Jungle Cat
1960 · James Algar
At a glance
Jungle Cat is a 1960 American documentary film written and directed by James Algar. Running 70 minutes, it chronicles the life of a female jaguar in the South American jungle. The film belongs to the documentary and animals documentary genres and is listed under nature. Produced by Ben Sharpsteen and Walt Disney, it was made by The Walt Disney Company. Jungle Cat was released on August 10, 1960, and was the final film in Walt Disney Productions’ True-Life Adventures documentary feature series. Its animal focus and clear subject make it a choice for viewers interested in wildlife documentaries, especially films centered on a jaguar and its life in the jungle. The film is in English.
Who it is for
Jungle Cat suits viewers interested in nature and animal documentaries, particularly those drawn to jaguars. Its 70-minute runtime may also suit viewers looking for a feature-length documentary with a defined wildlife subject.
What is good
- Chronicles the life of a female jaguar
- Set in the South American jungle
- Has a 70-minute runtime
- Written and directed by James Algar
What to know first
- Released in 1960
Verdict
Jungle Cat focuses on one female jaguar in the South American jungle. Its animal-centered subject and 70-minute length make it a straightforward choice for nature documentary viewers.
Details
- Year
- 1960wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Runtime
- 70 minwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Director
- James Algarwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Country
- United Stateswikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- IMDb
- tt0053977wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
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Sources
- wikidata.org/wiki/Q3223532· checked 3 Oct 2026
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jungle_Cat_(film)· checked 2 Oct 2026