The Bear
1998, English. Directed by Hilary Audus.
Friendships are always magical... some are downright miraculous!
A polar bear breaks out of his enclosure to bring a little girl's teddy bear back to her. While she cares for him, the bear takes her on a magical journey. Based on Raymond Briggs' best selling storybook, this enchanting animated tale is from the makers of The Snowman.
- Runtime
- 0h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 25 December 1998
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Hilary Audus, Joanna Harrison
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What The Bear is based on
The Bear is adapted from a novel.
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The Bear: quick answers
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How long is The Bear?
The Bear runs 26 minutes (0h 26m).
Does The Bear have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is The Bear on?
The Bear isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 25 December 1998. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Bear?
If you liked The Bear, try Niko and the Way to the Stars, We're Going on a Bear Hunt, My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie.
Who directed The Bear?
The Bear (1998) was directed by Hilary Audus and stars Charlotte Church, Peter Knapp, Philip Sheffield.
What is The Bear based on?
The Bear is adapted from a novel.