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Dolphin Tale

Rated PG for some mild thematic elements.

PG In Theaters 09/23/2011 , 113min.
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Plot & Details

'Dolphin Tale' is inspired by the amazing true story of a brave dolphin and the compassionate strangers who banded together to save her life. Swimming free, a young dolphin is caught in a crab trap, severely damaging her tail. She is rescued and transported to the Clearwater Marine Hospital, where she is named Winter. But her fight for survival has just begun. Without a tail, Winter's prognosis is dire. It will take the expertise of a dedicated marine biologist, the ingenuity of a brilliant prosthetics doctor, and the unwavering devotion of a young boy to bring about a groundbreaking miracle--a miracle that might not only save Winter but could also help scores of people around the world. The real Winter, who plays herself in 'Dolphin Tale,' today serves as a symbol of courage, perseverance and hope to millions of people--both able and disabled--who have been touched by her remarkable story of recovery and rehabilitation.
  • MPAA Rating: PG
  • Genre(s): Family
  • Run Time: 113min.
  • Theatrical Release Date: 09/23/2011
  • DVD Release Date: 12/20/2011
  • Status: In Theaters
  • Distributor(s): Alcon Entertainment, Warner Bros.
  • Director(s): Charles Martin Smith
  • Starring: Morgan Freeman , Ashley Judd , Harry Connick, Jr. , Nathan Gamble , Kris Kristofferson
  • Themes: Daring Rescues
  • Tone: Poignant,Inspiring
  • Keywords: boy,dolphin,friendship,prosthesis,rescue
  • Country of Origin: USA (09-23-2011),USA - 3D (09-23-2011)
  • Language: English