such as the hypnotic python Kaa, the carefree bear Baloo, and the orangutan King Louie. Ultimately, Mowgli must make a choice that will determine his future.

The Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli is a delightful animated TV show that tells the story of Mowgli, a feral boy raised by animals in the jungle. Mowgli, accompanied by his friends Baloo the bear, Bagheera the panther, and Kaa the python, goes on thrilling adventures, battles Shere Khan the tiger, and learns valuable life lessons along the way.

A couple takes in their nieces and discovers a supernatural spirit named Mama has become a part of their family. Mama, a former patient at a mental asylum, searches for her lost baby. The couple must protect their nieces from Mama's twisted presence.

11-year old Persia is an energetic, loyal and happy young girl who has grown up alongside the animals on the Serengeti plains of Africa. Twins Riki and Gaku Muroi and their grandfather, Gōken, bring Persia to Japan with them in Minato-machi, where she lives with a couple who own a grocery store. During an incident during the return flight to Japan, Persia finds herself in the "Lovely Dream", the land where dreams are born and grow. The Fairy Queen appears before Persia in the form of a butterfly, and explains that the Lovely Dream is in danger, requesting Persia's help. She gives Persia a magical golden headband with a star which reacts to the word "Papurikko". With it, Persia can conjure a magic baton which bridges her world and Lovely Dream, as well as transform into an older self by saying "Perukko Raburin Kurukuru Rinkuru". She is sent with three kappa back into the regular world with the mission of collecting love energy to thaw the frozen Lovely Dream.

In a post-apocalyptic Australian wasteland, a cynical drifter named Max agrees to help a small, gasoline-rich community escape a horde of bandits who are pillaging for fuel. Max must navigate the dangers of the wasteland and protect the community from the brutal gang.

The Legend of Tarzan is an action-packed animated TV show that follows the story of Tarzan as he navigates the dangers of the jungle. With the help of his animal friends and his superhuman abilities, Tarzan protects the jungle from various threats, including poachers and hostile animals. Along the way, he discovers hidden treasures, battles villains, and forms deep friendships.

Lawrence Talbot, an actor estranged from his family, returns home to find his brother mauled by a werewolf. He discovers his father's involvement and the truth about his mother's death. Lawrence is bitten by the werewolf and transforms into one himself. He escapes from an asylum, falls in love with Gwen, and battles his father in a final showdown. In the end, Lawrence is killed and Gwen has to save herself from the Wolf Man. The howl of a werewolf is heard as Talbot Hall burns.

George of the Jungle is a live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon, following the story of George, a lovable and clumsy hero with a heart of gold. Raised by animals in the jungle, George is unaware of the ways of the modern world, leading to hilarious encounters and mishaps. When he encounters an heiress named Ursula, George's life takes an unexpected turn as he is brought to San Francisco, California. As he struggles to adapt to city life, George must also face a dangerous plot against him and his animal friends. With slapstick comedy, unexpected twists, and heartwarming moments, George of the Jungle is a wild ride for the whole family.

Tarzan, having acclimated to life in London, is called back to his former home in the jungle to investigate the activities at a mining encampment. As a result of the Berlin Conference, the Congo is divided up between Belgium and the United Kingdom. The Belgian government is on the verge of bankruptcy, having gone into heavy debt to build a national railway and other infrastructure. King Leopold II of the Belgians decides to extract the Congo's mineral deposits, sending his envoy Léon Rom to secure the fabled diamonds of Opar. Rom's expedition is ambushed and massacred, with only Rom surviving. A tribal leader, Chief Mbonga, offers him the diamonds in exchange for Tarzan. In London, Tarzan, now known as John Clayton III, Lord Greystoke, is invited by King Leopold to visit the Congo and report on its development. An American envoy, George Washington Williams, reveals to him suspicions of the Congolese population being enslaved by the Belgians. Tarzan's wife Jane convinces him to accept the invitation, as she grew up in Africa. Tarzan, Jane, and Williams travel to the Congo and encounter a tribal village that recognizes them. Rom and his mercenaries attack the village, kidnapping Tarzan and Jane. Williams rescues Tarzan, and with the help of the tribe's warriors, they pursue Rom. Along the way, they intercept a Belgian military train carrying captured slaves and uncover King Leopold's plans to subdue the Congo and mine its wealth. Tarzan reconciles with the leader of his old tribe, battles Mbonga and his tribe, and saves Jane from Rom. They trigger a stampede of wildebeest to destroy a town and distract the soldiers, allowing Tarzan to rescue Jane and defeat Rom. Williams presents evidence exposing the slave trade in the Congo, and Tarzan and Jane settle in Africa.

A young boy living in a small village in Wales navigates the challenges of growing up in an orphanage. When he discovers a letter indicating the possible location of his father, he sets out on a journey that leads him to a seaside town. Along the way, he encounters various characters and experiences both heartache and joy. This touching film explores themes of family, resilience, and the power of love.

Tarzan (1966) follows the story of a feral child named Tarzan who was raised by chimpanzees in the jungle. He learns to swing on vines, communicate with animals, and becomes a superhero to protect the jungle and its inhabitants.

Mowgli, a feral child raised by wolves in the jungle, must leave his home and face the dangers of the human world. As he struggles to find his place, he encounters fear, danger, and paranoia. With the help of his animal friends, Mowgli must navigate the challenges of coming-of-age and survival.