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Plot Summary:
A boy determined to save his father's failing private detective business enlists the help of his pet dog and parrot...who talk. Together they will try to take down the town's tyrannical tycoon who's determined to stop a mansion from being turned into an animal rescue.
IMDB Rating: 4.3
IMDB Votes: 618
Genere: Action, Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 86 min
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Sox: A Family's Best Friend (2013)
Plot Summary:
A new family is having difficulty adjusting, when an adorable dog comes into their life. Once his special powers are discovered, the local dog catcher and the (F.B.D.I) Federal Bureau of Dog Investigation will stop at nothing to get him.
IMDB Rating: 5.2
IMDB Votes: 102
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 85 min
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Summerdog (1977)
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In this heart-tugging kids movie, a vacationing family finds an abandoned mutt and kindly decide to name him Hobo and take him to their home in the big city. When their wicked landlord finds out about the pooch, he threatens to boot them out. Fortunately, Hobo helps to prove that the landlord isn't quite what he seems and manages to protect his newly adopted family.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 58
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
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Junkyard Dogs (2022)
Plot Summary:
Follows a dog who is a master escape artist, who must team up with his puppy pals to prevent their block from being robbed.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 116
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
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Blue's Big City Adventure (2022)
Plot Summary:
When Josh gets the opportunity of a lifetime to audition for Rainbow Puppy’s Broadway musical, Josh and Blue skidoo to NYC for the very first time where they meet new friends and discover the magic of music, dance, and following one’s dreams.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 707
Genere: Comedy, Family, Musical
Country: USA
Duration: 82 min
Plot tags: educational
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Bark Ranger (2015)
Plot Summary:
Two kids and their trusty dog, Ranger, stumble across a treasure map while playing in an abandoned ranger station. They set out on the adventure of a lifetime in search of a forgotten gold mine, but things take a turn for the worst when they come across a pair of bumbling crooks hiding out from the police.
IMDB Rating: 3.9
IMDB Votes: 184
Genere: Family
Country: USA, Canada
Duration: 90 min
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Doggie Tails, Vol. 1: Lucky's First Sleep-Over (2003)
Plot Summary:
It's Lucky's first night away from home and it's scary... Until her kennel friends show her that a little independence can be Big Doggie Fun!.
IMDB Rating: 5.4
IMDB Votes: 87
Genere: Short, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 32 min
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An Easter Bunny Puppy (2013)
Plot Summary:
A Mystery writer is not thrilled when she's assigned to write a children's book, "An Easter Bunny Puppy." Out of ideas, she asks her daughter for help. Meanwhile, her dog, RUSS, the narrator of the story, digs up a priceless Faberge egg buried in the woods and takes it home with him, unaware that he's trailing a thief who stole the egg.
IMDB Rating: 2.5
IMDB Votes: 189
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
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The Skateboard Kid (1993)
Plot Summary:
No one could be more bored than Zack, the new kid in town with no friends in sight. When a gang of hip, skateboarding thrashers start cruising his neighborhood, Zack hopes his luck will change. But they want nothing to do with him. Then Zack makes the discovery of his life: a talking wisecracking, magical skateboard. And suddenly, skateboarding rises to entirely new heights. Written by Concorde - New Horizons.
IMDB Rating: 2.8
IMDB Votes: 721
Genere: Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Country: USA
Duration: 83 min
Plot tags: independent film
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R.A.D.A.R.: The Adventures of the Bionic Dog (2023)
Plot Summary:
Gabe and Kylie hunt for lost pirate treasure, hoping to bring tourists to their sleepy Florida town — and save Gabe’s mom’s diner. When they find a precious sapphire, they’re helped by R.A.D.A.R., a clever dog who’s actually a robot! But the mad scientist who invented the treasure-hunting dog wants to steal him back — along with the town’s famous sapphire! Can Gabe and Kylie protect the dog, guard the jewel, and save the town?.
IMDB Rating: 4.9
IMDB Votes: 63
Genere: Adventure, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 85 min
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You Lucky Dog (1998)
Plot Summary:
A man leaves his fortune to his dog.
IMDB Rating: 4.6
IMDB Votes: 792
Genere: Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Mystery
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
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Dogtown 2 (2022)
Plot Summary:
It's election time in Dogtown and longtime Mayor Jack Russel has his nose fixed on a fourth term. But Barney Lockjaw plots to take over the junkyard. Will Dogtown stop Barney Lockjaws before it's too late? Find out in Dogtown 2.
