Watch The Second Jungle Book: Mowgli & Baloo
- PG
- 1997
- 1 hr 28 min
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4.5 (1,179)
Set in the lush jungles of India, "The Second Jungle Book: Mowgli & Baloo" is a whimsical adventure that follows the misadventures of a young boy named Mowgli (Jamie Williams) and his bear companion, Baloo (voiced by Billy Campbell). The film opens with Mowgli living in a small village outside the jungle, where he is being raised by a kindly woman named Messua (Julianne I^ihashi). One day, Mowgli catches the eye of Harrison (Roddy McDowall), a greedy circus owner who sees Mowgli's ability to communicate with animals as a lucrative opportunity. When Harrison steals Mowgli away from the village, Baloo comes to the rescue and takes Mowgli under his wing.
From here, the two unlikely companions embark on a adventure through the jungle, encountering a host of colorful characters along the way. They meet up with Bagheera (Jumanji's Sab Shimono), another friend of Mowgli's who is a panther, who helps the pair navigate the dangers of the jungle.
As Mowgli and Baloo continue their journey, they make friends with a tribe of mischievous monkeys, dodge the clutches of a menacing tiger named Shere Khan, and even team up with a compassionate human friend (Dyrk Ashton) who helps them in their quest to evade Harrison and his circus minions.
Despite the danger and threat of betrayal, Mowgli and Baloo are steadfast in their resolve to help and protect one another. Through their travels deep in the heart of the jungle, they both learn valuable lessons about trusting others, standing up for what is right, and the true meaning of friendship.
"The Second Jungle Book: Mowgli & Baloo" is a delightful family adventure that captures the magic of Rudyard Kipling's timeless tale. With its charming blend of humor, action, and heart, the film is sure to be a crowd-pleaser among audiences young and old.
The Second Jungle Book: Mowgli & Baloo is a 1997 adventure movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.5.
