Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story
Twenty years ago, a young American hiker called Chris McCandless was discovered dead in an abandoned bus in the Alaskan tundra. His story became the subject of the best-selling book and film "Into the Wild." Now, PBS retraces Chris McCandless' actions in an attempt to piece together why he severed all links with his past, burned or gave away all of his money, changed his name, and entered the Denali Wilderness. McCandless' own letters, newly available, as well as new and fascinating interviews, delve into the mystery that remains at the core of a story that has become a staple of the American literary canon and continues to enthrall so many to this day.
Released: 2014-11-25