IMDB Rating: 4.3
IMDB Votes: 42
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 62 min
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The Dog Who Saved Summer (2015)
Plot Summary:
When Zeus (Mario Lopez) accidentally destroys an important party, he gets sent to obedience school at the worst time! A trio of bumbling burglars is planning a heist. Can Zeus save the day?.
IMDB Rating: 4.5
IMDB Votes: 225
Genere: Family
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
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Pocket Ninjas (1997)
Plot Summary:
Somewhere in New Jersey, a group masked rollerblading children "save the universe" by training to fight the evil Cobra Khan through a series of action-packed montages. Along the way they hypothesize some slapstick hijinks in a balloon factory, and save the day through a hypothetical Sonic Virtual Reality battle. A real treat!.
IMDB Rating: 1.4
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Action, Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 80 min
Plot tags: funny, hilarious, independent film, humorous, semi serious
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Tiger (1997)
Plot Summary:
Josh Baker is the youngest son of the rambunctious but loving Baker family who live in a sunny beach side California suburb. He is constantly teased by his brother John and his sisters Erica and Lisa, misunderstood by his parents Andrea and Rick, and taunted by bullies Benjamin and Trevor. He dreams of having a true friend of his own. He wants a pet dog, but his father won't allow it. While playing one day, Josh finds a young puppy who has been separated from his family. Josh adopts the dog and names him Tiger. His parents object, but the kids want him too much for them to say no. Although Tiger doesn't fetch or sit up, he does what no other dog can do . . . he talks to Josh. Of course, when Josh tells his friends about his "talking dog," the whole neighborhood thinks Josh is kooky. When the neighborhood bullies kidnap Tiger, everything changes. What happens next will delight the whole family. What started out as a boy's dream of having his own pet, becomes the adventure of a lifetime.
IMDB Rating: 5.8
IMDB Votes: 71
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 88 min
Plot tags: suspense, independent film
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Christmas All Over Again (2016)
Plot Summary:
A mischievous, swag-obsessed boy must overcome his inner Scrooge, or remain caught in a cycle where everyday is a Christmas without presents.
IMDB Rating: 3.7
IMDB Votes: 313
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 78 min
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The Dog Who Saved Easter (2014)
Plot Summary:
It's Easter and everyone's favorite K-9 is back! The Bannisters are heading out on a family cruise and sending Zeus to doggie day care. Everything is going according to plan, until the daycare's crosstown rival hires a trio of crooks to sabotage the fledgling business. Zeus will make some new friends and new enemies as he uses all his tricks to save the daycare and Easter!.
IMDB Rating: 3.8
IMDB Votes: 284
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 87 min
Plot tags: humorous, light, captivating, feel good, entertaining, exciting
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Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (2010)
Plot Summary:
The ongoing war between the canine and feline species is put on hold when they join forces to thwart a rogue cat spy with her own sinister plans for conquest.
IMDB Rating: 4.3
IMDB Votes: 16000
Genere: Action, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Country: USA, Australia
Duration: 82 min
Plot tags: entertaining, exciting, humorous, not serious, intense, spy comedy, offbeat, fast, fairy tale, parody
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Dr. Dolittle: The Final (2009)
Plot Summary:
Maya Dolittle can talk to animals. She gets discovered and Tiffany Monaco, a Hollywood star, brings her to L.A. to help her little puppy, who turns out to be a boy.
IMDB Rating: 3.8
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: Canada, USA
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, semi serious, unusual plot structure, contemplative
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Max 2: White House Hero (2017)
Plot Summary:
Max is assigned to the White House while Butch, the secret service dog, is on maternity leave. He meets TJ, a 12 year old boy, who is the President's son. Due to his father's high profile, he is trying hard to fit in and lead a normal life. During a state visit by the Russian President and his daughter, Alexandra (Alex), TJ is asked to accompany her, during their stay. TJ befriends Alex, but when they get into trouble, Max comes to the rescue!.
IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Action, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 85 min
Plot tags: light, touching, feel good, humorous, captivating, inspirational
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Puppy Love (2023)
Plot Summary:
After a disastrous first date, wild-child Nicole and socially-anxious Max vow to lose each other’s numbers until they learn that their dogs found a love match, and now puppies are on the way! The hilariously mismatched Nicole and Max are forced to become responsible co-parents, but may end up finding love themselves.
IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 5000
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 106 min
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Abner, the Invisible Dog (2013)
Plot Summary:
A bullied teen stumbles into possession of a top-secret government formula that turns his dog invisible and gives it the power of speech.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 165
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, light, captivating, semi serious, slapstick, psychotronic
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Marmaduke (2010)
Plot Summary:
When Phil and Debbie Winslow relocate from their native Kansas to the sunny climes of Orange County, their big-hearted, havoc-wreaking Great Dane gets a taste of the dog's life, California-style.
IMDB Rating: 4.3
IMDB Votes: 17000
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 99 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, semi serious, sentimental, entertaining, funny, slasher, family comedy
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Pup Star (2016)
Plot Summary:
A Yorkshire Terrier, competing in a televised singing competition, is separated from her owner by an opportunist dog pound worker.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 521
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: Canada
Duration: 92 min
Plot tags: road movie, light, feel good, humorous, tense, visually appealing
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Cool Dog (2010)
Plot Summary:
Jimmy lives in the tranquil town of Eagle Rock, Louisiana, with his father, stepmother and his best friend Rainy, a German Shepherd. When Jimmy's father gets a promotion, the family must relocate to an apartment in New York City that has a strict no pet policy. Unwilling to let his master go without a fight, Rainy embarks on a cross-country journey to New York but navigating the Big Apple is just the beginning of his challenging adventure.
IMDB Rating: 3.8
IMDB Votes: 643
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 88 min
Plot tags: humorous, feel good, semi serious, light, road movie, entertaining, exciting, independent film, slapstick
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Treasure Buddies (2012)
Plot Summary:
Disney's irresistible talking puppies are back in an all-new movie that takes them halfway across the world to the ruins of ancient Egypt. With the help of some exotic new friends, this epic adventure is a treasure trove of pure Buddy fun. In a race against a devious cat, the Buddies and their new friends, Cammy and Babi, must avoid booby traps, solve puzzles and explore a mysterious tomb - all in search of the greatest treasure known to animalkind!.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: Canada, USA
Duration: 93 min
Plot tags: feel good, sentimental, humorous, semi serious
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Beethoven's Big Break (2008)
Plot Summary:
Eddie, a struggling animal trainer and single dad suddenly finds himself the personal wrangler for a large and lovable St. Bernard whose fabulous movie "audition" catapults the dog to stardom. However, a trio of unscrupulous ne'er-do-wells have plans to kidnap the famous dog and hold him for ransom.
IMDB Rating: 4.5
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 101 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, semi serious, realistic
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Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3: Viva la Fiesta! (2012)
Plot Summary:
When Papi & co move into a luxurious hotel, his youngest pup Rosa feels neglected and he must show her how special she is.
IMDB Rating: 4.4
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Adventure, Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 89 min
Plot tags: humorous, not serious, slapstick
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Firehouse Dog (2007)
Plot Summary:
Rexxx, Hollywood's top canine star, gets lost and is adopted into a shabby firehouse. He teams up with a young kid to get the station back on its feet.
IMDB Rating: 5.5
IMDB Votes: 6000
Genere: Action, Comedy, Family
Country: USA, Canada
Duration: 111 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, semi serious
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Dog Gone (2008)
Plot Summary:
A courageous boy battles a gang of bumbling thieves to rescue a dog carrying a fortune in stolen diamonds.
IMDB Rating: 4.8
IMDB Votes: 840
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: USA
Duration: 108 min
Plot tags: feel good, humorous, light, captivating, entertaining, realistic, semi serious, slapstick
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Hotel for Dogs (2009)
Plot Summary:
Placed in a foster home that doesn't allow pets, 16-year-old Andi and her younger brother, Bruce, turn an abandoned hotel into a home for their dog. Soon other strays arrive, and the hotel becomes a haven for every orphaned canine in town. But the kids have to do some quick thinking to keep the cops off their tails.
IMDB Rating: 5.5
IMDB Votes: 25000
Genere: Comedy, Family
Country: Germany, USA
Duration: 100 min
Plot tags: feel good, entertaining, humorous, light, romantic, family comedy, teen, realistic, semi serious, fairy tale