The jump scene in "Free Willy" was accomplished by strapping an animatronic whale to a rocket launcher. Director Simon Wincer recalled the process in a new interview with The Guardian. Lori Petty ...

FREE Willy has left a lasting legacy since hitting the box office in the 90s. The movie led the way for ending whale captivity after the world fell in love with young orphan Jesse and his quest to ...

We all remember that tear-jerking final scene in Free Willy, when the titular whale makes a big, inspiring jump to freedom. As with most Hollywood movie moments, however, the moment was far less ...

Free Willy was released on July 16, 1993. The poignant film became an instant hit as it followed a young boy's attempts to save a captive whale. Directed by Simon Wincer, the movie starred Jason ...

“Free Willy” was released 30 years ago. Almost immediately, the movie spurred a nationwide effort to free its real-life star, the killer whale Keiko, from a lonely life in a cramped tank.

AlamyWe all remember that tear-jerking final scene in Free Willy, when the titular whale makes a big, inspiring jump to freedom. As with most Hollywood movie moments, however, the moment was far less ...

'Free Willy' was released on July 16, 1993. See what the cast has been up to as the heartwarming film celebrates its 30th anniversary 'Free Willy' was released on July 16, 1993.