Simon and the Spirit Bear(2002)
Simon and the Spirit Bear Synopsis
While most teens spend their days in a self-absorbed haze, Simon Jackson was out in the world connecting with anyone who could help him save the spirit bear. For this, Simon became one of Time's Heroes of the Planet. It's a remarkable accomplishment for one so young, and an inspiring story for lovers of wilderness of all ages. But his devotion to the cause made him an outcast amongst his peers.
Simon and the Spirit Bear (2002) is a documentary film directed by Lionel Goddard, released on December 1, 2002 with a runtime of 47m. It stars Nancy Sorel, Simon Jackson, Carol Ann Jackson and Clive Jackson.
- Director:
- Lionel Goddard
- Writers:
- Lionel Goddard, Maureen Palmer
- Cinematographer:
- Len Gildey
- Production:
- Alliance Atlantis, Canadian Television (CTV), AAC Fact, National Geographic
- Status:
- Released
Simon and the Spirit Bear Cast & Crew
Main cast
Nancy Sorel
as Self - Narrator (voice)
- Simon Jackson
Simon Jackson
as Self
- Carol Ann Jackson
Carol Ann Jackson
as Self - Simon's Mother
- Clive Jackson
Clive Jackson
as Self - Simon's Father
- Paul Paquet
Paul Paquet
as Self - Bear Biologist
- Tom Ellison
Tom Ellison
as Self - Ocean Light II
- Wayne McCrory
Wayne McCrory
as Self - Bear Biologist
- Kermit Ritland
Kermit Ritland
as Self - Zoologist
- Karen McAllister
Karen McAllister
as Self - Raincoast Conservation Society
- Ujjal Dosanjh
Ujjal Dosanjh
as Self - Premier of British Columbia (archive footage)
- Merran Smith
Merran Smith
as Self - Sierra Legal Defence Fund (archive footage)
- Catherine Stewart
Catherine Stewart
as Self - Greenpeace Canada (archive footage)
Key crew
Directed by Lionel Goddard, written by Lionel Goddard and Maureen Palmer.
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Simon and the Spirit Bear – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Simon and the Spirit Bear online?
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Who stars in Simon and the Spirit Bear?
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The main cast of Simon and the Spirit Bear (2002) includes Nancy Sorel, Simon Jackson, Carol Ann Jackson, Clive Jackson and Paul Paquet. The film was directed by Lionel Goddard. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Simon and the Spirit Bear released?
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Simon and the Spirit Bear was released on December 1, 2002 and runs for 47m.