The Jungle Book
2016, English. Directed by Jon Favreau.
The legend comes to life.
After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli, a man-cub fostered by wolves, is forced to flee the jungle, and he embarks on a journey of self-discovery with the help of the panther, Bagheera, and the free-spirited bear, Baloo.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- UA
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 8,716 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Jungle Book
The Jungle Book is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jon FavreauDirector
- Neel SethiMowgli
- Bill MurrayBaloo (voice)
- Ben KingsleyBagheera (voice)
- Idris ElbaShere Khan (voice)
- Scarlett JohanssonKaa (voice)
- Christopher WalkenKing Louie (voice)
- Lupita Nyong'oRaksha (voice)
- Giancarlo EspositoAkela (voice)
- Garry ShandlingIkki (voice)
- Emjay AnthonyYoung Wolf #1 (voice)
- Brighton RoseGray (voice)
- Jon FavreauPygmy Hog (voice)
Details
- Released
- 8 April 2016
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Justin Marks
- Budget
- $175M
- Box office
- $967M
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What The Jungle Book is based on
The Jungle Book is based on The Jungle Book, an 1894 novel.
Novel · 1894
The Jungle Book
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The Jungle Book: quick answers
Is The Jungle Book worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 8,716 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Jungle Book?
The Jungle Book runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does The Jungle Book have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Jungle Book. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Jungle Book parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Jungle Book is rated UA in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Jungle Book on?
The Jungle Book is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Jungle Book?
If you liked The Jungle Book, try Pete's Dragon, Pinocchio, Dumbo.
Who directed The Jungle Book?
The Jungle Book (2016) was directed by Jon Favreau and stars Neel Sethi, Bill Murray, Ben Kingsley.
What is The Jungle Book based on?
The Jungle Book is based on The Jungle Book, an 1894 novel.