Wolverine: Origin (2013): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2013, Wolverine: Origin is an action, animation and science fiction film directed by Carl Upsdell, running about 71 minutes.

What it’s about. Wolverine is the best there is at what he does--although of course, what he does isn’t very nice. But long before he was a member of the X-Men, a tormented experiment of the Weapon X project, or even a savage bar brawler known as Logan, he was simply a young boy. What incredible forces created this man, the world’s greatest killing machine? For years, Wolverine has searched desperately for answers from his past, from the wilds of the Canadian wilderness to the teeming cities of Japan and beyond. And despite his perseverance and longing for the truth, he remains an enigma to himself and those around him. But, in this landmark event, Marvel reveals all: The birth and childhood of young James Howlett…the intriguing secrets of his family history…and the tragedy that changed everything. Welcome to the greatest story never told.

Who’s in it. Wolverine: Origin stars Kathleen Barr as Rose / Aunt Hazel / Agnes (voice), Michael Dobson as Old Man Howlett / Smitty / Billy / Cowboy / Beard Guy (voice), Brian Drummond as Thomas Logan (voice) and Alessandro Juliani as James Howlett / Constable #1 / Nobby / Brown Coat Guy (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Wolverine: Origin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $3.7K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wolverine: Origin page.

If you liked it. Fans of Wolverine: Origin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.