What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedSpirit Untamed
Elaine Bogan · Film · 2021
If you loved Spirit Untamed, start with Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (Kelly Asbury, 2002) — a film from the same story. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Spirit Untamed across media.
You loved the way Spirit Untamed explores the transformative power of deep, emotional bonds between humans and their animal companions.
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The source
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Kelly Asbury · Film · 2002
Books on the same thread
Untamed: Reese's Book Club
Glennon Doyle · Book · 2020
Shares a thread with Spirit Untamed: self-discovery.
If you connected with the journey toward personal liberation and self-discovery in Spirit Untamed, this memoir offers a powerful, real-world exploration of finding your own authentic path.
Guts
Raina Telgemeier · Book · 2019
Explores: childhood anxiety, overcoming phobias, emotional resilience.
Much like Lucky finds courage through her wild companion in Spirit Untamed, this story captures the internal struggle of overcoming deep-seated fears and finding resilience during childhood growth.
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: The Animated Story
Charlie Mackesy · Book
Explores: artistic process, philosophical reflection, kindness.
The dedication to artistic craft seen here mirrors the creative heart of Spirit Untamed, inviting you to appreciate the human connection and kindness behind the animated screen.
The Horse Whisperer
Nicholas Evans · Book · 1995
Shares a thread with Spirit Untamed: Self-Discovery.
This narrative mirrors the profound animal-human connection found in Spirit Untamed, focusing on the healing power that exists between a person and a horse during difficult times.
Series on the same thread
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic
Lauren Faust · Series · 2010
Shares 2 threads with Spirit Untamed: Friendship, Self-Discovery.
The emphasis on friendship and teamwork that drives the plot of Spirit Untamed is central to this series, which celebrates how bonds help us navigate life's lessons.
Primal
Genndy Tartakovsky · Series · 2019
Explores: Survival, Unlikely friendship, Human-animal bond.
While darker in tone, this show mirrors the core dynamic of Spirit Untamed by highlighting an unlikely, silent bond between a human and an animal for survival.
Centaurworld
Megan Nicole Dong · Series · 2021
Explores: Fish-out-of-water, Journey of self-discovery, War and trauma.
This series shares the fish-out-of-water spirit of Spirit Untamed, centering on a horse who must navigate a new world while forming meaningful friendships to find herself.
Steven Universe
Rebecca Sugar · Series · 2013
Shares 2 threads with Spirit Untamed: Friendship, Self-discovery.
If you enjoyed the themes of self-discovery and redemption in Spirit Untamed, this animated journey offers a deeply moving perspective on growing into your own unique identity.
Podcasts on the same thread
Hot Soul by Emskopf
Emely · Podcast
Explores: divine feminine, moon cycles, motherhood.
The focus on personal growth and self-love in this podcast aligns with the internal transformation Lucky experiences throughout her journey in the film Spirit Untamed.
Vento da Liberdade
Podcast
Shares a thread with Spirit Untamed: Self-Discovery.
This podcast provides a space for the self-discovery and emotional development that underpin the character arc of Lucky Prescott in the movie Spirit Untamed.
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Common questions
Is Spirit Untamed a direct sequel to Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron?
Spirit Untamed is not a direct sequel to the 2002 film Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron. While both films feature the character Spirit, Spirit Untamed follows the story of Lucky Prescott moving to a frontier town, establishing it as a separate narrative within the same franchise.
What order should I watch Spirit Untamed and Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron?
You can watch these films in any order. Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron was released in 2002, and Spirit Untamed arrived in 2021. Since they tell different stories about the wild mustang, watching one before the other is not required to understand the plot of either movie.
Does Spirit Untamed feature the same main character as Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron?
The mustang named Spirit appears in both films. However, the human protagonist in Spirit Untamed is Lucky Prescott, who befriends the horse after moving to a frontier town. This differs from the focus of the 2002 film Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, which centers on the horse's own journey.
How long is the movie Spirit Untamed?
Spirit Untamed, directed by Elaine Bogan, has a runtime of 88 minutes. This film follows Lucky Prescott as she adjusts to life in a frontier town and forms a bond with a wild mustang, providing a complete story within its runtime.