Keiko the Untold Story of the Star of Free Willy

Fans of Keiko, the beloved star of Free Willy, finally uncover the true story behind his groundbreaking journey as the first and only captive orca to be successfully returned to the wild. Despite being an unlikely candidate for release due to his extended time in captivity, Keiko flourished for more than five years in his natural habitat. During his rehabilitation, he gained over 3,000 pounds, interacted with wild orcas, swam across the North Atlantic, and ultimately lived out his days as a middle-aged orca. This remarkable tale of Keiko’s successful transition from captivity to freedom invites you to join his legacy by supporting the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of other whales and dolphins still held in captivity.