Hooked Bear (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1956, Hooked Bear is an animation film directed by Jack Hannah, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Humphrey the bear isn't having much luck with his fishing; every time he catches some nice fish, he gets distracted and drops them. So he goes after the catches of the local anglers instead. But ranger Woodlore frowns on this, insisting the bear fish like one.
Who’s in it. Hooked Bear stars James MacDonald as Humphrey the Bear and Bill Thompson as Ranger J. Audubon Woodlore.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Hooked Bear has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hooked Bear page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hooked Bear tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hooked Bear (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hooked Bear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hooked Bear worth watching?
- Hooked Bear holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hooked Bear?
- Hooked Bear stars James MacDonald and Bill Thompson.
- When was Hooked Bear released?
- Hooked Bear was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.
