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A drifter’s return to his Texas hometown reignites old gang vendettas and buried family secrets.

BORN WILD

He came home to bury a friend. The past refused to stay dead.

2012 · 1h 45m · R · Action / Drama · IMDB TMDB

CJ spent half his life outrunning Banshee. One funeral brings him back to the gang that wants revenge—and the family secrets waiting beneath the town’s welcome.

Quick Answer

What is Born Wild about?

Born Wild is a 2012 American action drama film directed by Dustin Rikert about a former biker who, after serving time for killing a gang member in self-defense, returns home to face his old gang and unresolved family issues.

Programmer's Pick

Born Wild doesn’t just dabble in the outlaw biker mythos—it gets its hands greasy with revenge and broken families. Expect campfires, guitars, and enough small-town corruption to keep your boots tapping.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Born Wild sets its boots down in the dusty heart of Texas, where CJ—a drifter hardened by five years in prison for killing a fellow biker in self-defense—returns to his hometown only to find his past waiting with open wounds. The death of an old friend forces CJ to confront not only his vengeful former gang but also an estranged father and a love left behind. As CJ navigates the dangerous terrain of old loyalties and family secrets, the film delivers a cocktail of biker outlaw drama and small-town reckoning. With themes of betrayal, vengeance, and redemption, Born Wild is an independent action drama that blends the grit of bikersploitation with a story about the scars of the past.

Details & Specs

Director
Dustin Rikert
Release
2012
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Action, Drama
Also Known As
Thriftstore Cowboy

Why Cult

Biker Revenge Drama

Ride along as a released convict faces off with his old gang, blending action with a gritty sense of betrayal.

Family Secrets Unraveled

An estranged father-son relationship and buried hometown secrets add layers to the classic outlaw formula.

Bikersploitation Vibe

Fans of low-budget, cult biker films will relish the mix of motorcycles, outlaw gangs, and urban cowboy grit.

Campfire & Guitar Moments

Between the violence and vendettas, expect quieter scenes with music, campfires, and Texas nights.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Born Wild released? +

Born Wild was released in 2012.

Who directed Born Wild? +

Dustin Rikert directed Born Wild.

How long is Born Wild? +

Born Wild has a runtime of 105 minutes.

What genre is Born Wild? +

Born Wild is an action drama film.

Where can I watch Born Wild? +

Born Wild is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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