The Shepherd and the Bear (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2025, The Shepherd and the Bear is a documentary film directed by Max Keegan, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. High in the French Pyrenees, the reintroduction of wild bears in a traditional shepherding community provokes deep conflict. An aging shepherd struggles to find a successor as bears prey on his flock, and a teenage boy becomes obsessed with tracking the bear.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Shepherd and the Bear sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shepherd and the Bear page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shepherd and the Bear (2025)?
- In US, The Shepherd and the Bear is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Shepherd and the Bear worth watching?
- The Shepherd and the Bear holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Shepherd and the Bear released?
- The Shepherd and the Bear was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.