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Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way Tackles Dolphin Advocacy

Updated 2026-08-13 15:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Appian Way, the production company founded by Leonardo DiCaprio, is set to executive produce 'Freeing Flipper,' a documentary about Ric O’Barry's journey from dolphin trainer to animal rights activist. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.

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Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way Boards ‘Freeing Flipper’ Ahead Of TIFF Market, Story Of Dolphin Trainer Turned Activist Ric O’Barry

EXCLUSIVE: Appian Way, the production company founded by Leonardo DiCaprio, is signing on to executive produce Freeing Flipper, a documentary about Ric O’Barry, who went from dolphin trainer to becoming a fierce advocate for freeing all captive dolphins. Appian Way joins Dogwoof, Copper Island

2026-08-13 15:00 UTC