My Side of the Mountain
1969, English. Directed by James B. Clark.
A boy who dreams of leaving civilization.
Thirteen-year-old Sam Gribley, a devotee of Thoreau, decides to leave the city to spend a sabbatical in the Canadian woods and see if he can make it as a self-sufficient spirit after his parents promise a summer trip that doesn't pan out.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- James B. ClarkDirector
- Ted EcclesSam Gribley
- Theodore BikelBando
- Tudi WigginsMiss Turner
- Paul HébertHunter
- Cosette LeeApple Lady
- Ralph EndersbyBoy In Soda Fountain
- George AllanBoy In Soda Fountain
- Dan McIlraveyLittle Boy On Bus
- Frank PerryMr. Gribley
- Peggi LoderMrs. Gribley
- Tom HarveyDeer Poacher
- Larry ReynoldsDeer Poacher
Details
- Released
- 25 June 1969
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joanna Crawford, Jane Klove, Ted Sherdeman
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What My Side of the Mountain is based on
My Side of the Mountain is based on My Side of the Mountain (1959) by Jean Craighead George, published by Puffin Books.
1959
My Side of the Mountain
By Jean Craighead George
Published by Puffin Books
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My Side of the Mountain: quick answers
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How long is My Side of the Mountain?
My Side of the Mountain runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
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My Side of the Mountain parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
My Side of the Mountain is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is My Side of the Mountain on?
My Side of the Mountain isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like My Side of the Mountain?
If you liked My Side of the Mountain, try The Adventures of the Wilderness Family, The Call of the Wild, Benji.
Who directed My Side of the Mountain?
My Side of the Mountain (1969) was directed by James B. Clark and stars Ted Eccles, Theodore Bikel, Tudi Wiggins.
What is My Side of the Mountain based on?
My Side of the Mountain is based on My Side of the Mountain (1959) by Jean Craighead George, published by Puffin Books.