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Based on a true story, The Bears and I follows the adventures of Bob Leslie as he embarks on a challenging new life in the vast Canadian wilderness. When he suddenly finds himself in charge of three mischievous bear cubs, Bob encounters unexpected resentment from members of the local tribe. Their beliefs are straightforward: Bears are sacred creatures and must be allowed to roam free. With the feud approaching dangerous proportions, the mystical powers of a revered elder are called upon in a last, desperate attempt to restore peace. Contains tobacco depictions. This program is presented as originally created. It may contain outdated cultural depictions.
Original Release
07/31/1974
US Release
07/31/1974
Cast
Name | Character |
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Patrick Wayne | Bob Leslie |
Chief Dan George | Chief Peter A-Tas-Ka-Nay |
Andrew Duggan | Commissioner Gaines |
Michael Ansara | Oliver Red Fern |
Valentin de Vargas | Sam Eagle Speaker |
Hal Baylor | Foreman / Foremen |
Peter Borkent | Construction Worker |
Ronald Hanmer | John McCarten / John McCaten |
Directors
Writers
John Whedon, Robert Franklin Leslie, Jack Speirs
Cast
Name | Character |
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Patrick Wayne | Bob Leslie |
Chief Dan George | Chief Peter A-Tas-Ka-Nay |
Andrew Duggan | Commissioner Gaines |
Michael Ansara | Oliver Red Fern |
Valentin de Vargas | Sam Eagle Speaker |
Hal Baylor | Foreman / Foremen |
Peter Borkent | Construction Worker |
Ronald Hanmer | John McCarten / John McCaten |
Producers
Name | Role |
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Winston Hibler | Producer |