The Return of the Bears (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2019, The Return of the Bears is a documentary film directed by Jürgen Hansen.
What it’s about. For centuries, bears have been relentlessly hunted and exterminated in Europe. In recent years, reintroduction programs, initiated by the European Union in particular, have aimed to re-establish these mammals in their former habitat, such as the Pyrenees or northern Italy. But the return of the bears is not without consequences, and is generating opposition. Breeders fear material damage caused by the reintroduced animals and, although rare, attacks on humans have been recorded in the past. In other European countries, such as Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia, people have learned to live with bears over the centuries.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Return of the Bears sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Return of the Bears page.
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- Where can I watch The Return of the Bears (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Return of the Bears change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Return of the Bears worth watching?
- The Return of the Bears 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 Return of the Bears released?
- The Return of the Bears was released in 2019.